The Most Common Herbal Medicine

The use of herbal medicine to cure various illnesses is one of the oldest and effective medicine systems today. Several types of herbal medicines can be used as a substitute to the traditional medicine. Refer to the list of the most common herbal medicine that you can use at home.



Essential Oils
Essential oils are liquid extracted from bark, flowers, leaves, and roots of a plant. This type of oil is often distilled from such parts of a certain plant. Since essential oils contain the true essence of the plant from where it was derived, it is an effective alternative to traditional medicine in relieving different illnesses. It can be inhaled or topically applied on the skin. Here are some of the essential oils that can be used as an herbal medicine.

• Chamomile oil – it is used to soothe muscles or to relief stiffness of joints. Eucalyptus oil – eucalyptus oil can sooth sunburns and boosts one’s immunity. 
• Peppermint oil – this type of essential oil is used for fever, and sinus congestion. 
• Sandalwood oil – sandalwood oil is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory. It is best used for sore throats, skin issues, and fungal infections. 
• Tea Tree oil – tea tree oil can be used to heal burns, bug bites, and cuts. It is anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, too. 

Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is known to have a wide variety of benefits to skin and hair. Moreover, aloe vera can also be used as an herbal medicine. It is known to be anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. It can be used to heal burns and wounds, soothes stomachache, and helps different skin ailments.

Cinnamon
Cinnamon can reduce one’s blood sugar level, strengthens cardiovascular system, and boosts immune system. You can include cinnamon in your diet by sprinkling ground cinnamon in your dessert or by using it as a spice for your meat dishes. You can also make a cinnamon tea.

Ginger
Ginger is known to be an effective remedy to nausea, vomiting, and good for indigestion. You can add ginger to your diet by adding grated fresh ginger to dipping sauce and marinades. Moreover, ginger is also an effective medicine for people who have diabetes.

Lemon
Lemon is one of the versatile fruits that can provide various benefits to health. It can improve immune function and promotes white blood cell formation. It also relieves sore throat, cold symptoms, eases constipation, and improves one’s digestion.

Oregano
Apart from being a flavorful seasoning, oregano is considered as a powerful antibiotic and proven to be efficient in neutralizing various germs. It can treat urinary tract infection (UTI), heal wound, and relieve cough and cold. Herbs and other natural remedies are as effective as traditional medicines. Whether you need medicine for diabetes, achy joints, cough, various infections, or to soothe your menstrual cramps, opting for herbal medicines would still be an ideal option. Using plants as medicine absolutely provides major advantages in treating various conditions. So, start making your own herbal garden now. It will not only benefit you from flavoring your dishes and filling your house with delightful aromas, but can also provide you quick remedies to relieve common ailments you may experience.


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