There are herbs you can grow at home, if you love gardening. Advantage of these herbs is that they will provide both greenery and health. Following herbs are easier to grow in pots and they can be kept even indoors. Also, they can be taken raw or added to recipes.
Parsley
Parsley packs important nutrients that make it great for many things including bone health, protection of eyes, improvement of heart function and treating allergies and inflammatory diseases. It also contains antibacterial properties that prevent development of bacteria in food.
Rosemary
Rosemary boosts immune system and improves blood circulation. It also enhances memory function, develops intelligence and focus. And the aroma this herb can improve the mood by driving away stress and anxiety and controlling hormonal imbalance. Rosemary oil is good for hair growth, dandruff and dry scalp. It can also be used to cure digestive problems like heartburn and liver and gallbladder complaints.
Mint
Mint can dissolve all your digestive woes but there are more health benefits of mint. It treats asthma, cures headache, aids weight loss, improves brain power, provides skin care and eases symptoms of morning sickness. It is also good for oral care and treating stress and depression.
Basil
Basil can restore pH level by balancing the acid within the body. It is anti-inflammatory and can fight free radical activity. It cures depression, helps in diabetes management and supports liver function. It can heal an upset tummy quicker than any other medicine and keep the gut healthy. Also, it has plenty of skin benefits.
Herbs For Every Home
Chives
Chives has cancer fighting properties and its biggest benefits include detoxifying body, boosting immunity, clearing vision, enhancing sleep and mood and easing digestive process to prevent formation of bacteria and fungi in intestines. Also, it brings plenty of skin benefits like reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
Thyme
Thyme is good for your eyes. Also, it can dure common cold and prevent hair loss. Another healthy reason for adding thyme to your diet is it controls blood pressure and improves bone health. Also, its daily intake would keep you free from digestive problems. In skin condition, it is a good cure for acne.
Lavender
Lavender is an excellent pain reliever for muscular, joint pain, sprains and backache. Just massage is over the painful area to get relief. It can even relieve respiratory problems like whooping cough and asthma, when applied on neck chest and back. Also, it can kill lice and nits. It treats sleep and insomnia and improves mood.
Oregano
Oregano strengthens immune system, boosts energy and improves metabolism. It has minerals and iron that increase blood circulation and help in oxygenating cells and muscles. Basil can also improve digestion, build bone strength and help in managing diabetes.
Chervil
Chervil is a low-calorie herb with plenty of health benefits like it’s an immunity booster and diuretic agent. If you have hiccups, you can chew some fresh leaves of chervil to stop hiccups. It will also give fast relief from cough. It regulates blood pressure and lowers bad cholesterol. It is good for kidney, gout and digestion. Also, it can give you relief from menstrual cramps.