THE 15 MOST POWERFUL HERBS IN YOUR KITCHEN - SAGE

The oils found in sage are antiseptic and antibiotic, so it can help fight infections. Sage is effective for symptoms of menopause – night sweats and hot flushes – because of its estrogenic action and because its tannins can dry up perspiration. There is also compelling evidence that sage may be of value to people with diabetes for whom the hormone insulin does not work as efficiently as it should. Studies indicate that sage may boost insulin’s action.

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THE 15 MOST POWERFUL HERBS IN YOUR KITCHEN - ROSEMARY

Rosemary is one of the richer herbal sources of antioxidants, which have been shown to prevent cataracts, and it contains 19 chemicals with antibacterial action that help fight infection. Traditionally used to ease asthma, this common herb has volatile oils that can reduce airway constriction induced by histamine, the chemical culprit of asthma and other allergy symptoms. Herbalists think rosemary may also help ease breast pain by acting as a drying agent to fluid filled cysts.

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THE 15 MOST POWERFUL HERBS IN YOUR KITCHEN - PARSLEY

Diuretic herbs such as parsley prevents problems like kidney stones and bladder infections and keep our bodies plumbing running smoothly by causing it to produce more urine. They also relieve bloating during menstruation. And there’s a reason for that parsley on the edge of your dinner plate: it’s an effective breath freshener because it contains high levels of chlorophyll. 

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THE 15 MOST POWERFUL HERBS IN YOUR KITCHEN - OREGANO

Oregano contains at least four compounds that soothe coughs and 19 chemicals with antibacterial action that may help reduce body odour. The ingredients in oregano that soothe coughs may also help unknot muscles in the digestive tract, making oregano a digestive aid. This familiar spice also contains compounds that can lower blood pressure.


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THE 15 MOST POWERFUL HERBS IN YOUR KITCHEN - MINT

Mint is used to counteract nausea and vomiting, promote digestion, calm stomach muscle spasms, relieve flatulence, and ease hiccups. menthol, an aromatic oil in peppermint, also relaxes the airways and fights bacteria and viruses. Menthol interferes with the sensation of pain, short circuiting the nerve transmission from pain receptors. Thus it may be useful in reducing headache pain. Scientific evidence suggests that peppermint can kill many kinds of microorganisms and may boost mental alertness.

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THE 15 MOST POWERFUL HERBS IN YOUR KITCHEN - GINGER

Nothing beats ginger when it comes to controlling the symptoms of motion sickness. Ginger stimulates siliva flow and digestive activity, settles the stomach, relieves vomiting, eases pain from gas and diarrhea, and is effective as an anti-nausea remedy. The aromatic herb also helps lower cholesterol. Herbalists have also found it to be useful as a pain reliever.

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