Herbs for Health

Where to Plant an Herb Garden

2007-02-13T18:49:00.000-08:00

Where to Plant an Herb Garden

If you want to plant an herb garden, you can either plant it in pots or planters or you can make a garden plot in your yard. If you have limited space in your yard or do not have one at all, the pots and planters will be a great place to start an indoor herb garden.

Whether you decide to grow in pots indoors or you have a plot outside, there are a few things to remember.

You need to be sure that your herbs are in a place where they get plenty of sunlight each day. If you keep them inside, make sure they are near a window with plenty of sunlight and if you have an outside garden, be sure to pick a plot that gets sun for at least 6-7 hours each day.

Also make sure that the soil is good and if not, you can add organic materials to make the soil more productive. Water is also essential to your herb garden, whether it gets rain outside or you are watering it inside.

Choosing Herbs to Grow

Making a choice on what herbs to grow in your herb garden will undoubtedly be somewhat based on your purpose for growing an herb garden. If you are growing the garden for medicinal purposes and special remedies, herbs to consider are aloe vera, ginger, chamomile, calendula and thyme.

If you are growing herbs for culinary use, you should consider growing herbs like basil, oregano, sage, marjoram, bay leaves, chives, parsley, mint and dill. If you want a decorative herb garden, you will want to pick the more attractive herbs like lavender, sage, rosemary, evening primrose, chamomile, hollyhock and lemon balm.

Herbs are both beautiful and very useful and having an herb garden will be a joy. You can have the pleasure of eating your herbs or just enjoying their simplistic beauty while you watch them grow. Whatever your reason is for starting an herb garden, you will undoubtedly find hours of pleasure and enjoyment in your herb garden.

Carol Stack has enjoyed gardening all her life. She lives with her husband, children, dogs, cats and chickens in the United States. They have a large property that keeps them busy with gardening chores. You can learn about landscaping, organic gardening, lawn care and more at Carol's Web site, http://www.howtogarden.info

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Herb Garden - Why and How to Grow Herbs by Carol Stack

2007-02-13T18:27:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for an inexpensive way to try out your green thumb, you may want to try growing an herb garden.

Herb gardens actually trace back to medieval times when monasteries and nunneries would use them to grow needed medicinal herbs and as time went on they were also used for culinary and decorative purposes.

Now herb gardens are making a comeback and many people are beginning to try their hand at growing these simple gardens.

Why Have a Herb Garden?

There are a variety of great reasons to have an herb garden including medicinal uses, culinary uses and decoration. For years, herbs have been used to improve health and there are various herbs that have been found to improve the health of the body as well as the health of the mind.

Growing herbs is much cheaper than purchasing them at your local supplement or nature store, so you can save money by having an herb garden.

Herbs are used for culinary purposes as well and, once again, it is much cheaper to grow your own herbs than it is to purchase fresh herbs at your local supermarket. Herbs make great additions to a variety of foods and enhance the taste without adding unneeded salt.

Another reason you may want to have an herb garden is for its decorative qualities. Herb gardens have long been used as decorative gardens and if you are just getting started at gardening, an herb garden can be a simple place to start.

Carol Stack has enjoyed gardening all her life. She lives with her husband, children, dogs, cats and chickens in the United States. They have a large property that keeps them busy with gardening chores. You can learn about landscaping, organic gardening, lawn care and more at Carol's Web site, http://www.howtogarden.info

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Herbs for Human Health ~ Acupunture (therapy)

2007-01-15T18:05:00.000-08:00

Acupuncture and acupressure are two non-drug therapies used as supplement or replacement to modern medicine. Its ease of practice had attract people to explore this method. Herbs, acupuncture, aromatherapy and massage therapy can all work as treatments to create a healthy body for both man and woman.

As we already known that herbs or herbal plants could provide nutritious and vitamins for human health, but not forgetting the benefits come from herbs through therapy ; Acupunture, acupressure, aromatherapy, touch and massage therapy.

Acupuncture is a method that originated in China over 5000 years ago. It is a holistic practice that believe to release blocked energy or “chi” in living beings. These energy lines circulate through 12 invisible energy lines known as meridians of the body. Each meridian is associated with a different organ system in your body so the needle insertions in each of these meridians reduce the respective disease on respective organs associated with that meridian point.
This method had attract crowd to explores the use of alternative medicine or herbal plants in order to improve human health.

Herbs for health care ~ Essential Oils (Ease Tense & Pressure)

2007-01-07T03:05:00.000-08:00

Essential Oils is one of the most popular herbs product. Its comes from several part of herbal plants which also we can described as herbs (referring to previous posting).

Below are a brief description of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy from Herbs :

Essential oils- pure essential oils come from nature; which are the essence of plants or herbal plants. They are droplets of fluid (like water) contained in leaves, flowers, bark, fruits or stems of different plants ( herbs ). Its give the plant its unique scent. It is volatile and easily transfer form liquid to gaseous at room temperature or higher. They can change in composition and location with a particular plant.

Aromatherpy (essential oils) is used to self-heal and soothe common health challenge and stress. It is however no means a replacement for the opinion of a licensed physician and should always be used with respect to get the benefits.

Nevertheless, it is important to use these oils thorough knowledge of their potency. Its definitely for human health care.

Health care ~ Aromatherapy

2007-01-07T03:02:00.000-08:00

Aromatherapy had been known as one of essential oil that helps to ease stress especially in massage all over the world. Aromatherapy actually is the controlled use of natural oils in the process of physical and emotional healing. It uses essential oils from trees, flowers, fruits, roots, berries and especially Herbs to treat emotional disorders such as stress, apprehension as well as other ailments and to encourage physical, mental and emotional wellness. Commonly the oils massaged into the skin in diluted form and even the oils placed in baths or just applied on and around body.

Herbs for health ~ Acupunture and Acupressure

2007-01-07T02:57:00.000-08:00

Acupuncture and acupressure are two non-drug therapies which are making their presence felt in the complementary medicine scene. Acupressure and reflexology are getting crowd because of ease of practice.

Herbalism, acupuncture, psychic healing, aromatherapy, touch therapy and massage therapy can all work with orthodox treatments to create a healthy body for both man and woman.

Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word derived from two roots: Ayur means life;d Veda which means knowledge. It has its roots in ancient vedic literature. Ayurveda, a system of diet, healing and health maintenance, probably the oldest science of life.

Herbs in General

2007-01-04T22:59:00.000-08:00

"Plants seed by God for human beneficiaries..."

The above phrase strongly recommend us that the benefits that human can get in the cycle of the nature. These days, we can see that more and more people are looking for a source of high quality herbal products. Most people are aware that organically grown food is free from exposure to harmful chemicals, but that is only one small part of what organic is about.

As herbal medicine grows in popularity, people worldwide are rediscovering the benefits of buying local food. It is definitely fresher than anything in the supermarket and that means it is tastier and more nutritious for health care. It is also economical and good for your local economy by buying directly from farmers and helps them stay in business.

Many of the herbs we carry are raised organically or wild crafted; others are blended by certified herbalists. Nevertheless these nutritious plants are a bit difficult to find products, especially in urban areas.

Thank You..

Herbs as Energy Booster

2007-01-02T21:58:00.000-08:00

Malaysia had been known through out Asian region as one of a tropical country that rich with its variety of fauna. Herbal plants can be easily found in this country and had been commercialized through drinks and even being eaten in their ordinary meal (especially during lunch or dinner).

Tongkat Ali (as recognized by Malaysians) also known as Long Jack is one of the famous herbs plant in South East Asia (especially Malaysia) that attract most of male users. This plants (roots) used as an energy booster; it’s been extract to be a traditional isotonic drinks and even proven to boost testosterone. A source from some research shows that Tongkat Ali ( Long Jack ) provide a 440% increase in testosterone. It’s also reported that LongJack extract has anti-fever effect. Whereas its had been widely used not even to the public but also to athletes.

Herbs brings Power and Protection...

2006-12-27T20:09:00.000-08:00

This is just another information i came across yesterday..
Its regarding the used of herbs in human spiritual believes..

Damiana: Used inlust infusions as well as lust spells.

Ebony: For protection and power.

Edelweiss: Believe to give invisibility and bulletproofing.

Eucalyptus: Its leaves used to stuff healing poppets and are carried to maintain good health.

Fern: Believed in rain making, Luck, Health, Eternal Youth, Protection, Riches and Exorcism.

Geranium: Calms and stabilizes emotions. Balances the mind and body. Astringent, good healing oil for all skin types.

Grass: Psychic power and protection

Herbs - History

2006-12-27T20:06:00.000-08:00

Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word derived from two roots: Ayur means life;d Veda which means knowledge. It has its roots in ancient vedic literature. Ayurveda, a system of diet, healing and health maintenance is probably the oldest science of life, just like Yoga practices.

Herbs - Acupunture

2006-12-27T20:02:00.000-08:00

Herbalism, acupuncture, psychic healing, aromatherapy, touch therapy and massage therapy can all work with orthodox treatments to create a healthy body for both man and woman.

Acupuncture and acupressure are two non-drug therapies which are making their presence felt in the complementary medicine scene. Acupressure and reflexology are getting crowd because of ease of practice.

Herbs History

2006-12-26T01:26:00.000-08:00

In the 17th century, the development of science, chemistry and technology together with the introduction of active chemical drugs led to the decline of herbalism, even though folk medicine still existed in the home and small villages. By the end of the 19th and into the 20th centuries, orthodox medicine had pushed homeopathic ( a complementary disease treatment system in which a patient is given minute doses of natural drugs that in larger doses would produce symptoms of the disease itself ) medicine further from the mainstream.

Herbs History

2006-12-26T00:12:00.000-08:00

Herbs have been used and studied since prehistoric mankind. 5000 years ago, the Sumerians kept the first written record of herbs usage. In 2700 B.C., the Chinese wrote their first herbs book listing over 365 medicinal herb plants with their benefits and uses. Herbs were also mentioned in the medicinal practices and the Old Testament of ancient Greeks and Romans rose from herbalism. While the first European book on herbs dates from the first century A.D which refers to more than 500 herbal plants.

Tips in Retaining Herbs Contents; Resend

2006-12-24T00:14:00.000-08:00

Tips and Information in Retaining Herbs Capability

This is some of the findings of the very best herbs information discovered on the net…

- Dried herbs are stronger but not tastier than fresh herbs

- Cut the leaves into fine particles. The finer you cut, the cut surfaces exposed, the more flavor and ingredients released

- Use the plants sparely until you are suit to its strength.

- Flavoring of herbs will lost by extended cooking

- Freezing the plants especially in ziplock bags is often the best way in retaining the flavor

- Catnip is a fragrant herb. It also makes delicious tea. You should try…

- Place cooled chamomile tea bags on your eyes and relax… Its soothed it
irritated eyes

- Refreshing herbs for bath : basil, rosemary, mint, pine and thyme

- If you had a cold or flu, switch from coffee to tea. Its have antibacterial and antiviral properties

- Soybeans been found to prevent oral cancers. Research made also found that its lowers the levels of colon, breast and prostate cancer.

- If you experience any unusual or adverse reactions to any herbal plants or products stop using it and consult your doctor or pharmacists!

- Its interesting isn’t it? It’s a gift from the nature…

Herbs for Human Benefits

2006-12-24T00:08:00.000-08:00

This is a list of some of the herbs that I have found, which mostly believe to bring spiritual energy to human. (not just for Human health care)

Almond:
Money, Prosperity, Wisdom

Amber:
Love, Properity and Calm. Transforms negative energy to positive. Attracts loving, faithful emotions and prosperity.

Amaranth:
Healing. A crown of amaranth flowers worn on the head speeds healing.

Avocado:
Promotes love and lust. Good when used as a beauty mask.

Bean:
Protection, reconciliation, exorcism, wart charming, love and potency.

Caper:
Luck, lust and potency

Cinnamon:,
Protection and physic awareness. Attracts money and “security”. For medicinal uses, also good for colds, flu, headache, toothache and sore muscles.

Herbs for Human ~ Spiritual Energy

2006-12-23T23:58:00.000-08:00

This is the second part of herbs and its benefits to people… Some believe its brings us luck.. how about you..?

Dill:
Common name for an annual or biennial herb of the parsley family.

Sorrel:
Garden sorrel or sour dock, is a perennial herb and common name for certain low-growing plants of the dock genus.

Catnip:
A common weed in North America. The sharp fragrance is a common name for a hardy perennial herb of the mint family.

Lavender:
Lavender is a common name for any of a genus of fragrant herbs and shrubs (Mint).

Sweet Woodruff:
Common name for a perennial herb (one that lives for at least three years)

Mayapple:
Common name for a genus of plants of the barberry family. Mayaple known as perennial herb.

Borage:
Borage is a common name for a large, widely distributed family of flowering plants (Mint) and for its representative genus.

Agrimony:
As a protection. Used in all protection sachets and spells, also to banish negative energies and spirits.

Alfalfa:
Also believed to give prosperity, Money. Keep in the home to protect from hunger or poverty.

If you can see some of the herbs listed above are not just useful for medicinal purposes or human health care but also believe to bring protection and prosperity.

I will further brief about this in the next posting… Herbs for Human Health

Medicinal Herbs

2006-12-23T23:55:00.000-08:00

I went through some articles recently and I would like to share some valuable information to the good of mankind…

The common used herbs and its benefits to us…..

Medicinal Herbs

Ephedra:
Also known as Ma Huang, Sea Grape, Yellow Horse and Popotillo. Widely used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Feverfew:
An aromatic herb that once used as traditional remedy for fevers and gynecological problems. Also known as feather foil.

Balm:
Common name for a fragrant and Mint (perennial herb).

Hyssop:
Common name for any of a genus of small perennial herbs (Mint)

Lemon Balm:
A culinary and medicinal herb; member of the mint family. Also known as bee herb or sweet balm.

Basil:
Basil is a sweet herb used for fragrance and as a seasoning for food. Basil is a common name for any of a genus of plants of the mint family.

Wild Bergamot:
A culinary herb; a member of the mint family.

Wild Chamomile:
A culinary herb with daisy like flowers that are dried and brewed as a soothing tea reputed to aid indigestion, calm muscle spasms.

Chervil:
Common name for an aromatic annual herb of the parsley family.

These are only some of them, I’ll get more herbs information so we could share together not just for the good of human health care but also for knowledge..

Herbal plants

2006-12-23T23:53:00.000-08:00

** When selecting fresh herbs, do aware that herbs are best when harvested in morning…

Below are some of herbs name that start with the capital A…

- Abalone
- Abcess Root
- Abrus
- Acacia
- Acidophilus
- Aconite
- Acryanthe Root
- Adonis
- Agar – Agar
- Agrimony
- Ajmud
- Ajuga
- Alaria
- Alfalfa
- Alkanet
- Allspice
- Almond
- Aloe
- Amalaki
- Amber
- Ambrosia
- Ampelopsis
- Amomum
- Anaphalis
- Angelica
- Annatto
- Apple
- Apricot

These examples are some of the name of herbs all around the world, not including their functions and benefits such for human health care or spiritual energies..

Tips for Fresh Herbs

2006-12-22T23:57:00.000-08:00

Tips and Information in Retaining Herbs Capability

Dried herbs are stronger but not tastier than fresh herbs
Cut the leaves into fine particles. The finer you cut, the cut surfaces exposed, the more flavor and ingredients released
Use the plants sparely until you are suit to its strength.
Flavoring of herbs will lost by extended cooking
Freezing the plants especially in ziplock bags is often the best way in retaining the flavor
Catnip is a fragrant herb. It also makes delicious tea. You should try…
Place cooled chamomile tea bags on your eyes and relax… Its soothed it
irritated eyes
Refreshing herbs for bath : basil, rosemary, mint, pine and thyme
If you had a cold or flu, switch from coffee to tea. Its have antibacterial and antiviral properties
Soybeans been found to prevent oral cancers. Research made also found that its lowers the levels of colon, breast and prostate cancer.
If you experience any unusual or adverse reactions to any herbal plants or products stop using it and consult your doctor or pharmacists!
Its interesting isn’t it? It’s a gift from the nature…
This is some of the findings of the very best herbs information discovered on the net…

Preservation of Herbs Nutritional Values

2006-12-22T23:52:00.000-08:00

As we can see, people nowadays didn’t have to go out of town to get fresh herbs from farms. Of course there were a lot of sources that we can get fresh herbs even in the smallest supermarket in town. But how could you sustain the freshness of the plants after you bought it? Wondering?

Of course we know that the store that you purchase it give their best in making the herbs fresh until its reach your home..

Actually, there are some factors we must consider in protecting the quality of herbs. Please be very careful with the storage of herbs to preserve the purpose of the herb. Essential factors for storage are:

Light
Temperature
Air Humidity
Crushing size

Its common sense, is it? This can preserve and maintain the quality and nutritional values of the plants so that we can fully benefits from it. Its for Human health care.. :P

Herbal Plants for Human Health

2006-12-21T16:11:00.000-08:00

The active substances of a medicinal herb are not evenly contained in all parts of a plant. Sometimes, they were found only in the flowers, leaves or roots, even in seeds, fruits or bark! Some herbalists also translate that herbs is a certain parts of a plant that produce vitamins or nutritious as a remedies to health problems.

Just to sustain the knowledge of this, below are some examples of frequently used medicinal herbs (part of the herbal plant that benefits us):-

Flowers : Camomile (essential oil – inflammatory diseases of gastro-intestinal tract)
Leaves : Sage (substances – antibacterial effects)
Roots : Valerian (tranquilizing and somniferous substances)
Seeds : Psyllium seed (swelling substances for digestion in external layers of seeds)
Fruits : Fennel (essential oils – bronchial catarrh and digestive disorders)
Bark : Oak bark (anti inflammatory substances)

There are a lot of ways that we can benefits from herbs. Some of the ways it can be used:

• As a medicine
• Cooking (spice)
• Fertility
• Soothing topical
• Refreshing drinks (tea)
• Sexual stimulant
• Mood manipulate application
• Energy stimulant
• And lots more…. All for our health care

Herbs for Human

2006-12-21T01:33:00.000-08:00

Herbal, psychic healing, aromatherapy, acupuncture, massage and touch therapy can all work with orthodox treatments in creating a healthy human body.

Back to what we are focusing; Herbs….

Herbs had been categorized into various categories depends on its function and capability:

Culinary Herbs:

Basil
Bergamot
Borage
Bread
Caraway
Chamomile
Chervil
Cicely
Coriander
Cress
Dill
Docks
Fennel
Lemon Balm
Marjoram
Mint
Mustards
Parsley
Rosemary
Sage
Spearmint
Summer Savory
Sweet woodruff
Tarragon
Wild Bergamot

Fragrant Herbs:

Catnip
Lavender
Sweet woodruff

Medicinal Herbs:

Aconites
Balm
Coriander
Digitalis
Ephedra
Feverfew
Henbane
Horehound
Hyssop
Lemon Balm
Santolina
Woundworts

Above are some of the examples (main concern) which herbs had been categories by some herbalists. There still a lot that we actually can get from this plants not just for human health care…

Herbs as a Nutritious food

2006-12-21T01:04:00.000-08:00

Did you ever notice that herbs that breed around us contain nutritious which provides us
a healthy source of food? If you have lack of info, then lets we shared the knowledge & benefits from the plant. Pennywort is one of the examples that commonly used by people
around the world (especially South East Asia) as a additional nutritious herbs in their meals.

Pennywort

Pennywort usually growth in the continent of Asia & East Africa most likely in India, Sri Lanka & Madagascar. Its then broaden to South East Asia such as Malaysia, Pakistan, China, Japan, West Indies, South America and Australia. This plant rapidly growth in wet area that close to water sources (riverside). Most of these species growth within open area; nevertheless some of them did need moderate covered.They growth widely on earth surface with roots within its trunk. Its brain shapes leaves divided into smooth or serrated surfaces at its end with 3 to 5 cm wide. While its trunk can grow up to 15cm depends on its cultivar’s, fertility & density. It has 3 to 4 flowers with white or pink petal.
It also has flat fruits with 3mm like chili seeds. There are actually 3 types of pennywort; Centella asiatica, Merremia emarginata and Hydrocotyle spp. The Centella asiatica species were known better because of its medicinal benefits and had always used as remedies to various health problems.

Pennywort contains a variety of active substance such as triterpenoid glycosides (especially asiaticosida, Asiatic, Madecassic and madicassosida), flavenoids (Caemferol and quercetin), volatile oils (vallerin, camphor, cineole and plant sterols such campesterol, stigmasterol and sitosterol), pekyin, amino acid, alkaloid hydrocotyline, myositol, bramic acid, centellic, isobrahmic and betulic acid. In Asia especially Malaysia, pennywort are widely used as mind refreshing tonic, juice drink to chill body temperature or even eaten freshly with rice or any meals.

This is only one of the examples. There’s still a lot of herbal plant that can provides natural vitamins or energy for Human health care

Herbs for Health care ~ The Use of Natural Herbs(Medicinal)

2006-12-19T21:49:00.000-08:00

The use of natural herbs offer a wide range of valuable treatments of ailments. Most chemical drugs have a whole list of side effects, but not with natural herbs and vitamins if taken as directed and after consulting a physician. Herbs gives variety of benefits to man and woman through medical.

These are some of the valuable treatments for Human Health we can get from Herbs:

Allergy Supplements
Anti-inflammatory
Herbs Antioxidants Breath
Cholesterol Control
Cold and Flu
Cough
Diabetic Support
Dry Mouthand Eye
SupportFever Formulas
Help Hair Growing
Skin & Nail Beauty Care
Kidney, Urinary and Lung Support Formulas
Pain Relief
ACne & Skin Support
Weight Control

These just some examples. There are more that herbs can provides us especially through medical.

Herbs ~ Healthy Plant

2006-12-19T21:28:00.000-08:00

Herbs had been categorized by some herbalist, depends on its nutritious and benifits to human being. Some used for medical purposes, some for fragrance, cooking or even gardenings.

People always sought help through the herbs, because herbs are natural sources; unlike medications that produce countless side effects, herbs can realign the body's defenses, helping it to heal itself with no side effects.Herbs are natural remedies. Herbs were always the natural medicines for the human being.

Herbs take up substances from the earth and convert them into vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, proteins and fats that our bodies use for nourishment and healing. By using the whole plants or herbs, we take in all the vital ingredients they carry.Herbs work synergistically, so combining them enhances each herb's properties, helping to bring greater healing to the body.

Herbs are perceived to have varying combinations of qualities and degrees of each quality, too. Herbs can be both heating and drying, or heating and moistening. It can be cooling and drying. The way in which these qualities are assigned to plants is really very simple. Heating herbs are believed to produce warmth in the body.Cooling herbs, on the other hand, are those which healers believe take heat away from the body, or from some part of the body.

Whether an herb is classified as moistening or drying depends on its individual properties. Herb that has been observed to increase urination, is considered drying. Any astringent herb, such as oak bark is also called drying. Usually the aromatics (like anise or caraway) are thought of as drying.

Herbs for Health

2006-12-19T01:18:00.000-08:00

Herbs, in botany are a soft-tissue plant that does not develop permanent woody tissues on ground surface. Such plants may be annual, biennial or perennial. Herbaceous plants are generally considered to include soft-tissue angiosperms or flowering plants but may also include the ferns, club mosses and horsetails.

The term herb is applied by pharmacists and herbalists to any plant part that has medicinal properties or nutritious especially for human being eiher used for human health care or as energy supplements. Herb parts, such its leaves that are used as food or seasonings are called culinary herbs or potherbs. It’s also known as medicinal and culinary herbs. The terms culinary were used to show that people used to boiled herbs to get its nutrition, instead of eating it fresh.

At the same hand, the traditional definition of herb is a non-woody (plant with no trunk) plant that dies down to the ground after flowering. Nevertheless, herb is often used to describe a plant of which any of its part is used for medical propose and nutritional value. Herbs originally had been used & studied all over the world since pre-historic mankind.

Some of pharmacists also defined herbs as a large number of plants used as remedial agents in medicine are the natural and original remedies in treating disease.

Herbs for Human Health

2006-12-18T00:52:00.000-08:00

Good Day...

In this Blog :~ Herbs for Health, you can find out massive information and explores how herbal plants around the world provides nutritious for human health care and even believe to have spiritual energies for the good of man and woman health. Herbs had been used as remedies for medicinal, culinary or fragrance for centuries. Herbs is for Health...

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