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Horseradish
 Horseradish, a member of the Mustard family, makes the well-known spicy, pungent condiment. Medicinally however, the root is a centuries-old traditional diuretic aid and is used in various preparations for urinary tract infections.Horseradish has been cultivated since ancient times and factored in the traditional healing systems of early Europe and North American aboriginal medicine. Modern herbal references indicate that Horseradish has demonstrated mild anti-microbial activity,which may explain its use for infections of the respiratory and urinary systems. Reportedly, Horseradish root is an active ingredient in a urinary antiseptic drug available in the United States.
Common use: Culinary spice; increase flow of urine and stimulate kidney and bladder activity (diuretic); respiratory congestion.
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