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Health Benefits of Mallow

Learn AboutMallowBenefits Health Benefits Mallow is an excellent source of vitamin C, calcium and iron. A boiled liquid may be used externally to clean abscesses and boils by pulling out the pus. It is also helpful in the treatment of skin abrasions, rashes and burns. Research has also proved that this powerful herb is used [...]
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Health benefits of Hyssop

Learn AboutHyssopBenefits Health Benefits Hyssop is used for digestive and intestinal problems including liver and gallbladder conditions, intestinal pain, intestinal gas, colic and loss of appetite. It is also used for respiratory problems including coughs, the common cold, respiratory infections, sore throat and asthma. Hyssop tea has several antibiotic properties. Hyssop leaves commonly develop a [...]
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Health Benefits of Saffron

Learn AboutSaffronBenefits Health Benefits Taking saffron by mouth seems to improve symptoms of major depression after 6-8 weeks of treatment. Some studies suggest that saffron might be as effective as taking a low-dose prescription antidepressant such as fluoxetine or imipramine. A study conducted by Professor Silvia Bisti at ARC Centre of Excellence in Vision Science [...]
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Health Benefits of Lavender

Learn AboutLavenderBenefits Health Benefits   The University of Maryland Medical Center reports that scientific studies suggest that inhaling the scent of lavender may slow the nervous system activity, promoting relaxation. This can help anxiety, insomnia, stress and depression. Some people use lavender for painful conditions including migraine, headaches, toothaches, sprains, nerve pain, sores and joint [...]
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Health Benefits of Wild Rose Hips

Learn AboutWild Rose HipsBenefits Health Benefits   Rose hips have mild laxative and diuretic properties and can help treat urinary infections. The iron content in rose hips makes them an excellent supplement for menstruating According to herbalist David Hoffmann in his book “The New Holistic Herbal,” rose hips are one of the best sources of [...]
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Health Benefits of Blueberries

Learn AboutBlueberriesBenefits Health Benefits • Blueberries contain plant compounds called pterostilbenes, which are high in antioxidant content. Antioxidants protect the body from the effects of free radicals, which are molecules that can damage other cells and promote diseases such as cancer. • The National Institutes of Health conducted a study which examined how a diet [...]
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Health Benefits of Olive Tree Leaves

Learn AboutOlive Tree LeavesBenefits Health Benefits   Oleuropein (the substance that gives the bitter taste to olive) is active against bacteria and insect pests, thus protecting the olive tree. This property has also been found to help protect humans, too. Moreover oleuropein in olive leaf may help those suffering from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, according [...]
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Health Benefits of Wild Thyme from Lemnos Island

Learn AboutWild ThymeBenefits Health Benefits   Contains many active principles that are found to have disease-preventing and health-promoting properties. Thyme herb contains thymol, one of the important essential oils. Thymol has been found scientifically to have antiseptic and anti-fungal characteristics. The other volatile oils in thyme include carvacolo, borneol, and geraniol. Thyme contains many flavonoid [...]
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Health Benefits of Cistus / Rock Rose

Learn AboutRock RoseBenefits Health Benefits Rock rose is used to treat panic, stress, extreme fright or fear, and anxiety; and for promoting calmness and relaxation. Scientific studies have confirmed cistus’ ability to help eliminate toxins in the body. The plant’s anti-aging properties extend to its effect on the skin. The very polyphenols that support our [...]
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Health Benefits of Fennel Seeds

Learn AboutFennel SeedsBenefits Health Benefits   Swelling of the colon (colitis). Early research suggests that taking an herbal combination of fennel, dandelion, St. John’s wort, lemon balm and calendula can reduce pain along the large intestine in people with swelling of the colon. Drinking a tea containing fennel for one month can reduce constipation in [...]