Three-In-One Herb

Three-In-One Herb is an unusual fleshy-leaf, fragrant herb of Middle Eastern Origin, most likely from India, and is a member of the Lamiaceae or Mint family. Also known as Spanish thyme, Indian Borage, Mexican thyme, Mexican mint, Húng chanh (Vietnam)and Orégano Brujo (Puerto Rico), or French Oregano. This succulent perennial herb can reach up to 10-20 inches in height … Continue reading Three-In-One Herb

Add Oregano To Reduce Menstrual Cramps

Greek research found that adding just 2 teaspoons of fresh Oregano daily during menstruation reduces or eliminates cramps. Oregano contains the natural compounds Thymol and Carvacrol. These compounds relax uterine muscles and prevent painful contractions. Oregano has many beneficial effects like antibacterial and anti-inflammatory  properties. A new study published in the Federation of American Societies for … Continue reading Add Oregano To Reduce Menstrual Cramps

Garlic

Garlic is one of the best known and most used medicinal plants. It is not only useful for treating existing complaints; it is also a powerful preventative medicine. It has a strong odor but its properties make it well worth suffering the effects.  Properties: antiseptic, antibiotic, antifungal, cleanses blood, helps create and maintain healthy bacteria in … Continue reading Garlic

Peppermint

Peppermint is a popular flavor of chewing gum, toothpaste, candy, and more. It is popular as a tea and used in recipes all around the world, and is found in a host of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Properties: digestive, carminative, antispasmodic, refreshing, mild stimulant, cooling on the skin, expectorant, pain relieve, itch relieve, antiseptic, reduces body odor Use: … Continue reading Peppermint

Spearmint

Spearmint is a popular flavor of chewing gum, toothpaste, candy, and more. It appears in cuisines all around the world, and is found in a host of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Spearmint has much of the properties as peppermint, but is milder and therefore good for use with children’s complaints. Properties: digestive, carminative, antispasmodic, refreshing, mild stimulant, cooling on the skin, expectorant, … Continue reading Spearmint

Chamomile

  Chamomile  has been used for thousands of years to treat a wide variety of ailments. It is most often used as a tea and is very beneficial when having difficulty sleeping.  Its relaxing properties can be beneficial when suffering  from muscle cramps as well. Allergy sufferers need to beware that chamomile is related to ragweed. Chamomile is … Continue reading Chamomile

Sage

  Sage is easily recognized because of its fragrant smell and distinct taste that adds flavor to a number of dishes. Many may not realize that when you incorporate sage into your cooking, you are offering up some very real health benefits as well. Sage can be taken in different forms that include sage tea, essential oil, … Continue reading Sage

Fenugreek

  Fenugreek  has a rich and spicy flavor popular in Indian and other South Asian dishes. The seeds are used to make curry powder, pickles, and pastes. The leaves and seeds are also used to produce flavoring for maple syrups. Roasted ground fenugreek seed is a popular coffee substitute in India.  Properties: antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, soothing, promotes menstruation, eases coughs, sore throats, … Continue reading Fenugreek