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Mariana Castillo

Mariana Castillo is an herbalist at a traditional Chinese medicine practice in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where she blends custom herbal remedies. She managed the front desk of an integrative health office before completing her master’s degree in traditional Chinese medicine. Castillo contributes regularly to Biology Insights.

Epimedium Extract: Benefits, Uses, and Side Effects
How Long Does It Take for Mullein to Work?
Thunder God Root: Harnessing Its Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Xiao Yao San: Ingredients, Uses, and Benefits
Horse Chestnut Seed: Benefits, Uses, and Side Effects
Coptis Chinensis: Benefits, Uses, and Side Effects
Dan Shen: Benefits, Side Effects, and Uses
L-Tetrahydropalmatine: Uses, Effects, and Safety Profile
Can Cancer Patients Take Ginseng Safely?
What Does Astragalus Do? Benefits and Side Effects
What Do Chinese Use to Lower Cholesterol?
What Is Anas Barbariae and Does It Work?
What Is Celastrol? Benefits, Uses, and Side Effects
What Is Ginseng Royal Jelly Used For?
Polygonum Multiflorum: Uses, Side Effects, and Liver Risks
How to Use Moringa for Joint Pain and Inflammation
How to Use Royal Honey: Hidden Risks Worth Knowing
Is Tiger Balm Safe? Side Effects, Risks, and Warnings
What Herbs Help With Constipation: Senna to Psyllium
What Is Blue Lotus Used For? Benefits and Safety
What Herbs Help With Inflammation and Are They Safe?
What Is Camphor Used For? Health Benefits and Risks
What Is Horny Goat Weed? Benefits, Uses, and Safety
What Is Dong Quai? Uses, Benefits, and Side Effects
What Is Chanca Piedra? Uses, Benefits & Side Effects
What Is Arnica Tea Good For? Benefits and Risks
What Does Eria Jarensis Do in the Body?
Does Mamajuana Really Work? Evaluating the Health Claims
What Is Anamu Good For? Benefits, Uses, and Safety
How to Make Black Cohosh Tea Safely