If you prefer using natural remedies before turning to medicine, look no further! Here is a short list of herbal remedies to improve run of the mill ailments such upset stomachs, colds, allergies, or skin irritation. These herbs also have many health benefits, in addition to healing properties.
Peppermint
Peppermint has many cooling properties and aids in digestion and upset stomachs, sooth headache, cool irritated or itchy skin, and clear up stuffy sinuses. You can get peppermint through tea, capsules, and extracts. Next time you have a nagging headache try rubbing a small amount of peppermint oil on your forehead before reaching for the Tylenol.
Echinacea
This herb is great in tea and used for cold and flu prevention and a great immunity boost! Reach for a bag of echinacea tea this flu season.
Ginseng
Ginseng has natural energy-boosting properties and often used to calm and for stress management.
Evening Primrose
This natural remedy is used traditionally in herbal tea to relieve symptoms associated with menstrual cramps and menopausal symptoms. It is also found to sooth Eczema Symptoms.
Green Tea
Green tea is a great source of antioxidants, associated with preventing oxidation in the body, known to prevent certain cancers and heart disease. Green Tea is also a natural inflammatory, aids in digestion, and helps sooth nausea. A healthy dose of green tea is a great way to start your day and has a good amount of caffeine in it to kickstart your day!
