The Health Benefits of Ashwagandha

 

'Withania somnifera, better known as ashwagandha or “Indian ginseng,” has been a staple of Ayurvedic medicine for over 3000 years. The herb has a wide range of activity that promotes physical and mental health, body rejuvenation, and longevity. It is known to inhibit anxiety and improve energy. In certain cases, ashwagandha may also promote healthy fertility.'

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9 Healing Herbs You Can Grow at Home

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'Herbs have been used for centuries to soothe and to heal. According to Wikipedia:

Herbs have long been used as the basis of traditionalChinese herbal medicine, with usage dating as far back as the first century CE and before. Medicinal use of herbs in Western cultures has its roots in theHippocratic (Greek) elemental healing system, based on a quaternary elemental healing metaphor.

With such a long history of use, herbs most certainly have a place in the survival garden. With that in mind, today I offer a few suggestions to get you started in creating your own healing garden.'






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Holy Basil: My Number One, Ace-in-The-Hand Herb

'Holy basil, because of its adaptogenic properties, works to bring the body back to a proper balance – but what I’ve found is that it works extremely well with people who are experiencing stress and poor adrenal function.

Anyone who takes stimulants, stresses out, or is a high anxiety type, runs the risk of burning out the adrenals to the point where they don’t produce enough pre-hormones to help regulate the body.
For those of you who don’t know, the adrenals sit on top of your kidneys and are small glands that secrete hormones like cortisol (fight or flight) and pregnenolone (a pre-hormone that assists in the formation of others). The adrenals of course produce other hormones as well, but I want to focus on these two.'

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Ayurvedic Herbs You Need to Know About

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Constantly Tired? Here Are 10 Herbs To Increase Energy, Vitality, And Adaptability

'How difficult is it for us to achieve a work-life balance? How much more difficult is it to achieve a life-energy balance? And does it not seem that there are never enough hours in the day to achieve any balance at all? You're not alone. Your days may seem that way, but in truth the balance is always there, always available and always achievable.

That doesn't mean it isn't difficult, but a few ancient herbal formulas will certainly help you achieve the balance you never thought possible. Skip your daily sugar boost, coffee or red bull because in the long-term they will always let you down. Adaptogenic herbs will give you sustained energy and vitality while allowing your mind to think freely, calmly and without excessive stimulation.'

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Organic silica: An essential element

 

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'Every mineral has certain properties that allow our bodies to function properly. Without minerals we cannot survive. They are not only the building blocks of our planet but are also the building blocks of our bodies.

Silica is an essential mineral whose importance has been ignored by most doctors and nutritionists. It was originally thought that silica is at worst an environmental contaminant of the human body and at best an element which quickly passes through the body and is excreted. These ideas were based almost entirely upon observations of mineral silica, which in the form of dust and particles was responsible for a number of serious illnesses such as silicosis.'

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10 Herbs and Spices to Make You Healthy

'Spices do more than make food taste
great. Recent research is showing that spices can reduce signs of aging,
inhibit degenerative disease, and promote health and wellbeing. The Mediterranean diet,
so often associated with good health and lack of disease, relies
heavily on the use of spices. But you don't have to follow the
Mediterranean way of eating to gain the amazing health benefits these
inexpensive flavor boosters have to offer. 

Spices
have been highly valued throughout history. In 2300 B.C. the Assyrians
wrote that the gods drank sesame seed wine before creating the
earth. Spices were the currency that sent adventurers across unknown
oceans to find new trade routes. Columbus discovered the New World
during a trip in search of spices, and the British Raj occupied India to
access its spice and tea trade.'

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Cat's Claw as an Anti-Inflammatory

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The Benefits and Uses of Ashwagandha

 

'Ashwagandha or Indian winter cherry is considered one of the most important herbs in ayurvedic system of medicines. Because of its vast area of application, ayurvedic physicians have used it extensively in curing people from their ailments. Due to its properties it has gained lots of respect in the eyes of herbal healers. Ashwagandha has been used as an herbal remedy for hundreds of years. It has many applications, and has been used by Native Americans and Africans to treat inflammation, fevers, and to protect against infection or illness. It has also been used to boost the immune system, improve memory, and to promote overall wellness.'


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Chinese Medicinal Herbs and Rhodiola

'Chris Kilham looks at the popular Chinese herb rhodiola rosea and explains its many benefits in mental health and vitality. He explains why rhodiola makes his "short list" of the best herbs.

He discusses the herb's use as an antidepressant and anti-anxiety supplement and its adaptogen properties. As well as it's energy, stamina, endurance, and memory enhancing properties. He explains how China produces and trades more plants and herbs than any other nation.'

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