- Valerian – 2000 years ago the Chinese used valerian to calm down. In ancient Greece, this herb was used as an effective remedy for insomnia. Valerian tincture was used by soldiers during the First and Second World Wars after suffering roar shocks. Cats love the smell of valerian, so this plant is also called “cat grass”. Valerian is the healthiest plant against irritability, tension, sleep disorders and fear (anxiety). It is useful for smokers to get rid of smoking addiction.
- Wild oregano or wild marjoram (Origanum vulgare) – has a positive effect on mood. It is used for various Italian and Greek dishes because of its wonderful smell. It helps against cough, bronchitis, asthma and urinary tract infections. This herb is useful for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, against cramps and bloating, relieves menstrual cycles and stimulates bile secretion.
- Uva (Uvae ursi) -or bearberry because bears love this plant very much. It is used as an excellent natural diuretic. It is useful for all urinary tract infections, inflammatory processes of the kidneys, stones and sand in the urinary organs.
- Thyme is the most powerful natural antioxidant. The ancient Sumerians used thyme as an antiseptic. In ancient Egypt, thyme was added to mummy balm. The Roman legionaries were convinced that thyme bestows male strength, so they put this plant in baths. Thyme makes coughing easier. Soothes spasms of the smooth muscles of the bronchi. Thyme is a useful plant for gargling the throat and mouth.
- Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) – Hippocrates considered “black elderberry” the best remedy for chest pain. In Africa, many peoples believe that elderberry keeps the hearth at home and protects against incurable diseases. The famous magic wand in the popular book about Harry Potter is made of elderberry wood. Elderberry can be dangerous because raw bean plants are toxic and can cause poisoning. Elderberry is a powerful natural antibiotic. The plant regulates insulin and blood glucose levels. It is used against urinary problems, rheumatic problems, coughs, viral infections, traumatic injuries and incontinence. It removes bad cholesterol and strengthens heart function.
- Sage (Valeriana officinalis) – used long before the advent of antibiotics. This plant has saved the lives of many patients. In the 8th century, herbalists used sage to cure the Frankish king Charlemagne. The king then regulated the cultivation and use of sage by law. Sage is suitable for many infections, inflammatory processes of the throat and mouth, cough, stomach cramps, colitis, spinal cord diseases, fungal diseases. Sage is a strong natural aphrodisiac. It is used to treat male impotence and female infertility.
- Ginseng (Panax ginseng) -is the famous root of immortality. This plant is the most famous immunomodulator and adaptogen. It strengthens the body’s defense system and helps minimize the harmful effects of bad ecology on human health. Ginseng root rejuvenates the body. Stimulates the central nervous system. Increases blood pressure, lowers cholesterol and blood glucose levels. It removes toxins and strengthens metabolism. It is used to treat diseases of the respiratory organs, genital dysfunction, insomnia, fever, diseases of the digestive tract, neurosis.
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