Take control of your own health & healing

by Ahyoka Lee

Our top 10 favorite herbs conveniently found in your kitchen or small garden. 

 

  1. Garlic is a powerful remedy for various ailments ranging from fighting infections to reducing sinus inflammation as a decongestant.
  2. Cloves are used as an exceptional analgesic to treat tooth aches
  3. Ginger root soothes respiratory & digestive problems
  4. Cayenne is an antiseptic with tonic properties that helps stimulates circulation & blood flow. It is also an analgesic & relieves muscle spasms.
  5. Licorice root soothes persistent coughs.
  6. Cinnamon is used to treat common cold flu & various digestive problems. It also aids in stabilizing blood sugar levels.
  7. Thyme is an antiseptic which helps reduces the chance of colds flu and other respiratory infections.
  8. Anise eases nausea, reduces gas & symptoms of indigestion.
  9. Turmeric increases mucus production which is the body’s natural way of fighting away & flushing out nasty microbe causing infections.
  10. Myrrh —-treats sore throat. It is an anti-inflammatory which promotes healing due to its antioxidant properties & also helps cleanse the blood.

 

What’s your favorite go-to remedy herb(s) & why?