It started in Eden. God gave us a garden filled with wholesome vegetation. Plants are gift to humanity. They feed us, people, and further more they fuel the animal kingdom. Not only plants are the food source for us humans, but they help us with many ailments to improve our health. With copious amount of necessary nutrients, plants including herbs and spices can help us to live healthier, and therefore higher quality lives.
Substantial amount of people are realizing that food industry had failed us. We no longer know what we eat. It is time for us to take food back into our hands and take care of the bodies that God gave us. As the old saying goes: “We are what we eat.”
I have been interested in plants, herbs, spices and natural medicine for quite some time. I have been researching what plant aids to what body misalignment. Research lead me to make notes about our healthy plants. Because our lives are so busy, I merged the information into the most important and short version, where one can quickly see how each plant aids to our bodies.
Every plant on this site starts with bolded information of how it helps with particular conditions. If it is bolded it means that the plant has the highest impact on particular complaints.
Below bolded verbiage you can read additional information with which the plant can help you, including other interesting information.
Poems are here not only to entertain you, but perhaps to help you better memorize the important information about particular plant.
Recipes are aimed at using these herbs, spices and foods, so one can learn slowly to implemented it into daily use. Together we are stronger, therefore I invite you to post additional helpful information, including your own recipes. May love for each other be the center of this site. May God guide us to help each other.
Please note, this site is not here to replace your doctor’s advice.
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Rosemary
Rosmarinus officinalis
Anti-inflammatory, Neuroprotective, Circulation, Gastrointestinal
Anti-inflammatory – gut inflammation, nerve pain, joint pain, arthritis (pain and swelling – use in combination with other herbs)
Neuroprotective – (carbonic acid) improves memory and concentration, dementia, alzheimer’s disease (combine with sage and/or ginkgo)
Circulation – used for poor circulation (cold hands and feet) – cardiovascular support, lethargy, low blood pressure, errectile dysfunction, hair loss, stimulates digestion
Gastrointestinal – indigestion (use before large meal)
Rosemary is also antifungal and antibacterial (Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus). It protects liver, anti-cancer, and it is used as mouthwash for bad breath. It has the ability to make one more lively, happy and more enthusiastic. It repels bugs and it is great to use as pesticide (oil) in garden.
This herb was dedicated to Greek goddess of love Aphrodite. It was a symbol of love in Europe and in Germany brides used to wear it as wreath. It keeps the fire of love burning. It is symbol of partner’s loyalty. It has been also used as oracle plant during funerals.
Contraindications: high doses during pregnancy, elevated blood pressure
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Rosemary Poem
Rosemary is body’s help
Supports its circulatory trend.
Therefore your hair will be growing
As the blood is flowing.
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Cheer your organs with some blood,
Your man will be a great stud.
Your heart will pump all the way
It will give you strength to play.
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When the nerve pain bothers you
Take rosemary, don’t get blue.
It takes care of inflammation
When arthritis is the causation.
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Steep it in for thirty minutes,
Then gargle it without limits.
Bad breath will no longer be
It’ll be killed with rosemary tea.
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Ajowan
Trachyspermum ammi
Pain, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Respiratory, Antibacterial
Pain – thymol numbs pain (analgesic), toothache, headache, arthritis, sore muscles, sore throat
Gi – eases heartburn (lowers acidity), belching, bloating, flatulence, diarrhea (best roasted seeds steeped in hot H2O)
Respiratory – Asthma – bronchodilator (theophylline), cough (more effective than codeine), calming contraction
Antibacterial – including Salmonella, wounds, throat and mouth infections (gargle)
It lowers blood pressure. Ajowan has anti-fungal properties.
It is great to use when cooking legumes because it prevents flatulence. Great to use in bread, vegetables, relishes, pickles.
It is used as a deodorant, mouth wash, toothpaste additive.
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Anise Hyssop
Cough, Fever, Wounds, Diarrhea, Burns, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Skin, Calming
Cough – expectorant helps with congestion (methyl eugenol – sedative action)
Wounds – antibacterial – apply paste to wounds and burns
Gi – promotes digestive tract by increasing bile production and neutralizes stomach acid (limonene), warming and calming
Diarrhea – primarily caused by bacteria or virus
Skin – bath, skin care products, sunburn
Calming – stress relief, antidepressant
It has an antiviral properties and can be used topically for herpes I & II, or fungus since it has anti-fungal abilities.
It has a licorice smell Use dry leaves and flowers for tea preparation. Use leaves (best before the flower buds open for the best flavor) to foods such as salad, cookies. It is also used as fragrant addition to parfumes.
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Asafoetida
Ferula asafoetida
Flu, Cancer, Gastrointestinal tract (Gi)
Gi – Aids in digestion, IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) intestinal cramping, bloating, gas
You can obtain it as a solid resin, paste or powder. It has a distinct odor that is less pronounced when cooked. This spice is used in vegetables, curries, or with salt as a meat tenderizer. Stay away from the black one, which is the sign of aging. There are two varieties Hing, which is the superior one and Hingra that has a richer odor.
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Arnica
Pain, Injuries
Pain – helps with inflammation (joint) insect bites, varicose veins, rheuma,
Injuries – helps with edema (swelling) sprains, strains, bruises
Antimicrobial
For external and short term use only. If used on the skin for prolonged time, it could cause blisters
Parts used: blossoms
Contraindication: internal use – vomiting, cardiovascular failure, breathing problems
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Aloe
Aloe vera
Skin, Gastrointestinal tract (Gi)
Skin – well known for burns – burns, sunburn, radiation burn; external wounds, herpes, acne, hemorrhoids, anal fissures
Gi – inhibits ulcers
Use the gelatinous, H2O-rich part of the interior leaves.
It has over 150 different ingredients such as enzymes, vitamins, saponins, tannings and many others. Aloe has intensive protective and nurturing effects.
Side Effects: Don’t use it over the long period of time if taken internally. It can cause stomach cramps, have laxative effect and vomiting (risk of electrolyte loss).
Contraindication: acute and inflamed intestinal disorders, pregnancy, breastfeeding, kids younger than 12 years old.
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