When it comes to health there is nothing better than mother nature and herbs are those blessings that mother nature provide us to keep us healthy and strong. Herbs are the foundation of Ayurveda and have been used for thousands of years to cure and strengthen health.
1. Cilantro/ Coriander
Many try to exclude it from the diet due to a sharp smell and taste, and in vain. After all, coriander is a good source of compounds that strengthen the blood vessels. Also, this herb helps to organize the work of the cardiovascular system, helps to digest heavy food, and is also an antiseptic, analgesic and a remedy for gastritis.
2. Basil
One of the main summer products – basil – is rich in rosmarinic acid, which has antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This acid (mainly found only in plants) penetrates into the musculoskeletal tissue and is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent for the prevention of thrombophlebitis, arthritis, rheumatism, gout. In general, feel free to add a handful of fresh basil leaves to your paste or salad, or even better – pesto sauce.
3. Green Onions
The fragrant green feathers of onions contain a large amount of quercetin (it’s still in garlic and red onion), which scientists believe helps prevent cancer, and also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Also, studies have shown that this substance is able to reduce blood pressure in people who are in a state of prehypertension. Add a pinch of green onion to stewed or marinated mushrooms or soup – along with flavor and spicy taste you will get a sea of good.
4. Dill
Dill (Anethum graveolens) is an herb from the celery family Apiaceae. It contains several times more antioxidants than the same amount of pomegranates. It is easier to find, and it costs very less!
5. Mint
Many studies show that frequent use of fresh mint helps prevent the development of age-related diseases, Alzheimer’s for example. Do not know what and how to eat it? Crumble a handful of leaves in your morning yogurt, whip with fruit for a smoothie or add to the garnish of buckwheat, couscous, quinoa and any other cereals.
6. Oregano
Oregano herb helps to calm nerves, cure bronchitis, improve appetite and even increase libido. Add it to tomato sauce for pasta, sprinkle with oregano (this is the second name oregano by the way) your favorite pizza, make tea from it. Applications in cooking – the bulk, most importantly, buy a fresh plant. You can grow Oregano on the windowsill in the kitchen.
7. Parsley
Studies of Malaysian scientists have shown that phenolic compounds in parsley help block cancer cells, and the presence of inulin improves metabolism. Also, micronutrients of parsley strengthen vessels, gums, help to feel satiety, help to overcome depression and perfectly restore strength. Are you sad? Eat stewed in cream butter mussels with the addition of a head of garlic and a handful of chopped parsley leaves.
8. Sage
Although sage has a very specific flavor and taste, it is not necessary to ignore it. You just need to know how to cook it. We vote for the addition of sage to the dough for biscuits, fruit smoothies, herbal tea and even when extinguishing the chicken or duck. So what are the magical properties of this seasoning? Sage is rich in terpenes, including carnosol, which helps protect the body from carcinogens, and also prevents the development of breast and skin cancer.
9. Thyme
Thyme leaves contain about 30% of thymol essential oil, as well as gum, tannins, oleic acid. This means that thyme has bactericidal properties – its broth can gargle with colds, whooping cough, bronchitis, and asthma. In cooking it can be used to create fragrant oil for salads and pizza – add a few bottles of herbs to the empty bottle, pour the herbal mixture with good olive oil and insist for a week in a dark cool place.
10. Rosemary
In ancient Greece, it was believed that rosemary makes a person happy, and also helps get rid of nightmares. Scientists have proved the theory – this fragrant herb really helps with disorders of the nervous system, relieves anxiety, insomnia and perfectly restores strength. Extinguish meat or mushrooms? Add the green leaves of rosemary in a frying pan. Even better – bake potatoes with rosemary.
