Saturday, November 20, 2010

Uses of herbs

Herbs that have anti-cancer properties are also turmeric, basil, rosemary, mint & lemon grass.

What makes herbs so special is their therapeutic benefits & for their high anti-oxidant concentrations. It isn’t still very clear how they work, however, they possess other than anti-oxidant, cholesterol lowering, anti-clotting, anti-hypertensive, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, decongesting, hypoglycemic & even immune boosting properties.
Turmeric/ haldi has been used for jaundice
Basil to protect the heart
Mace for stomach infections
Cinnamon to stimulate circulation
Ginger for relieving nausea & indigestion.
Cinnamon, ginger, chili /capsaicin & turmeric ( curcumin) have also been associated with a decrease in LDL cholesterol & an increase in HDL cholesterol levels.

Natural anti-inflammatory herbs include turmeric, milk thistle herb, ginger & chili. A study showed that turmeric worked in relieving pain & stiffness in arthritis patients as a prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication.

For diabetes,  the herbs which help are- fenugreek seeds, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves & turmeric. Fenugreek seeds should not be consumed raw, they’re better taken soaked or powdered.

Liquorices (mulathi) possesses anti-inflammatory properties & provides protection against asthma, chest problems && mouth ulcers.


 ps- herbs & spices usually do not cause side effects but in sensitive people, they may cause allergic symptoms. herbs do not always show the same health benefits when the active substance is isolated from food & ingested as a pure compound. so, spice up your life & boost your health with spices !

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