Welcome to your home with healing plants! Adding plants can transform your abode from a place to lay your head to a certified Zen den for all things personal care. Especially when you grow and surround yourself with certain medicinal herbs in your indoor or outdoor garden. From chamomile to gingko, there are many plants that can help heal us. Let's explore some of the most common medicinal herbs and how they can be used. Chamomile (Flower) is considered by some to be a cure-all.
It is commonly used in the U. S. for its calming effects and is often consumed as a tea. Calendula (Root, Rhizome) is another plant that can help reduce pain when applied topically.
Its bright orange color is sure to bring a smile to your face! Ashwagandha (Shrub) is gaining popularity for its help with anxiety and fatigue. The root can be used to make tea, extract, or powder and consumed. Gingko (Tree) is one of the oldest homeopathic plants and a key herb in Chinese medicine. The leaves are used to create capsules, tablets, and extracts, and when dried, they can be consumed as tea. Studies say gingko can treat patients with mild to moderate dementia and may slow cognitive decline in dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Turmeric (Native to India) is believed to have anti-cancer properties and may prevent mutations.
It has been used as a medicinal herb for 4,000 years and is known for its ability to improve brain health. Evening Primrose Oil (Oil) has anti-inflammatory properties and can help with conditions such as atopic dermatitis and diabetic neuropathy. Flax Seed (Seed) is one of the safest options among plant-based dietary supplements. Harvested for thousands of years, today flax seed is praised for its antioxidant activity and anti-inflammatory benefits. Studies suggest it may help prevent colon cancer and lower blood pressure. Tea Tree Oil (Oil) has antimicrobial superpowers that can be used on wounds and topical infections.
It is derived from the leaves of a tree native to Queensland and New South Wales, Australia. Echinacea (Flower) has been used for centuries as medicine in the form of teas, juices, and extracts. It is believed to shorten the symptoms of the common cold, but further studies are needed to verify this benefit. Millions of people around the world use herbal remedies and traditional medicines. Chamomile can make us feel calm and relaxed, while ginger can boost digestion and echinacea is believed to support the immune system. Medicinal herbs, leaves, and roots are used to prevent and treat common ailments from colds and anxiety to nausea and skin ailments.
