Natural Healing Herbs

The use of natural healing herbs has been around for thousands of years, as man has used plants to heal all manner of sickness and disease.

Drinking herbal teas is a very popular and effective way to obtain healing through natural herbs in the modern world, and many people will drink them not realizing the benefits they have for the body.

Herbs are also put into lotions for the skin and are used every day in cooking.

It is estimated by the World Health Organization that up to 80% of the world’s population use herbs for healing in one form or another.

There have been a number of attempts in recent years to regulate the use of herbs as medicines, mostly due to reports of severe side effects.

These side effects occur mainly when the user has underlying health issues which have not been taken into consideration and when the herb has been administered incorrectly and without the advice of a qualified practitioner.

When administered correctly, herbs can prevent and treat many illnesses without the side effects so often found with prescription medications.

There are a number of herbs commonly available that can be used safely.

These include:

  • Lavender. This is one of the most popular natural healing herbs in use today.
    The essential oil from lavender is one of the few that can be applied directly to the skin and can be used on burns, pimples, rashes, and eczema, among others. A few drops of lavender placed on the pillow at night can aid a restful sleep, as it is famous for its calming properties. Infusing the oil in a burner can be beneficial when stressed or depressed. The dried herb can also be used to make a tea with a similar effect. Read More About the Benefits of Lavender Oil.
  • Peppermint. This herb is a natural aid to digestion. Drinking peppermint tea after a meal can reduce the chances of heartburn and indigestion. It is used to ease the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Peppermint herb is also one of the easiest to grow. More Peppermint Tea Benefits.
  • Dandelion. This herb is often taken as a tea and is beneficial as a diuretic, preventing water retention. It can also be used to dissolve gallstones, but this is best done under the supervision of a qualified herbal practitioner. More Dandelion Herb Benefits.

Chinese Healing Herbs
The Chinese use herbs for healing to treat the whole person. Rather than just treat the symptoms, they look at why a person became ill in the first place.

The Chinese were one of the earliest cultures to record the use of natural healing herbs.

One of the most common herbs used by the Chinese is dong quai. Dong quai is part of the celery family of plants and is usually used to treat menstrual problems, circulation problems, and high blood pressure. It is also a relaxing herb, so it can be used to treat insomnia and calm the nerves.

Chinese healing herbs are often used in conjunction with other treatments such as acupuncture and exercise.

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