Healthy herbs means herbs that you can use for medicinal reasons. You are not going to make medications out of them but you can use them to heal some illnesses. In this post, we have chosen 15 herbs that are widely used for healing.
We have listed them below alongside the medicinal uses. Go ahead and check them out, you will find them very beneficial.
1.Aloe Vera
Aloe vera grows well under the sun with well-drained or moist soil. It is useful for speeding up, reducing skin infections and healing. It can help in healing wounds, cuts burns,eczema.
Aloe can also help treat:
- Ulcerative colitis
- Chronic constipation
- Digestive problems
2. Marsh Mallow
Marsh Mallow was used as a medicinal plant to treat coughs, sore throats, indigestion and heal wounds back in the time by Greeks and Romans. This plant prefers partial sunlight but it will also grow well in shade or in full sun.Make sure to use rich soil which retains moisture. Marsh Mallow leaves are edible and can be boiled, fried, or added to salads.
3. Pot Marigold
Pot marigold is one of the greatest healthy herbs. All marigold are low maintenance plants thus you won’t find growing this one difficult. It is popular because it does wonders to the skin but it has also other beneficial uses including :
- Insect Bites
- Sore eyes
- Wounds and stings
- Fevers
- Infections (chronic)
- Varicose veins
4. Chinese yam
The Chinese yam is one of the greatest healthy herbs. It can be eaten raw or cooked. It is famous because it is widely used in making many medicines for lungs and kidneys. Its medicinal used includes treating Tiredness, Dry coughs, Poor digestion, weight loss, Problematic urination, Problematic urination, and most of all Snake and Scorpio bites
5. Tea tree
Native to Australia, tea tree tends to grow in warmer climates. In cooler zones, it can be grown in a container. Aborigines have been using tea tree leaves for medicinal purposes for many of years. They chew on young leaves to relieve headaches.
Tea tree oil can be used to treat:
- Cystitis
- Glandular fever
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Thrush
- Vaginal infections
- Acne
- Athlete’s foot
- Warts
- Insect bites
- Cold sores
- Minor burns
6. Lemon balm
This is a fragrant herb that has a refreshing smell. It is also beautiful and attractive. You can grow it indoors in your kitchen or on a windowsill. Its summer flowers look amazing and they are beautiful in shape and color. These summer flowers can make a tasty juice that can cure many illnesses such as depression, fever, and coughs.
7. Thyme
This herb has many amazing health benefits. It is a good treatment for congestion, stomach gas, and coughs.
8. Basil
Basil does not need an introduction. It is not only one of the best healthy plants but it is also one of the most delicious herbs. It is commonly added to a variety of dishes and salads. Basil can cure Cuts, Lack of appetite, Stomach gas, and scrapes.
9. Sage
The Latin word for Sage is Salvia, which means ‘to heal’. Sage grows best in rich, well-draining soil but it can tolerate a wide variety of soil conditions. The plant prefers full sun.
Internally, sage is used for:
- Indigestion
- Flatulence
- Excessive lactation
- Excessive perspiration
- Excessive salvation
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Female sterility
- Menopausal problems
Externally, sage is used for:
- Insect bites
- Skin infections
- Throat infections
- Mouth infections
- Gum infections
- Skin infections
10. Fenugreek seeds
Fenugreek seeds are valued because of their nutritious properties. It does best in full sunlight and grows in well-drained soil.
Fenugreek seeds can be taken to:
- Restore a dull sense of taste
- Freshen bad breath
- Lower blood cholesterol levels
- Treat inflammation and ulcers of the stomach and intestines
- Help poor digestion
- Help relieve labor pains
- Help with insufficient lactation
- Relieve painful menstruation
11. Comfrey
Comfrey is rich in allantoin. It is a good treatment for:
- bronchial issues
- broken bones (weak bones)
- arthritis
- severe burns
- cuts and acne
- sprains
- ulcer
12. Turkey Rhubarb
If you want a balanced the digestive system to prevent digestive problems. You can make tea out if it. It helps cure:
- Constipation
- Menstrual problem
- Bladder problem
- Diarrhea
- Hemorrhoids
13. Ginseng
It is believed that this herb can prolong human life. However, it is certain that it can improve immunity, increase the metabolism rate.
14. Peppermint
This is one of the most powerful healthy herbs. It has been used in medicine for a long time. It is known to contain vitamin A and C. It is also rich in manganese and iron. Peppermint can also treat fever and Flatulence.
15. Chamomile
German chamomile is well known for its herbal tea. It has a soothing and calming effect and is used to end stress and helps with insomnia.
The entire herb can be used to treat:
- Toothache
- Earache
- Shoulder pain