Herbs And Plants That Can Be Used To Prevent And Treat Different Types Of Diseases

By KennyHBW On Jan 4, 2022

Health Beyond Wealth

Studies have shown that most modern medicines are produced indirectly from medicinal plants and herbs and they

can be expensively compared to natural herbs and plants. However, with the increasing population, there has been a

the rise in health problems has increased the population of people visiting hospitals and doctors for acute and

chronic health issues, many of which can be prevented and treated with these natural medicinal plants and herbs,

especially when the cost of modern medicine and hospital bills are on the rise.

1. Mint

Mint has varieties of medicinal properties like folate, vitamin A, and more can be used as painkillers, healing

ulcers, improving respiratory health, digestion, circulation of blood, optimizing hormonal levels, and relieving stress.

Also, It can be added to foods or drinks as flavor.

2. Gingko

Studies showed that Gingko has the ability to boost brain health i.e. treat mild dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Recent studies also showed that it can also treat diabetes, bone healing, anxiety, and prevent inflammation.

3. Flaxseed

Flaxseed is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and other antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that can

reduce blood pressure, obesity, prevent colon cancer and inflammation.

4. Lemongrass

Lemongrass tea contains antidepressant properties that can improve mental health and reduce depression. It can

also relieve congestion, headaches, cough, and digestive and at the same time enhance kidney functioning.

5. Turmeric

Evidence showed that turmeric contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that can aid the treatment of

arthritis and other inflammatory diseases, prevent cancer and stop DNA mutations.

6. Aleo vera

This is a common houseplant and it is used to treat bowel diseases, inflammation, itching, asthma, and stomach

ulcer. It can also be used to prevent acne, sunburn, and relieve constipation, and improve digestive health.