Herbs English

08 Oct

Posted at 18:46h in Uncategorized

Chamomile

Research has recognized chamomile a fighting agent against depression and stress, while calming the nerves. It can be consumed as an herbal oil or herbal drink. Inhaling chamomile oil vapor is often recommended to relieve depression and stress. The herb is also used in the production of candles, aromatherapy compounds, and bath therapy.

The miraculous properties of chamomile

 

Polyphenol is the major compound of chamomile. Other ingredients include quercetin, luteolin, patoltin and apigenin. This herb has the following extraordinary medicinal properties:

  • Healing the wounds
  • Hypnotic
  • relieving depression and stress.
  • Antispasmodic or muscle cramps
  • Effective in treating stomach ulcers.
  • Treating skin problems
  • Helping treat hemorrhoids.
  • Reducing rheumatic pain and relieve osteoarthritis.
  • Relieving intestines and stomach disorders
  • eliminating menstrual disorders
  • having anti-inflammatory properties:

The compounds such as apigenin, patulin, quercetin, and glycoside variants are found to fight free radicals and cell mutations while reducing inflammation.

  • Anti-allergy
  • Rich in antioxidants:

The antioxidant in the herb is the subcategory of terpenoids containing acetylene and chamazulene. Due to the instability of the compounds, the herb can be stored in the form of vegetable oil or alcohol tincture. The Antioxidant compound is very effective in relieving pain and swelling, reducing mood disorders while boosting the immune system and supporting the overall health of the skin, nails, eyes, teeth, and hair.

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30 Sep

Posted at 22:29h in Herbs English, Herbs English

Fennel

Foeniculum vulgare

The fennel herb is native to southwestern Asia and southern Europe, especially the Mediterranean.

Medicinal properties of fennel for women

Fennel can be prescribed to 90% of women, as it

  • helps with hormonal balance.
  • increases lactation in breastfeeding mothers, through increasing estrogen.
  • prevents menopause and eliminates the symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes.
  • has anti-obesity properties.
  • relieves vaginal inflammation and discomfort.
  • prevents menstruation.
  • has anti-aging properties.

Other Health Benefits

 

  • The herb is rich in vitamins C and B which are important agents in collagen boosting, skin rejuvenating and wrinkle removal. In general, it is used in natural cosmetics production in many countries in the world.
  • Fennel extract is effective in cold relief treatment.
  • It strengthens vision, another miraculous property of this herb. It is also useful in treating night blindness and eyelid inflammation while protecting the eyes against aging related problems.
  • It contains a substance called anethole that has cancer-fighting properties, especially breast cancer as it reduces the NF-kappa B gene-modifying agent and inflammatory-stimulating molecule.
  • It also prevents colon cancer with its high fiber components.
  • The Coumarin in fennel is a blood thinner that can help those with artery problems.

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