Natural Remedies without side effects

Much before Allopathic and Homeopathic medicines came into the picture, nature was perhaps the sole source of treatment. Ayurvigyaan, was known as the science of curing people through ingredients found in the nature. The best part is, that they have almost no side-effects, which make them harmless to consume.

Aloe vera

These ingredients were not just used for their medicinal uses, but also for their uses in cooking and other domestic purposes. These ingredients would help in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Some of these could be easily grown at the garden of one’s home. Apart from the fact that they will be organic and healthy, they are also a pocket-friendly way to take care of the health of an individual. On top of that, they are available whenever you might need them.

Basil (Tulsi)

Most of the herbs that we use are full of antioxidants, are antiseptic and anti-inflammatory. Moreover, gardening is a really good way to keep you fit, and happy.

Here is a list of 10 natural herbs and ingredients that you can grow at your home.

Tulsi (Basil): Tulsi is an herb that has been grown at homes in India for ages. They are multi-purpose and are used in a number of ailments, from cold and flu, to injuries. It is an antiseptic, antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory herb. It is also used in cooking and to cure headaches, nausea, kidney stones, acne, amog other ailments. It also wards off mosquitoes and flies, acting as an insect repellent.

Coriander

It is rich in nutrients, like Vitamin A, C, K, copper, manganese, iron, calcium, and omega-3 fatty acids.

Coriander: Coriander is widely used as a cooking herb in many Indian dishes. It is a rich source of flavonoids, antioxidants and volatile oils. It also contains nutrients like A, B-12, C, K, and folic acid.It is very useful in summer drinks and is often used in chutneys for its freshness. It is used as a breath freshener and as an aphrodisiac. It is also used to treat constipation, gas, and jaundice; infections of urinary tracts, coughs, diabetes, indigestion and high blood pressure.

Herbs

Mint: Mint is one of the most refreshing and useful amongst all the herbs. It is used as an expectorant, which helps in removing phlegm and mucus from the air tract. It is also a brilliant antiseptic and an anti- inflammatory herb.

Mint is rich in Vitamin A and C, Iron and manganese.

It is used in food, in dried and fresh form, to make chutneys and to prepare cocktails like mojitos.

It can also cure heartburn, indigestion, chest pain, nausea, fever, bad breath and headaches.

Keeping mint leaves in your shoes help in cutting down the smell, if you have smelly feet.

Mint

Turmeric: Turmeric is one of the best forms of natural antiseptics. It has both anti-inflammatory properties and is a good source of anti-oxidants. It has many uses, starting from food, where it is extensively used in curries and many other dishes. It is used to cure cold and flu, if taken with warm milk. It is also used to exfoliate skin, which is quite effective. Eating raw turmeric every morning, helps to strengthen ones immunity.

Aloe Vera:Aloe Vera contains many nutrients, including Vitamin A, C, E, B1, B2, B3, B6, and in some plants B12 is also found. It also contains folic acid, calcium, magnesium, zinc, sodium, iron, potassium.

It keeps the skin hydrated and helps to cure acne, pimples and infections.

Turmeric

Aloe Vera is one of the friendliest of all the herbs. It is used as a healer and is really effective in the treatment for boils and blisters. It is also used to treat common burns, swelling and redness.

It is also used in drinks in the form of gel, for weight loss, digestion, to strengthen immunity and to ease discomfort

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