I was checking email and saw this article posted on Yahoo! Since I am just venturing into the world of herbs, I was excited to see that the herbs I have planted not only taste good, but may have health benefits, too.
According to Dr. Maoshing Ni's "8 Commonly Used Herbs and their Healing Properties," my garden is a virtual pharmacy. The herbs discussed below are just the herbs I have growing. I have summarized each of them, as it was a very long article, so visit the following link to see everything Dr. Ni had to say and the other herbs that make up his top 8.
http://health.yahoo.com/experts/drmao/19028/8-commonly-used-herbs-and-their-healing-properties.
1. Rosemary
Rosemary stimulates brain activities and brail alertness. It also helps digestion and the immune system.
2. Mint
Mainly, Dr. Ni says it helps with digestion. (So there really is something to the old remedy of sucking on a peppermint candy to soothe a stomachahe!) It is also an excellent source of antioxidants that aid vision and helps to remove toxins from the body by cleansing the liver.
3. Oregano
When steeped in hot water, oregano vapors are "antibacterial, antiviral and decongesting." It is also supposed to help with digestion.
4. Chives
Chives contain vitamin C as well as potassium, calcium, iron and folic acid. In Chinese medicine they are used to "clear stuffy noses, prevent bad breath, ease stomach aches, strengthen the lower back, and improve poor circulation."
5. Basil
In Dr. Ni's words, "Basil's scent can perk up your energy level and it is filled with luteolin, a bioflavonoid that studies have shown to be the best protection of cell DNA from radiation."
6. Cilantro
Cilantro also boosts energy, aids the immune system, and can smooth digestion.
Have a wondeful weekend everyone!
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