Herbal medicines help a lot of people with different illnesses.
Although some do not have therapeutic claims, most herbal remedies are
safe and effective to use. However, one must consult their physicians
first before deciding to take any of the herbal products.
In this
article, we will discuss some of the most popular and widely used herbal
products. Read the sections below and know more about the herbal
remedies for various illnesses.
Bitter Gourd
Bitter Gourd,
also know as Ampalaya in Philippine language, is a vegetable plant that
has been used and is accepted for so many years. The bitter taste of
this vegetable is often disdained by many of its consumers. However, the
plant is widely known for its efficacy in lowering blood sugar levels.
Over the years, it has been seen as an effective alternative treatment
for Diabetes of both types.
St John's Wort
St John's Wort is
often used for depression problems. It triggers some chemical changes
in the body which often lead to the cure of depression problems. Like
the Bitter Gourd, St John's Wort is accepted by many health agencies and
is used by a lot of people. However, limitation to the use of this
herbal remedy is needed. Consult with your doctors is necessary to bring
about therapeutic effects.
Garlic
Garlic is also one of the
most helpful herbal remedies ever discovered. It is believed to cause
changes in the blood pressure. Garlic is also known to lower blood
cholesterol levels. It is a very potent and effective herbal remedy for
several cardiovascular diseases.
Ginger
Ginger is one of the
greatest Chinese herbal medicines discovered. It is not only an herbal
product but a spice used in many cooking recipes as well. Ginger is
believed to have healing properties on the throat and is good as a cough
and cold remedy.
Kava Kava
Kava Kava is also a popular
treatment for mental disorders. Specifically, it treats anxiety
problems. Like St John's Wort, it has to be taken with caution because
of the detrimental changes it could bring. Physician consult is
necessary before taking the herbal remedy.
Gingko Biloba
Gingko
Biloba is mostly used for Alzheimer's disease. Today, it is widely
accepted by many health agencies because of its therapeutic effects. It
causes a positive change in the judgment, social function and awareness
of an Alzheimer's patient.
Echinacea
Echinacea is also one
of the most potent herbal remedies. It is used to treat flu and its
accompanying signs and symptoms. Like the other herbal products
mentioned above, Echinacea is accepted by health agencies all over the
globe.
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