There Are Great Health Benefits In Many Common Herbs

By Diane Simpson


The herbs always play an important role in the cooking process by the addition of their flavors. But in the maintenance of the health they also play an important part. If we come to know about the health benefits of the herbs we can do a modification our eating habits so that apart from having a tasty meal it become healthy also.

The herbs are mostly full of anti-oxidants. The medical research has proved that anti-oxidants are helpful in protecting us against the free radicals which are present in the air around us, to which we are continuously exposed. The free radicals are the pollutants in the environment. These are also found in processed food and when we are stressed. They also cause damage to tissues and cells which go on to cause ageing, cancer autoimmune diseases and some others. We could have whole grains, fruits, vegetables and herbs to save us from the free radicals providing enough anti oxidants. We could also eat anti-oxidant pills to protect ourselves.

Herbs having anti-aging and health benefits

Basil---- This can be easily grown. This requires at least 6 hours of sunlight and soil that drains away the water. Basil contains compounds called Beta-Caryophyllene and eugenal that eases the symptoms of cramps, headaches, Arthritis etc. This has anti-ageing properties and strong anti bacterial properties as well.

Dell---- Dell, is an easy herb to grow. It is rich in phytonutrient Quercitim. It helps to protect the skin from UV rays.

Rosemary----Rosemary which has high content of anti oxidant needs lot of sun rays and moist soil to grow. It helps in creating the collagen necessary in maintaining skin tone and hence it is used in the creams. It can cure lung congestion also and can be consume in food also.

Oregano--- It is also an easy to grow herb. It has a high amount of anti-oxidant property. It has also great antimicrobial properties. You can add oregano to your salads, soups, sauces, poultry dishes and meat.

Garlic---The two main compounds of garlic which are Alliccin and diallydsulphide have been proved by the research to have great healing properties. It has a great use for controlling the blood pressure and the cholesterol level of the body and has been used since a long time. In addition it is also a natural antibiotic. Against the chemical medicines the effects can be maintained by the body for a long time. Old garlic acts as antioxidant protects the body from pollution.

Nasturitium--- This has its origins in South America and is a delicious herbal remedy. This herb helps in treating skin conditions, the problems of the urinary tract and the respiratory system. It is also advised in cases of Flu and cold , this herb is a good home remedy for Alopecia or hair loss.

Nettles---It is a valuable herbal remedy for a variety of human conditions. Its medical properties include Astringent, Pectoral etc. It is used in cases of Arthritis, high blood pressure, stomach ulcers.

Nutmeg-This contains a hard seed inside a hard shell. Nutmeg is very useful for Asthma, easing aching joints, indigestion and Alzheimer.




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