Great benefits of Herbs to heal ailments

By Diane Simpson


Many of the common herbs lend good taste to our meals, by providing the right ingredients, which we do not really stop and think that they have many health benefits. We could enjoy good taste and great health, if we are certain that they provide health benefits.

Some of the herbs that will be discussed here are very rich as anti oxidants. These anti oxidants as has been proved by research that keep the body protected against the various problems that are created by exposure to the environment. They protect us from the environment pollutants, though the stress and the fast food of the present times are also a reason for these problems. These pollutants cause extensive damage to the cells and tissues of the body and can cause various problems like cancer, aging and autoimmune diseases. All these problems can be cured by the intake of the vegetables and grains. They will also reduce the need to have anti oxidant supplements.

Herbs having anti-aging and health benefits

Basil---- It is an herb easy to grow. It needs a minimum of 6 hours of sun and soil that drains water well. Basil possesses compounds called Beta-Caryophyllene and eugenal that alleviate symptoms like cramps, headaches, Arthritis etc. These properties are also ant-aging. It has also strong anti-bacterial properties.

Dell---- Dell can be easily grown. It is rich in phytonutrient Quercitim. It gives protection to the skin from UV rays.

Rosemary----Rosemary which has high content of anti oxidant needs lot of sun rays and moist soil to grow. It helps in creating the collagen necessary in maintaining skin tone and hence it is used in the creams. It can cure lung congestion also and can be consume in food also.

Oregano---It has high amount of anti-oxidant and antimicrobial properties and can be grown easily. It adds flavor to the food when used in cooking.

Garlic---Health benefits of garlic has always been proved by many latest scientific studies. Allicin and diallyd sulphide are contained in garlic which are two main healing compounds. Garlic is being used since many years as a herbal medicine. This has been used since long to manage blood pressure and to control. Garlic is a strong natural antibiotic, as proved by the modern research. Garlic has long term health benefits contrary to the medicines, as it stays longer in the body. Old garlic is a strong anti-oxidant and thus provides protection to the body against free radicals.

Nasturitium--- It is a delicious herbal remedy having its origin in S America. It is widely known as herbal remedy for treating skin conditions as also the urinary tract, respiratory system. It is also suggested in case of cold and Flu, Cystitis, home remedy for hair loss or Alopecia.

Nettles--- The medicinal property of pectoral and astringent are contained in this herb which heals numerous health problems. Of these problems, gastric ulcers, arthritis and blood pressure are the main.

Nutmeg--- It is a seed within a hard cove. Nutmeg is used widely for Asthma, relieving aching joints, Alzheimer, Indigestion etc.




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