Common Herbs and their Uses

Common Herbs and their uses have been relied upon by many cultures through the centuries for their healing powers.

The herbal essential oils containing the medicinal properties go back to the ancient Egyptians whose priests routinely practiced herbal medicine.

Of course it is easier to get over the counter drugs, but finding common herbs and their uses for natural healing is becoming more and more popular, as people are starting to return to the basics.

Alfalfa

Medicinal Properties of Alfalfa.

• Natural Antibiotic
• Anti-tumor action
• Astringent
• Cholesterol Inhibitor
• Diuretic
• Vitamin K

Uses for Alfalfa

• Kidney Stones Home Remedies
• As a natural blood Thinner
• For boils
• zinc deficiency and anemia
• Symptoms of Menopause
• Bowel and digestive problems
• Gastric ulcers
• Urinary Tract Infections
• Hay Fever
• Arthritis
• Prostate problems
• Asthma Natural Remedies
• Stimulates milk supply in lactating mothers
• Relieves fluid retention and swelling.
  
  
  
  

Aloe - one of the more popular common herbs and their uses

Medicinal Properties of Aloe

• Antibacterial
• Natural Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-fungal
• Antiseptic
• Analgesic
• Circulatory Stimulant
• Digestive Aid
• Natural Laxative
  
  

Medicinal uses for Aloe Vera

• Burns
• Arthritis
• Diabetes
• Home Remedies High Blood Pressure
• Constipation
• Heartburn and Indigestion
• Candida Herbal remedies
• Removing warts
  
  
  
  
  

Anise

Medicinal Properties of Anise

• Antispasmodic
• diuretic
• expectorant
• anti-hysteric
• anti-rheumatic
• aperient
• carminative
• stimulant
• decongestant
• vermifuge
• digestive
  
  

Uses for Herbs - Anise

• Digestion
• Relieves chest congestion
• Eases hot flashes
• Relieves gas
  
  
  
  

Angelica

Medicinal Properties of Angelica

• Anti-spasmodic
• carminative
• Depurative
• Diaphoretic
• Digestive
• Hepatic
• Emmenagogue
• Expectorant
• Stimulant
• Stomachic
• diuretic
  
  

Uses for Herbs - Angelica

• Menstrual cramps
• Menopausal hot flushes
• Blood circulation
• Home Remedies for Psoriasis
• Arthritis
  
  
  
  
  

One of our favorite Common Herbs and their uses - Arnica

Medicinal Properties of Arnica

• Anti-inflammatory


• Analgesic
• Antibacterial
  
  

Uses for Herbs - Arnica

• Bruises
• Sunburn
• Muscle soreness and sprains
• Back ache
• Hemorrhoids
• Migraines and headaches
• Eczema
  
  
  
  

Astralagus

Medicinal Properties of Astragalus

• Antibacterial
• anti-inflammatory
• Natural Antioxidant
• antiviral
• diuretic
• immune system stimulant
  
  

Uses for the herb Astragalus

• Cancer
• Colds
• Appetite Loss
• Diarrhoea
• Fatigue
• Flu
• Heart Conditions
• HIV
  
  
  
  

Balm of Gilead

Medicinal Properties of Balm of Gilead

• Analgesic
• Anodyne
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antibacterial
• Depurative
  
  

Uses for Herbs and Balm of Gilead

• Abrasions
• Chest Infections
• Cuts
• Loosens Phlegm
• Rheumatoid arthritis
  
  
  
  
  

Basil

Medicinal Properties of Basil

• Antibacterial
• Anti-inflammatory
• Vitamin A
• Antioxidant
• Beta-carotene
• Magnesium Deficiency
• Iron Deficiency
• Calcium Deficiency
• Potassium Deficiency
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin k
  
  

Uses for the Herb Basil

• Home Remedies for Hair Loss
• Scalp Tonic
• Hair Conditioner
• Heart Problems
• Sinus Infections
• Exhaustion
• Flatulence
• Gout
• muscular aches
• Rheumatism
• Insect Bites
• Insect Repellent
  
  
  
  
  

Bearberry

Medicinal Properties of Bearberry

• Antiseptic
• Astringent
• Natural Diuretic
  
  

Uses for the herbs Bearberry

• Urinary infection
• Cystitis
• Thrush
• Candida
• Bed wetting
  
  
  
  
  

Betony

Medicinal Properties of Betony

• Antispasmodic
• Astringent
• Carminative
• Diuretic
• Manganese
• Alterate
• Antibacterial
• Antipyretic
• Antiseptic
  
  

Uses for the Herb Betony

• Stress
• Nerves
• Headaches
• Digestive Tonic
• Diarrhea
• Palpitations
• Bronchitis
• Asthma
• Natural Kidney Stones home remedies
  
  
  
  
  
  

Black Haw

Medicinal Properties of Black Haw

• Antispasmodic
  
  

Use for Black Haw

• Muscle Spasms
• Menstruation pain
• Morning sickness
  
  
  
  

Bladderwrack

Medicinal Properties of Bladderwrack

• Iodine
• Bromine
• Potassium
• Beta-carotene
  
  

Uses for Herbs - Bladderwrack

• Stimulates the thyroid gland
• Rheumatism and Arthritis
  
  
  
  
  

Borage

Medicinal Properties of Borage

• Anti-inflammatory
• Balsamic
  
  

Uses for Borage

• Sores
• Scratches
• Spots
• Eyewash
• Stress and tension headaches
• PMS
• Menopause symptoms

Burdock

Medicinal Properties of Burdock

• Diuretic
• Diaphoretic
• Blood purifyer
  
  

Uses for Burdock

• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Boils and abscesses
• Stimulates the digestive organs
• Dandruff
• Scalp Treatment
• Hair loss
  
  
  

Calendula

Medicinal Properties of Calendula

• Anti-fungal
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-microbial
• Antispasmodic
• Astringent
• Cholagogue
• Diaphoretic
• Emmenagogue
• Lymphatic
• Stimulant
• Aperient
• Vulnerary
  

Uses for Calendula

• Acne
• Abscesses and boils
• Burns and scalds
• Cancerous and skin ulcers
• Cradle Cap
• Cuts and open sores
• Lacerated wounds
• Nappy Rash
• Sunburn
• Sprains and wounds
• Warts
• Wasp and bee stings
• Gonorrhea
• Surpressed menstruation
• Vaginitis
• Sore Eyes
• Toothache

Cayenne

Medicinal Properties of Cayenne

• Anti-catarrhal
• Anti-emetic
• Anti-microbial
• Anti-spaasmodic
• Carminative
• Rubefacient
• Sialagogue
• Stimulant
  
  

Uses for Cayenne

• Abdominal Distention
• Colic
• Diarrhea and dysentery
• Dyspepsia
• Flatulent Colic

• Lumbago and Rheumatic pains
• Tired painful muscles

• Colds
• Hoarseness
• Tonsillitis

• Hysteria and Convulsions
• Nervous Depression

• Alopecia
• Chillblains

• Cocaine addiction
• Delirium Tremens

• Cholera
• Diptheria
• Typhus
• Yellow Fever

• Increased and more active circulation
• Nephritis
• Pyelitis
• Tongue Dry and Harsh
• Toothache
  
  
  
  
  

Camphor

Medicinal Properties of Camphor

• Antiseptic
• anti-irritant
• spasmolytic
• cuminative
• circulatory
• analeptic
• analgesic
  
  

Uses for Camphor

• Stiff muscles
• Decongestion
• Chapped lips
• Sinus infection Home Remedies
• Eye complaints
• Gout
• Insomnia
• Flatulence
• Rheumatism
  
  
  

Caraway

Medicinal Properties of Caraway

• Carminative
• Stomachic
• Spasmolytic
• Antimicrobial
• Anthelmintic
  
  

Uses for Caraway

• Soothes the digestive system
• Colic
• Flatulence
• Diarrhea
• Chest congestion
• Promotes production of breast milk in nursing mothers
• Worms
• Hiatus hernia
  
  
  
  
  

Cardamon

Medicinal Properties of Cardamon

• Expectorant
• Aphrodisiac
• Antispasmodic
• Antibacterial
• Antiviral
  
  

Medicinal Uses for the Herb Cardamon

• Stimulates a sluggish digestion
• Colic Remedies
• Flatulence
  
  
  
  

Catnip

Medicinal Properties for Catnip

• Antispasmodic
• Carminative
• Diaphoretic
• Sedative
  
  

Uses for Herbs - Catnip

• Dandruff
• Reduces swelling
• Helps for bags under the eyes
• Constipation
• Promotes sleep
• Toothache
• Reduces fever
  
  
  
  
  

Chamomile

Medicinal Properties of Chamomile

• Antibacterial
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antiseptic
• Antispasmodic
• Carminative
• Digestive aid
• Fever reducer
• Sedative
  
  

Uses for Chamomile

• Gastric irritation
• Sore throats
• Tonsillitis
• Relaxes digestive system
• Dyspepsia
• Colic
• Stimulates under active digestion
• Relaxes nervous system
• Painful periods
• Over-excitable children
• Diarrhea
• Haemorroids
• Insomnia
• Varicose Veins
• Home Remedies for Teething
• Nausea
  
  

Chickweed

Medicinal Properties of Chickweed

• cooling
• soothing
• anti-rheumatoid
  

Uses for the Herb Chickweed

• Obesity
• Constipation
• Eczema
• Bronchitis
• Asthma
• Psoriasis
• Rheumatic Pain
  
  
  
  
  

Common Herbs and their uses -I would use CINNAMON every day

Medicinal Properties of Cinnamon

• Anti-thrombotic
• Anti-sclerotic
• Anti-platelet
• Antiseptic
• Aphrodisiac
• Anti-clotting
• Anti-microbial
• Anti-emetic
• Expectorant
• Manganese
• Dietary Fiber
• Iron
• Calcium
• Antacid
  
  

What ailments can Cinnamon be used for?

• Arthritis
• Hair Loss
• Bladder infections
• Toothache
• Colds
• Colic
• Cholesterol
• Infertility
• Immune system
• Indigestion
• Heal Acne Naturally
• Skin infections
• Bad breath
• Cancer
• Fatigue
• Nausea and bloating
• Candida
• Aphrodisiac
• Chilblains
• Blood circulation
  
  
  
  
  

And this list of common herbs and their uses seems to go on and on and on!!

Clove

Medicinal Properties of the Clove

• Carminative
• Anodyne
• Anti-helmintic
• antiseptic
• antioxidant
  
  

Healthy uses for Cloves

• Bad breath
• Antiseptic wash
• Eyewash
• Toothache
• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Flatulence
• Diarrhea
• Worms
• Acne
• Morning sickness
  
  
  
  
  

Dandelion

Medicinal Properties of the Dandelion

• Sodium
• Calcium
• Potassium
• Laxative
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin C
• Iron
• Diuretic
• Tonic
• Stimulant to the urinary organs
  
  

Uses for the Dandelion

• Skin
• Liver and urinary systems
• Eczema
• diuretic
• Potassium Deficiency
• Sinus Infection Herbal Remedies
• Diabetes
• Headaches
• Improve bile flow
• Reduces inflammation in hepatitis and cirrhosis
• Gallstones
  
  
  
  
  

Devils Claw

Medicinal Properties of Devils Claw

• Pain relieving
• Anti-inflammatory
• Sedative
  
  

Uses for the Herb Devils Claw

• Arthritis
• Rheumatism
• Low back pain
  
  
  
  
  

Dong Quai

Medicinal Properties of Dong Quai

• Anti-allergenic
• Antispasmodic
• Diuretic
• Mild Laxative
• Muscle relaxant
• Vasodilator
  
  

Uses for Dong Quai

• Abscesses
• Blurred vision
• Heart palpitations
• Irregular menstruation
• Light headedness
• Menstrual pain
• Pallor
• Poor circulation
  
  
  
  
  

Some more Common Herbs and their uses.

Echinacea

Medicinal Properties of Echinacea

• antibacterial
• antiviral
• anti-allergenic
• antiseptic
• carminative
• lymphatic tonic
• immune stimulant
• natural anti-inflammatory

Uses for common Herbs - Echinacea

• Tonsillitis
• abscesses
• boils
• bronchitis
• pelvic infections
• sinus infection home remedies.
• candida herbal remedies.
• strengthens the immune system
• psoriasis
• herpes
• acne
• blood poisoning
• food poisoning
• flu
• kidney infection
• respiratory infection
• sore throat
• mononucleosis (the kissing disease)

Warning:   People who are allergic to ragweed can also cross-react to Echinacea.

Elberberry

Medicinal Properties of the Elderberry

• anti-inflammatory
• aperient
• cellular regenerating
• detoxicant
• diaphoretic
• digestive
• emetic
• emolient
• expectorant
• immuno-stimulant
• ophthalmic
• purgative
• salve for sores

Uses for Common Herbs - Elderberry

• flu
• Bronchitis
• Laxative
• Rheumatism
• Sinusitis
• Bruises
• Sprains
  
  
  
  

Eucalyptus

Medicinal Properties of Eucalyptus

• decongestant
• expectorant
• antibiotic
• analgesic
• anti-rheumatic
• antiseptic
• antispasmodic
• antiviral
• balsamic
• rubefacient
• vulnerary

Uses for Herbs - Eucalyptus

• sinus infection herbal remedy
• bath additive
• soothes muscles
• opens and cleanses pores
• bronchitis
• colds and flu
• bruises
• sprains
• asthma natural remedy
  
  
  
  

Eyebright

Medicinal Properties of Eyebright

• anti-catarrhal
• anti-inflammatory
• antiseptic
• astringent
• vitamins B,C,E
• copper
• selenium
• zinc

Uses for Herbs - Eyebright

• eye irritations
• hay fever
• measels
• tired eyes
• inflamed eyes
• conjunctivitis
• blepharitis
• sinus infections
• styes
• liver toxicity
  
  
  
  

Fennel

Medicinal Properties of Fennel

• anti-inflammatory
• anti-spasmodic
• hepatic
• diuretic
• choleretic

Uses for Herbs - Fennel

• Kidney stones
• gout home remedies
• hiccups
• nausea
• reverses alcohol damage to the liver
• Jaundice
• Colic
• Flatulence
• Worms
• Keeps fleas away
• eye wash
  
  
  

Feverfew

Medicinal Properties of Feverfew

• anti-inflammatory
• fever reliever
• antipyretic
• anti-cancer

Uses for Herbs - Feverfew

• arthritis
• gout home remedies
• rheumatism
• colds and flu
• headaches
• heartburn
• indigestion
• relaxes muscles
• prevents and relieves migraines
• dermatitis
• asthma natural remedy
  
  
  
  
  

Ginger

Medicinal Properties of Ginger

• antibacterial
• anti-coagulant
• anti-nausea
• antispasmodic
• antiviral
• carminative
• digestive aid
• expectorant
• immune system stimulant
• muscle relaxant

Uses for the herb Ginger

• mouthwash
• bronchitis
• headaches
• burns
• colds
• flu
• home remedies for high blood pressure
• high cholesterol
• liver conditions
• intestinal gas
• menstrual cramps
• motion sickness
• nausea
• stomach aches
  
  
  
  
  

Ginkgo

Medicinal Properties of Ginkgo

• antibacterial
• anti-inflammatory
• natural antioxidant
• circulatory stimulant
• antiseptic
• astringent
• digestive aid

Uses for Common Herbs and Ginkgo

• clotting disorders
• dementia
• depression
• erectile dysfunction
  
• headaches
• hearing loss
• Raynaud's Syndrome
• home remedies for tinnitus
• vascular diseases
• vertigo
  
  
  
  
  

Ginseng

Medicinal Properties of Ginseng

• antibacterial
• anti-depressant
• immune-system stimulant

Uses for Ginseng

• colds
• depression
• fatigue
• flu
• impaired immune system
• respiratory conditions
• stress
  
  
  
  
  

Goldenseal

Medicinal Properties of Golden Seal

• antacid
• antibacterial
• antifungal
• anti-inflammatory
• antiseptic
• astringent
• digestive aid
• stimulant

Uses for the herbs Golden Seal

• canker sores
• contact dermatitis
• diarrhoea
• eczema
• food poisoning
  
  
  
  

Hawthorne

Medicinal Properties of Hawthorne

• Diuretic
• antioxidant
• stabilises heart rate
• high blood pressure natural remedies
  
  

Uses for the Herb Hawthorne

• Feeds and strengthens heart muscles
• angina
• norlizing action on blood pressure
• varicose veins
• improves memory
  
  
  
  

Holy Basil

Medicinal Properties of Holy Basil

• analgesic
• sedative
• expectorant
• natural antibiotic
• disinfectant
• natural antioxidant
• vitamin C
• detoxifier
• diuretic

Use for Holy Basil

• mental clarity
• stress relief
• reduces anxiety
• reduces depression
• kidney stones home remedies
• heart disorder
• coughs and colds
• headaches
• asthma
• worms
• labor pain
• rabies
• whooping cough
• measles
• mumps
  
  
  
  

Still more Common Herbs and their uses!!

Hops

Medicinal Properties of Hops

• sedative
• hormonal
• antibacterial
• pain reliever
• relaxes spasms

Uses for Herbs - Hops

• Irritable bowel
• insomnia
• nervous tension
• greasy hair
• dandruff
• eczema
• enhances hair growth
• decreases the desire for alcohol consumption
• hangover prevention
• colic remedies
• insomnia
• nervous tension
  
  
  
  

Horse Chestnut

Medicinal Properties of Horse Chestnut

• lowers fever
• diuretic
• reduces local edema
• anti-inflammatory
• anti-aging
• boosts venous health

Uses for Horse Chestnut

• Leg vein health
• varicose veins
• phlebitis
• leg ulcers
• piles
• frostbite
  
  
  
  

Jasmine

Medicinal Properties of Jasmine

• anti-viral
• antibacterial
• astringent

Uses for Jasmine

• bath additive
• aching feet
• massage oil
• aphrodisiac
• conjunctivitis
• sunstroke
• breast cancer
  
  
  
  

Lavender

Medicinal Properties of Lavender

• antiseptic
• natural anti-inflammatory
• stimulates circulation
• spasmolytic
• lowers fever
• anti-depressant
• anti-dandruff
• analgesic
• deodorant
• vulnerary
• carminative
• emmenogogue
• rubefacient

Uses for Lavender

• aching muscles
• skin softener
• hair loss
• fatigue
• promotes sleep
• relieves exhaustion
• face wash for pimples
• gargle
• aftershave
• sinus
• headaches
• burns
• candida
• restless legs
• home remedies for psoriasis
• eczema
  
  
  
  

Lemon Balm

Medicinal Properties of Lemon Balm

• sedative
• anti-depressant
• antiviral
• antibacterial
• carminative
• antispasmodic
• promotes sweating

Uses for Lemon Balm

• skin blemishes
• lifts depression
• a calming herb
• sore throats
• colic
• heart spasms
• insomnia
• heart palpitations
• lowers blood pressure
  
  
  
  
  

Limeflowers

Medicinal Properties of Limeflowers

• antioxidant
• antispasmodic
• diuretic
• sedative

Uses for Limeflowers

• soothes anxiety and tension
• aids in sleep
• reduces high blood pressure
• over excited children
• headaches
• hysteria
• digestion
• muscle tension
• irregular heartbeat
• cellulitis
  
  
  
  

Liquorice

Medicinal Properties of Liquorice

• expectorant
• antacid
• spasmolytic
• anti-inflammatory
• anti-allergic
• estrogenic

Uses for Common Herbs - Liquorice

• arthritis and rheumatism
• chest infections
• gastric ulcers
• mild laxative
• relieves menopausal problems
• pre-menstrual stress
• sore throats
  
  
  

Marshmellow

Medicinal Properties for Marshmellow

• expectorant
• anti-inflammatory

Uses for Common Herbs such as Marshmellow

• wounds
• home remedies for teething
• toothache
• coughing
• insect bites
• laxative
• stomach ulcers
• sore throats
• bronchitis
• skin aging
• detangling and nourishing hair
  
  
  
  
  

Marjoram

Medicinal Properties of Marjoram

• antacid
• analgesic
• diuretic

Uses for Marjoram

• Tonsillitis
• flatulence
• anxiety
• calming of overexcited children
• bruising
  
  
  
  

Keep going .... still more common herbs and their uses.

Meadow Sweet

Medicinal Properties of Meadowsweet

• anti-inflammatory
• anti-fever
• benefits of aspirin
• diuretic
• analgesic

What ailments can Meadowsweet be used for?

• indigestion
• heartburn
• ulcers
• rheumatism
• arthritis
• diarrhea
  
  
  
  
  

Milk Thistle

Medicinal Properties of the Milk Thistle

• liver tonic
• diuretic
• stimulates lactation

Healthy uses for Milk Thistle

• natural home remedies for hangovers
• liver complaints
• hepatitis and cirrhosis
• gall stones
• minimizes effects of chemotherapy
  
  
  
  

Motherwort

Medicinal Properties of Motherwort

• antispasmodic
• astringent
• carminative
• calmative
• cardiac
• emmenagogue
• hepatic
• laxative
• nervine
• uterine stimulant

Uses for Motherwort

• female reproductive system
• strengthening action of the heart
• high blood pressure
• take after heart attacks
  
  
  
  
  

Myrrh

Medicinal Properties of Myrrh

• astringent
• carminative
• antiseptic
• expectorant
• rejuvenating
• anti-catarrhal
• Natural anti-inflammatory
• balsamic
• cictrisant
• vulnerary

Uses for common herbs - Myrrh

• mouth problems
• gingevitis
• ulcers
• abscesses
• tonsillitis
• cold stores
• spots
• boils
• sinus infection herbal remedies
  
  
  
  

Nasturtiums

Medicinal Properties of Nasturtium

• vulnerary
• demulcent
• antimicrobial
• antibacterial
• expectorant

Common Herbs and their Uses - Nasturtium

• astringent
• rinse for blond and red hair
• vitamin C
• Natural Antibiotic
• good for the skin
• colds and flu
• Home Remedies for Hair Loss or alopeci
• cystitis
  
  
  

Nettles

Medicinal Properties of Nettles

• Natural Antihistamine
• diuretic
• Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure
  
  

Uses for Common Herbs - Nettles

• arthritis
• stimulates hair growth
• blood purifier
• Acne Home Remedies
• stomach ulcers
• relives fluid retention
• prostate problems
• Gout Home Remedies
• hayfever
  
  
  

Nutmeg

Medicinal Properties of Nutmeg

• antispasmodic
• stimulates the mind
• analgesic
• anti-rheumatic
• antiseptic
  
  

Medicinal uses for Nutmeg

• aching joints
• stimulates the circulation
• aches and pains
• benefits the heart
• alzheimers
• improves memory
• aphrodisiac
• asthma
• toothache
• anxiety and depression
• impotence
• Home Remedies for Hangovers and liver conditions
• diarrohea
• dysentery
• indigestion
• Colic Remedies
• incontinence
• premature ejacualtion
  
  
  

Origanum

Medicinal Properties of Origanum

• anti-fungal
• antibacterial
• disinfectant
  
  

Uses for Herbs - Origanum

• aching muscles
• itchy scalp
• parasitic infections
• tonsillitis
• painful menstruation
• calms children
• bruising
• flatulence
• bloating
• anxiety
  
  
  

Oregon Grape

Medicinal Properties of Oregon Grape

• anti-inflammatory
• antibacterial
• Natural Antioxidant
• cholagogue
• hepatic
• laxative
  
  

Uses for Herbs - Oregon Grape

• bladder problems
• Home Remedies for Psoriasis
• diarrhea
• constipation
• jaundice
• hepatitis
• cirrhosis
• eczema
• Acne Home Remedies
• herpes
• gall bladder
  
  
  

Passion Flower

Medicinal Properties of Passion Flower

• sedative
• analgesic
• antispasmodic
• High Blood Pressure Natural Remedies
  
  

Uses for the herb Passion Flower

• insomnia
• muscle tension
• anxiety
• reduces spasms
• headaches
  
  
  

Parsley

Medicinal Properties of Parsley

• antiseptic
• antispasmodic
• digestive aid
• diuretic
• laxative
• muscle relaxant
  
  

Uses for Common Herbs and Parsley

• kidney cleanser
• eczema
• psoriasis
• sparkling eyes
• anemia
• antioxidant
• bad breath
• blood purifier
• diabetes
• diarrhea
• digestion
• diuretic
• fatigue
• gallstones
• Natural Gout Remedies
• immune booster
• insect bites
• liver conditions
• menstrual pain
• rheumatism
• high blood pressure
• Home Remedies for Restless Legs syndrome
• stimulates the production of breast milk
• PMS
  
  
  

Peppermint

Medicinal Properties of Peppermint

• antacid
• antibacterial
• antidepressant
• antispasmodic
• carminative expectorant
• muscle relaxant
• promotes sweating
  
  

Common Herbs and their uses -  Peppermint

• coughs
• Sinus Infection Home Remedies
• headaches
• candida
• heartburn
• indigestion
• reduces gas
• itching
• migraines
• morning sickness
• motion sickness
• nausea
• anxiety
• insomnia
  
  
  

Raspberry Leaf

Medicinal Properties of Raspberry Leaf

• astringent
• diuretic
• parturient
• uterine tonic
  
  

Uses for herbs -  Raspberry leaf

• female reproductive system
  
  
  

Red Clover

Medicinal Properties of Red Clover

• antifungal
• antispasmodic
• depurative
• diuretic
• expectorant
  
  

Uses for the Herb Red Clover

• acne
• eczema
• loosens phlegm
• menopause symptoms
  
  
  

Red Sage

Medicinal Properties of Red Sage

• disinfectant
• anti-microbial
• antibacterial
• astringent
  

Common Herbs and their uses - Red Sage

• cleanse and tone scalp
• darken hair
• spots
• blemishes
• stimulates blood circulation
• under arm wash
• colds and flu
• coughs

Rooibos

Medicinal Properties of Rooibos

• antioxidant
• anti-aging
• anti-carcinogenic
• antispasmodic
• sodium
• Magnesium Deficiency
• calcium
• Iron Deficiency
• Potassium Deficiency
• Zinc Deficiency
  
  

Medicinal Uses for Rooibos

• TB
• sore eyes
• diarrhea
• relaxes digestive system
• colic
• acne
• kidney stones home remedies
  
  
  

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Rosemary

Medicinal Properties of Rosemary

• antibacterial
• antidepressant
• anti-inflammatory
• antiseptic
• carminative
• circulatory stimulant
  
  

Herbal Healing and Rosemary

• healing astringent for skin and hair
• facial wash
• a good gargle
• scalp treatment
• candida herbal remedies
• sinus infection herbal remedies
• lifts the spirits
• bad breath
• dandruff
• eczema
• headaches
• indigestion
• joint inflammation
• mouth and throat infections
• muscle pain
• Home Remedies for Psoriasis
• rheumatoid arthritis
  
  
  

Rue

Medicinal Properties of Rue

• analgesic
• antispasmodic
• emmenagogue
• nervine
• rubefacient
• vermifuge
  
  

Common Herbs and their uses -  Rue

• colds and flu
• eyecare
• migraines
• arthritis
• varicose veins
• excellent for keeping flies away
  
  
  

Saw Palmetto

Medicinal Properties of Saw Palmetto

• sedative
• diuretic
• expectorant
• aphrodisiac
• tonic herb
  
  

Common herbs and their uses - Saw Palmetto

• urinary and reproductive system problems
• under developed breasts
• increase lactation
• reduce prostate symptoms
• hormone enhancer
• frequent urination
  
  
  

Sarsaparilla

Medicinal Properties of Sarsaparilla

• anti-inflammatory
• antibacterial
• antiviral
• appetite suppressor
• depurative tonic
• blood purifier
  
  

Herbal Healing with Sarsaparilla

• acne
• psoriasis
• dermatitis
• leprosy
• arthritis
• rheumatism
• syphilis
• STD's
  
  
  

St. John's Wort

Medicinal Properties of St John's Wort

• analgesic
• antibacterial
• antidepressant
• anti-inflammatory
• anti-viral
• astringent
  
  

Medicinal Uses for St John's Wort

• tired and aching muscles
• adds luster to hair
• arthritis
• gout and rheumatism
• nervous exhaustion 
• attention deficit disorder
• anxiety
• burns
• carpal tunnel syndrome
• depression
• menopause
  
  
  

Soap Wort

Medicinal Properties of Soapwort

• cholagogue
• depurative
• diaphoretic
• diuretic
• expectorant
• purgative
  
  

Uses for Common Herbs - Soapwort

• revitalizes damaged hair
• eczema
• skin rashes and heat rashes
• nappy rash
• hair conditioner
• itchy skin
• cancer
  
  
  

Tea Tree Oil

Medicinal Properties for Tea Tree Oil

• disinfectant
• anti-inflammatory
• analgesic
• diaphoretic
• expectorant
• balsamic
  
  

Common Herbs and their Uses -  Tea Tree oil

• acne
• head louse
• warts
• sunburn
• sores
• boils and abscesses
• nail fungus
• ringworm
• athletes foot
• dandruff
• scabies
  
  
  

Thyme

Medicinal Properties of Thyme

• astringent
• antiseptic
• anti-fungal
  
  

Medicinal Uses for Thyme

• deodorant
• aftershave lotion
• mouth and face wash
• deep cleanser
• problem skins
• hair rinse
• eczema
• psoriasis
• rashes
• Candida Herbal Remedies
• bronchitis
• colds and flu
• coughs
• heartburn and indigestion
• Home Remedies for Hair Loss
• dandruff
  
  
  

Tumeric

Medicinal Properties of Tumeric

• antiseptic
• antibacterial
• anti-inflammatory
• analgesic
  
  

What ailments can Tumeric be used for?

• alzheimers
• Home Remedies for Hangovers and liver detoxifier
• depression
• arthritis
• rheumatism
• psoriasis
• anti-inflammatory
• antiseptic
  
  
  

Watercress

Medicinal Properties of the Watercress

• diuretic
• expectorant
• astringent
• Magnesium Deficiency
• Iron Deficiency
• calcium
• iodine
• Potassium Deficiency
• sodium
  
  

Common Herbs and their Uses - Watercress

• astringent and ceansing
• freckles
• spots and blemishes
• thyroid
• greasy skin
• hair loss
• ulcers
• mouth problems
• acne
• hiccups
• anemia
• lactating mothers
  
  
  

White Willow

Medicinal Properties of White Willow

• mild analgesic
• anti-inflammatory
• anti-fever
  
  

Uses for White Willow

• rheumatism
• arthritis
• lowers temperatures
• abrasions
• cuts
• dysmehorrhea
• Natural Gout Remedies
• lupus
• osteoporisis
• weight loss
• fibromyalgia
  
  
  

Wild Lettuce

Medicinal Properties of Wild Lettuce

• analgesic
• anodyne
• antispasmodic
• cancer
• nervine
• psychedelic
• sedative
  
  

Uses for common herbs - Wild Lettuce

• Restless leg syndrome
• colic
• muscle cramps
• insomnia
  
  
  

Yellow Dock

Medicinal Properties of Yellow Dock

• purgative
• cholagogue
• laxative
• iron
  
  

Uses for  herbs - Yellow Dock

• acne
• skin problems
• cuts
• swellling
• rashes
• boils
• insect bites
• anemia
• syphilllis
• TB
  
  
  

Yarrow

Medicinal Properties of Yarrow

• astringent
• cholertic
• antibacterial
• antispasmodic
  
  

Common Herbs and their Uses - Yarrow

• colds and flu
• TB
• earache
• sore eyes
• headaches
• abscesses and boils
• improves blood circulation to the skin
• acne
• promotes perspiration
• lowers blood pressure
• varicose veins
• stimulates the appetite
• aids digestion
• measles
• nosebleeds
• female problems
  
  
  

IMPORTANT:  Always check with your medical practitioner before using any alternative medications.

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