Healthy Herbs Articles

Antibiotic Properties in Herbs
The herbs listed here are extremely useful for dealing with almost any kind of mild infection or sickness, are quite inexpensive, and the pill forms can be stored for a year or more at room temperature.

Choose Spearmint for Restoration and Refreshment
Spearmint is both edible and medicinal, grown primarily for its carminative oil, extracted from the leaves, which lose their aroma after the plant flowers, and flowers. Watch out, though, because mint can and will take over your garden!

The Effectiveness of Herbal Remedies
One herbal remedy that does wonders for some people might not seem to do a thing for others. It's the same thing with prescription and over the counter medications too.

About Herbal Poultices
Here are a few recipes for herbal poultices that are great to keep around the house in the event of a mild emergency.

Two Common Herbs for the Skin
Two easy to find herbs that are great for skin problems. These guys can be found in your own back yard!

Herbs for Bronchitis
Here is a list for a number of herbs that can help bronchitis sufferers.

Tea Tree Oil
Coming out of aboriginal societies in Australia, tea tree oil has long been an antiseptic and antifungal element. Learn more about the substance in this article.

White Willow
Aspirin is synthetically derived from a component of the herb white willow. This herb can be a natural pain reliever... the natural man's aspirin.

Echinacea: Not Just for Colds
Echinacea is a well-known, popular herb used widely today. It's primarily used for colds and to reduce flu symptoms, and you'll frequently find it mixed with other herbs because it's a great infection fighter and natural antibiotic.

Health Benefits of Kelp
Kelp is an herb which is so high in vitamins, nutrients, and minerals that it works wonderfully as an all-around every day vitamin.

The Herb Chickweed
Chickweed is an edible plant which can be used as a table vegetable, and it can be used to create teas, or "green drinks." It's quite high in Vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, and potassium.

Cayenne Pepper for Health
Cayenne is good for more things than spicing up a dish. Did you know cayenne pepper can stop mild to moderate bleeding? Cayenne is also good for your circulatory system.

Garlic As a Natural Remedy and for General Health
A clove or two a day of garlic may help prevent the onset of cancer, boost your immune system, and also keep away vampires.

The Chinese Herb Ginko Biloba
Ginkgo biloba acts as a blood thinner, increasing circulation to all the tissues of the body, including your vital organs the brain and the heart. Learn more about this herb in this article.

About Valerian Root
Valerian root has been used to treat insomnia and related sleep ailments for centuries. Learn all about this safe and effective root.

The Ancient Siberian Root
No, you don't have to travel all the way to the wastes of Siberia to try this versatile herbal root. It's thought to help with a number of ailments, ranging from stress to menopause.

Milk Thistle Benefit
The prickly milk thistle has been used to treat various liver problems for more than 2000 years. Learn all about this herb in this article.

The Health Benefits of Peppermint
Peppermint is a great digestive aid. Mint can even soothe a queasy stomach. This article tells you what other health benefits peppermint offers.

The Herb Called St. John's Wort
St. John's Wort has been around for more than a thousand years. Did you know "Wort" actually means plant? And the herb is named afted John the Baptist.

Parsley: More than a Garnish
Restaurants love presenting parsley on the side of your plate as a decoration. Very few eat this herb, however. But it is quite edible and nutritious.

The Echinacea Herb
Echinacea is one of the most popular herbs available in the herbal remedy market. Learn a little bit about this versatile plant and what many people use it for.

Conflicting Reports about Echinacea
Once again, American "scientists" have released a flawed study supposedly debunking the herb echinacea's effectiveness for cold treatments.

Discover the Benefit of Garlic
Everyone knows garlic staves off vampires. But do you know why? It's proven to have anti-parasitic properties. Check out why many believe garlic is a great tonic for all sorts of health problems.

G is for Garlic
Famed cancer researcher Ralph Moss, PhD, reveals important reasons why you should include garlic, scallions, and onions in your diet.

What is Stevia?
Karen Railey spent some serious time recently looking into the topic of Stevia, the fascinating herb that's replacing sugar in many health-conscious homes. Check out this article to learn everything there is to know about the topic.