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 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 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 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
Aloe Vera is one of the most common herbal remedies. It is grown and used around the world. It is an active ingredient in many herbal remedies, shampoos and soaps. This succulent can be grown anywhere, even as a houseplant in the window. Aloes are drought resistant, taking in water very easily and losing moisture very slowly. Parts … Continue reading Aloe Vera
According to an old saying Basil brings prosperity and happiness when planted in the garden. Gardeners love it because a small amount of seeds can produce an abundance of beautiful plants. The wide variety of basils, with leaves that range from deep purples, to bright greens, to tiny, light green bushy plants let the gardener be creative in … Continue reading Basil
Let’s admit first that there’s no miracle cure for stomach weight. Getting a flatter stomach requires effort and patience. First, we have to recognize factors in our life that contribute to stomach weight, and then do what is necessary to reverse the situation. 1. Diet Diet pills are not the answer. Rather, evaluate your eating habits and select … Continue reading Remedies for Losing Belly Fat
Cholesterol is an essential ingredient of the body. It performs several functions like transportation of fat, it provides defense mechanism, protects red blood cells and muscular membrane of the body. It travels through the blood in protein packages called lipoproteins. Low Density Lipoproteins, also called bad cholesterol, causes most blockages in the arteries. High Density Lipoprotein, … Continue reading Lower Bad Cholesterol Naturally
Sage taken as a tea, gargle, or mouthwash is an effective antiseptic for sore throats, laryngitis, tonsillitis, mouth ulcers, and inflamed and tender gums. Not suitable for children, don’t use if allergic to Salicylates (Aspirin). Recipe for Sage Tea & Gargle 1 ounce sage leaves 3/4 ounce fennel seeds, mix and keep in … Continue reading Sage Tea to Relieve Cold, Sore Throat, and Mouth Sores
Yes, it’s true. Grandma’s was sipping sage tea before bed time to stop the night sweats. Who knew this garden and cooking herb could do so much. Sage is an astringent, stimulant, antiseptic, carminative, antispasmodic, and generally strengthening. Basic Sage Tea Recipe Pour 1 cup of boiled, but no longer boiling water over 2 teaspoons of … Continue reading Sage Tea to Relieve Night Sweats and other Excessive Sweating
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