HEALTH BENEFITS OF HERBS
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Herbs have been playing a major role for decades, they help
in healing wounds faster, make up for nutritional supplements and also deliver
a host of benefits. Such as, it strengthen the immune system, lower blood
sugar, and cholesterol, it have anti-inflammatory properties, and prevent
Alzheimer’s diseases and various types of cancer.
Below are the benefits:
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Strengthening
the immune system: Herbs are rich in many essential oils, antioxidants,
phytosterols, vitamins, and other nutrient substances that equip your body to
fight against toxins and germs, as well as boosting the immune system. Some of
the immune boosting herbs are garlic, ginger, onion, hibiscus, cinnamon, and
golden seal etc.
·
Anti-inflammatory
properties: The essential oils present in some herbs, like ginger root,
have excellent anti-inflammatory properties. Some of the herbs inhibits the
enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX) which facilitates inflammatory reactions in the
body.
This is the reason why herbs are excellent
natural remedies for inflammatory health issues such as osteoarthritis,
rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory bowel ailments like ulcerative colitis.
·
Reduction
of blood sugar levels and cholesterol: Some of the herbs have positive
effects on the pancreas, which therefore balance blood sugar levels.
Herbs have reportedly controlled many cases
of Type1 or Type2 diabetes. Herbs like psyllium, fenugreek and licorice can
result in a noteworthy reduction of cholesterol and in blood pressure levels,
thereby preventing various coronary ailments.
·
It prevents
Alzheimer’s disease: Most herbs have anti-oxidant, anti-amyloid and
anti-inflammatory properties. These can effectively prevent Alzheimer’s
disease.
The Ginkgo herb has been used widely to
treat Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia in Europe and some other
parts of the world.
·
It prevents
cancer: The herbs purify blood and prevent cell mutations that usually lead
to cancerous growths. The volatile oils derived from certain herbs emit cyst-toxicity
action against pancreatic, prostate, endometrial, and colon cancer cells.
·
Skin care:
Herbs have shown significant benefits for natural skin care. Some of the common
herbs like Neem, turmeric, Aloe Vera and holy basil assure radiant and healthy
skin. Mixing the powder form of holy basil, Neem, mint leaves, and a pinch of
turmeric powder, will eventually fade any dark spots on the face.
Chamomile oil, when applied topically,
helps to repair damaged skin tissues. Tea tree oil is a great herbal extract
used for face washes and creams, particularly for oily skin, as it has the
ability to control oil secretion from the pores.
Basil leaves are also an important
ingredient for skin cosmetics.
Aloe Vera is extensively used in
manufacturing skin products, as the herb gives a smooth and youthful touch to
your skin.
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Hair care:
Hair care has become a prevalent practice through herbal applications. Massaging
the hair with jojoba oil stimulates bountiful growth to your hair.
Chamomile tea is also called a hair toner,
it gives a natural blonde hair coloring effect and also with the application of
lemon juice, can enhance the color effect as well.
Aloe Vera juice or oil regenerates hair
cells, thereby repairing damages and also soothing the scalp with a cooling
sensation.
Fenugreek enhances blood circulation to the
hair roots.
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Dental care:
Herbal toothpaste ensures a perfect set of teeth and gums without any side
effects, after extended use. There are numerous herbs that, when used directly
on the teeth and gums, gives a wonderful and quick results.
Rubbing sage leaves over the teeth and gums
cleanse them instantly and makes the texture smooth.
Bad breath can be eradicated by using
lavender water, fresh parsley or mint tea as an herbal mouth wash.
Clove oil is the most effective and readily
available medicine for toothache.
For a healthy mouth and gums, herbs like alpine
strawberry, lavender, thyme, sage, neem, fennel, parsley, aloe vera, and mint
are found to be very effective.
