Episode # 483 Ten Medicinal Plants And Herbs, Along With Their Uses And Common Methods Of Preparation
Ten Medicinal Plants And Herbs, Along With Their Uses And Common Methods Of Preparation
In this episode, we discuss the rise of COVID and flu cases and share ten medicinal plants and herbs that can help boost your immune system. These herbs not only help combat these viruses but also have additional health benefits.
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Key Herbs Covered:
Aloe Vera
Uses: Topical application for burns, cuts, and rashes; aids digestion when consumed as juice.
Benefits: Anti-inflammatory properties.
Chamomile
Uses: Steep dried flowers for tea; can be used topically for irritated skin or eyes.
Benefits: Relieves stress, promotes sleep, soothes digestive issues, reduces inflammation.
Peppermint
Uses: Steep fresh/dried leaves for tea or apply peppermint oil to temples for headaches.
Benefits: Soothes digestive issues and freshens breath.
Echinacea
Uses: Available as a capsule or tincture for immune support.
Benefits: Boosts immune system and reduces symptoms of colds and flu.
Ginger
Uses: Make tea from fresh slices, add powdered ginger to food or smoothies.
Benefits: Eases nausea, improves digestion, has anti-inflammatory properties.
Garlic
Uses: Consume raw cloves or add to food; can be used in garlic-infused oil for skin infections.
Benefits: Supports heart health, has antimicrobial and antiviral properties.
Milk Thistle
Uses: Available in capsules or as a tea from crushed seeds.
Benefits: Detoxifies the liver and reduces inflammation.
Ashwagandha
Uses: Available in capsules, powdered form for smoothies, or as chewable gummies.
Benefits: Reduces stress, improves energy levels, supports adrenal health.
Oregano
Uses: Make tea from fresh/dried leaves or use in oil form for respiratory issues.
Benefits: Antimicrobial properties, supports respiratory health.
Elderberry
Uses: Cook with honey for syrup or steep dried berries for tea.
Benefits: Boosts immune system, effective against colds and flu.
Here is the complete list of thirty-five medicinal plants and herbs, along with their uses and common methods of preparation:
1. Aloe Vera
• Uses: Treats skin conditions (burns, wounds, eczema), aids digestion, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
• How to Use:
o Topical: Apply the gel directly to the skin for burns, cuts, or rashes.
o Internal: Consume in juice form to aid digestion and detoxification.
2. Chamomile
• Uses: Relieves stress, promotes sleep, soothes digestive issues, and reduces inflammation.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep dried chamomile flowers in hot water for 5-10 minutes.
o Compress: Soak a cloth in chamomile tea and apply to irritated skin or eyes.
3. Peppermint
• Uses: Relieves headaches, soothes digestive issues, and freshens breath.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep fresh or dried peppermint leaves in hot water.
o Topical: Apply peppermint oil to temples to relieve headaches.
4. Echinacea
• Uses: Boosts the immune system, reduces symptoms of colds and flu, and helps with infections.
• How to Use:
o Tincture: Take a few drops of echinacea tincture in water.
o Capsule: Available as a supplement for immune support.
5. Ginger
• Uses: Eases nausea, improves digestion, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep fresh ginger slices in hot water.
o Powder: Add powdered ginger to food or smoothies.
6. Lavender
• Uses: Promotes relaxation, improves sleep, and treats minor burns and insect bites.
• How to Use:
o Essential Oil: Add a few drops to a diffuser or bath for relaxation.
o Topical: Apply lavender oil diluted in a carrier oil to burns or bites.
7. Turmeric
• Uses: Anti-inflammatory, supports joint health, and boosts immunity.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Boil turmeric powder or fresh root in water or milk.
o Paste: Mix turmeric powder with water or oil to apply to wounds.
8. Garlic
• Uses: Supports heart health, has antimicrobial properties, and boosts immunity.
• How to Use:
o Raw: Consume raw cloves or add to food.
o Oil: Garlic-infused oil can be applied to the skin to treat infections.
9. Rosemary
• Uses: Improves memory, relieves pain, and promotes hair growth.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep rosemary leaves in hot water.
o Oil: Massage rosemary oil into the scalp to promote hair growth.
10. Calendula
• Uses: Heals wounds, soothes skin irritations, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
• How to Use:
o Salve: Apply calendula-infused oil or salve to the skin.
o Tea: Steep dried calendula flowers in hot water for skin health and digestion.
11. St. John’s Wort
• Uses: Treats mild depression, anxiety, and skin conditions.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep dried St. John’s Wort in hot water.
o Tincture: Take a few drops in water for mood support.
12. Dandelion
• Uses: Supports liver health, acts as a diuretic, and aids digestion.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep dandelion roots or leaves in hot water.
o Salad: Use fresh leaves in salads for a nutrient boost.
13. Valerian
• Uses: Promotes relaxation, improves sleep, and reduces anxiety.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep valerian root in hot water for 10-15 minutes.
o Capsule: Available as a supplement for sleep support.
14. Thyme
• Uses: Has antiseptic properties, aids respiratory health, and supports digestion.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep thyme leaves in hot water.
o Inhalation: Add thyme to boiling water and inhale the steam for respiratory relief.
15. Sage
• Uses: Supports oral health, soothes sore throats, and improves memory.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep fresh or dried sage leaves in hot water.
o Gargle: Use sage tea as a gargle for sore throats or oral health.
16. Lemon Balm
• Uses: Reduces anxiety, promotes sleep, and improves digestion.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep fresh or dried lemon balm leaves in hot water.
o Tincture: Take a few drops in water for relaxation and stress relief.
17. Yarrow
• Uses: Stops bleeding, reduces fever, and supports wound healing.
• How to Use:
o Topical: Apply fresh yarrow leaves to wounds to stop bleeding.
o Tea: Steep dried yarrow in hot water to reduce fever and aid digestion.
18. Feverfew
• Uses: Prevents migraines, reduces inflammation, and eases pain.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep fresh or dried feverfew leaves in hot water.
o Capsule: Take as a supplement for migraine prevention.
19. Milk Thistle
• Uses: Supports liver health, detoxifies the body, and reduces inflammation.
• How to Use:
o Capsule: Take milk thistle supplements for liver support.
o Tea: Steep crushed milk thistle seeds in hot water.
20. Comfrey
• Uses: Heals wounds, reduces inflammation, and supports bone health.
• How to Use:
o Topical: Apply comfrey-infused oil or salve to wounds, bruises, or sprains.
o Poultice: Use crushed comfrey leaves as a poultice on injuries.
21. Holy Basil (Tulsi)
• Uses: Reduces stress, supports immune function, and promotes respiratory health.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep fresh or dried holy basil leaves in hot water.
o Capsule: Available as a supplement for stress relief and immune support.
22. Ashwagandha
• Uses: Reduces stress, improves energy levels, and supports adrenal health.
• How to Use:
o Capsule: Take ashwagandha supplements for stress and energy support.
o Powder: Add ashwagandha powder to smoothies or warm milk.
23. Cayenne Pepper
• Uses: Relieves pain, improves circulation, and aids digestion.
• How to Use:
o Topical: Apply cayenne-infused oil to sore muscles or joints.
o Internal: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to food or drinks to improve circulation.
24. Hawthorn
• Uses: Supports heart health, reduces anxiety, and improves circulation.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep hawthorn berries, leaves, or flowers in hot water.
o Tincture: Take a few drops of hawthorn tincture in water for heart support.
25. Plantain
• Uses: Heals wounds, soothes skin irritations, and supports respiratory health.
• How to Use:
o Topical: Apply crushed plantain leaves to insect bites or minor wounds.
o Tea: Steep dried plantain leaves in hot water for respiratory support.
26. Licorice Root
• Uses: Soothes sore throats, supports adrenal health, and improves digestion.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep dried licorice root in hot water for 10-15 minutes.
o Tincture: Take a few drops in water for digestive or respiratory support.
27. Ginseng
• Uses: Boosts energy, supports cognitive function, and enhances immune response.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep ginseng root slices in hot water.
o Capsule: Available as a supplement for energy and mental clarity.
28. Red Clover
• Uses: Supports hormonal balance, detoxifies the body, and promotes skin health.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep red clover blossoms in hot water.
o Topical: Apply red clover-infused oil to the skin for rashes or irritations.
29. Marshmallow Root
• Uses: Soothes sore throats, supports digestive health, and heals skin irritations.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep dried marshmallow root in cold water overnight, then strain.
o Topical: Apply marshmallow root paste to irritated skin.
30. Nettle
• Uses: Reduces inflammation, supports kidney health, and alleviates allergies.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep dried nettle leaves in hot water.
o Capsule: Available as a supplement for joint and kidney support.
31. Oregano
• Uses: Antimicrobial properties, supports respiratory health, and aids digestion.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep fresh or dried oregano leaves in hot water.
o Oil: Use oregano oil diluted in a carrier oil for respiratory issues or skin infections.
32. Catnip
• Uses: Reduces anxiety, promotes sleep, and relieves digestive discomfort.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep fresh or dried catnip leaves in hot water.
o Topical: Apply catnip-infused oil to the skin for a calming effect.
33. Burdock Root
• Uses: Detoxifies the body, supports liver health, and improves skin conditions.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep dried burdock root in hot water.
o Tincture: Take a few drops in water for detoxification and liver support.
34. Elderberry
• Uses: Boosts the immune system, treats colds and flu, and has antiviral properties.
• How to Use:
o Syrup: Cook elderberries with honey to make a syrup for immune support.
o Tea: Steep dried elderberries in hot water.
35. Mullein
• Uses: Supports respiratory health, soothes coughs, and reduces inflammation.
• How to Use:
o Tea: Steep dried mullein leaves or flowers in hot water.
o Inhalation: Add mullein to boiling water and inhale the steam for respiratory relief.
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