Parsley's taproot, leaves, and seeds are used medicinally. The leaf is used extensively as a culinary herb and garnish. Parsley's volatile oil, particularly the oil from the seed, contains the chemicals apiole, also known as parsley camphor, and myristicin in varying quantities depending on the variety of parsley. These constituents are diuretic, and also act as uterine stimulants. The diuretic effect of parsley appears to be related to increased retention of potassium in the small intestine. Parsley is used for urinary tract infections (UTIs), kidney stones (nephrolithiasis), gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, constipation, jaundice, intestinal gas (flatulence), indigestion, colic, diabetes, cough, asthma, fluid retention (edema), osteoarthritis,
In particular, thyme has been known for being able to cure lower blood pressure, chest
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The two essential fatty acids in this plant play a role in disease and health. There are many benefits if consume the oil, which are it is believe that it have an effect in lowering blood pressure and in prohibiting the clumping of platelets. Besides, it also can treat liver cirrhosis and oftenly taken during premenstrual syndromes, including breast pain and stomach bloating. To be precise, EPO is very helpful in treating cardiovascular disease, cholesterol, diabetes, dysmenorrhea,
Anise has become a popular remedy in North America for hundreds of years as a carminative, a herb that relieves gas pains and bloating. Other traditional uses include colic, rheumatism, and the familiar licorice-flavored cough drops.
Tea made from sage will decrease inflammation, sweating, salivation, mucous secretions of the throat, lungs, and sinuses; and dry up milk secretions due to lactation. Cold tea can be used as a stomach tonic, and to stabilize blood sugar. Lukewarm tea is a bacteriostatic and astringent, and can be used as a gargle for sore throats. Crushed leaves can be made into a uterine homeostatic tea, which helps during times of heavy menstruation. Externally, it can be used to stop the bleeding of minor cuts and wounds. Research also shows that sage is useful in the treatment of heart disease and plaque buildup, and can aid in age-related memory loss by enhancing memory and recall. Sage oil can be used to quicken the senses, and to help with tiredness, depression, and
The Greek physician Dioscorides recorded that he used hawthorn on many of his patients. This is also an effective diuretic for bladder and kidney disorders. Those who are having problems stimulating their appetite should consider hawthorn supplementation.
The bark was used by early European settlers to cure scurvy. The oil glands in the pepperleaf provide you with essential oils used in both home remedies and aromatherapy. Use ground berries as herbal remedy to ward of common colds and flu.
It can be used medicinally internally and externally for a wide range of conditions, including applying it as a poultice to relieve pain, as a tea to help with a sore throat, and using fresh or dried stems and leaves in the bath to relieve flu-like symptoms (Kumeyaay Tribe) or to relieve pain in back, neck and head (Chumash Tribe). Landscapers love it for restoration and control of erosion, butterflies and bees flock to it as a food source, and is well paired with winter squashes or for use in flavoring honey. Women who are pregnant or are breast-feeding should not use sage as it non-known if it enters the breast milk.
Mustard plants have been used for thousands of years for their pungent flavour in condiments, spicy greens for side dishes and salads, and in traditional folk medicine and Chinese herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments. The name mustard comes from the Latin mustum ardens, or “burning must.” It was so named because as the seeds were pounded with unfermented grape juice, or must, their pungent qualities developed, hence “burning.” Mustards seeds are mentioned in ancient Sanskrit writings dating back about 5,000 years ago and the Bible calls mustard “the greatest among the herbs.” Valued for their intense flavours and healing properties, mustard seed and the plant itself have been grown for its beautiful yellow flowers and spicy seedling leaves. Members of the Brassicaceae family, mustard is a cruciferous vegetable related to cabbage, Brussel sprouts, kale, kohlrabi, Chinese
Digestive aids – garlic, sandalwood, juniper, mint Breath freshener – mint, caraway Chest pains – juniper, mustard seeds, aloe
6. Parsley Juice – Parsley is a herb known worldwide for its unique health promoting properties. It can effectively alleviate dreadful period cramps. For making this juice, you need 3 more items other than parsley: beet, carrot and cucumber. Blend them all and drink at least 70 milliliters for relief from the cramps.
On considering various options of herb to be grown in our garden, we were all impressed with parsley’s versatility, with its application found in cooking, in medical treatment/ disease prevention and even in beautification. Regarding its culinary use, while more commonly known, and used, for decorative garnishing, parsley in the chopped form can also enhance the flavor and taste of dishes, either through combination with main ingredients or through the marinating process, according to George Mateljan Foundation (n.d.). Furthermore, results from previous studies have pointed out that parsley leaves make abundant source of vitamins and minerals, including some vital ones such as vitamins B and C, iron, calcium and carotene. (Mulugeta, Unnithan, Tesfay, 2015). As suggested by Manderfeld et al. (1997), benefits of this herb to our health also include its role as a “blood regulator,” which to some extent helps control problems such as backache and nose bleeding. For those reasons, we believe that parsley from our garden will not only contribute to more
It is an ayurvedic process that stimulates the vomiting sensation of the affected person to eliminate excess mucus and kapha, which is the root cause of diseases like asthma, bronchitis, cold, cough and sinusitis. It is also recommended in treating various skin diseases like eczema, psoriasis and urticaria.
Tulsi relieves from cough, cold, respiratory problems, cures fever, improves digestion cures malaria, cholera, insomnia and hysteria,
Traditionally this plant extract is used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat a variety of conditions and disorders including, but not limited to the following.