We’ve all heard of herbs before, but did you know that these naturally occurring creations can actually boost our health? Many herbs possess healing properties and can assist in psychological health, anti-inflammatory properties, alleviating pain, promoting healthy skin, fighting against bacterial infections, and much more.

The AMAZING Health Benefits

I started using herbs as a part of my daily life when I found out all the AMAZING benefits I could receive from them. I purchased a book called Sacred Herbs in Sedona, Arizona at a local crystal shop. The aesthetically pleasing cover is what originally drew me to look at the book, but when I started briefly skimming the pages, I was so intrigued. Reading this book allowed me to discover numerous ways to use herbs in my everyday health (this book is where I got all the following information, shout out to Opal Streisand!)

Here are a few of my favorite herbs and their healing properties:

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Rosemary

Back in ancient times, Rosemary was believed to memory strengthening properties and was an emblem of fidelity.

Rosemary can be taken to aid colds, flu, headaches, and fatigue. A nice warm Rosemary tea is my favorite way to consume this herb.

How to Use:

Making an infusion is a great way to use Rosemary in its healing properties. An infusion is when boiling water is poured over fresh or dried leaves of an herb allowing the water to absorb the oils and flavors from the herbs.

After they finish steeping, the water is then strained and used to consume for the healing properties. Tea is a very common form of infusion.

Infusions are a more natural way to consume herbs rather than swallowing capsules or tablets.

Lavender

This herb is most commonly known for its sensational aroma and is used around the world for the beautiful smell.

It can also provide many healing properties if used properly. Oils from the lavender leaves calm the stomach and nerves in your body. The oil can also help soothe mosquito bites! Applied externally, it can act as a stimulant and ease pain.

How to Use:

Making tea is the easiest way to take advantage of lavender’s healing properties. Due to its calming properties, I like to enjoy the tea right before bed.

Another way to use lavender is through oil form by applying it on the skin.

Sweet Basil

This herb is known to actually reduce the inflammation and itching if applied externally.

Oil extracted from the plant can be used to relieve stress, strain, and ease exhaustion.

This herb is also beneficial in being used to aid in sleep and relieve congestion.

How to Use:

If you want to use Sweet Basil to help with inflammation or itching, it is best to rub crushed leaves on the problem area.

A tea can also be consumed to promote sleep and relieve congestion.

Chamomile

The flower from this herb can be used in many ways to benefit your health, one of my favorite benefits being its anti-inflammatory properties.

Chamomile is also known for its calming effect helping with insomnia and easing heartburn.

Last but not least, it can be used to soothe coughs and cold by inhaling the steam from a tea containing the herb.

How to Use:

Brewing chamomile tea via the flowers is the best way to soothe coughs or colds.

The steam that comes from the tea should be inhaled, as it will ease the nasal passageways and throat.

Drinking chamomile tea is a way you can retain the health benefits if you are aiming to help insomnia and heartburn.

FUN FACT!

Chamomile can be used to highlight hair if the oils area extracted and mixed with shampoo.

Amla

Amla is an Indian fruit that derives from Nepal. This is my absolute favorite tea to prepare as it contains MAJOR health benefits.

This fruit contains Vitamin C, Iron, and Calcium making it highly nutrient-rich.

Its natural properties allow for it to be a great body heat reducer.

This amazing fruit also reduces the doshas (used in Ayurveda). By reducing all three doshas, your body reduces the potential of disease and illness.

How to use:

Amla can be used in many different ways one of them being dried. In its dried form, it can be drank in tea form.

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I would recommend purchasing herbs at local farmers’ markets or herbal shops, as some products carried in stores are overpriced. When purchasing local, you have the option to buy as much or as little as possible!

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