St. John’s Wort is said to be helpful in relieving mild to moderate cases of depression and, in fact, has been used for centuries to treat mental problems as well as help with nerve pain. It has sedative properties as well as anti-inflammatory properties and can also be used topically to help heal burns, cuts … Read more
Tea tree oil comes from the Melaleuca alternifolia tree which is found in Australia and is popular today due to its anti-septic and healing properties for the skin. While it might seem like you are recently hearing a lot about this herb, it has actually been studied since 1922 when it’s antiseptic properties were noticed … Read more
Perhaps one of the most talked about herbs is Echinacea which is quickly becoming a curative fix for the cold and flu as well as many other conditions. This beautiful purple flower looks like a large daisy and, in fact, is often called purple coneflower. It is known to help enhance the immune system and … Read more
Ashwagandha has been used in India for thousands of years and is helpful in treating memory problems as well as fatigue and impotence. In recent times, studies have shown that it is also a great herb to use to relieve stress. This herb is actually quite similar to Chinese Ginseng and is sometimes even called … Read more
Aloe is an interesting herb, not only because it can be used topically and internally but also because it’s also a beautiful plant. There are over 400 species of flowering succulents in the Aloe genus, and its medicinal uses date back to 1500 B.C. where the Egyptians used it to heal burns and infections and … Read more
While you might associate ginger with cooking, ginger root is actually one of the most used herbs by traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic practitioners. This warming herb enhances circulation and is used to treat digestive orders as well as arthritis, motion sickness, headaches, respiratory tract infections, and even cardiovascular disease. This herb can help with vomiting … Read more