Mint and its amazing healing powers

How refreshing

So, besides making your breath fresher, what else does mint do?

Digestive:  Indegestion, cramps, and morning sickness are all treatable with fresh mint juice.  It can also be used to treat irritable bowl syndrome.  Mint is also effective at treating diarrhea when the oils from the plant are used.

Skin:  Mint oil can be applied to pimples, skin rashes, sunburn, and bug bites.  The oils from mint leaves can also relieve hemorrhoid pain.

Respiratory:  Fresh mint clears out the sinuses and even helps with asthma and bronchitis.  Mint is an ingredient in many cough drops and cough medicines because it helps relieve a soar throat.

Women's Health:  Mint extract can be taken prior to and leading up to menstruation to lessen painful cramps.

Joints:  Mint oil can be applied topically to relieve the symptoms of arthritis.

Mint oil is an effective antiseptic!

Mint is native to temperate Europe.  The ancient Romans and Greeks knew of the medicinal qualities of mint.    Ancient Greek physician Saufarsats included it in the use of several carminative medicines.  Even ancient Chinese and Japanese physicians were familiar with this spice!

Although the health benefits of mint are every bit as astounding as the freshness it leaves behind, mint also has an impressive nutrient profile.  Mint is rich in minerals, contains vitamin D, vitamin E, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin B3.  About 50% of the composition of the plant's oils is menthol.

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Fig leaves, just as healthy as the figs themselves

Figs are a healthy and delicious natural snack, but did you know that the leaves of a fig tree are also edible and may even have more positive impacts then the fruit for which the tree is named?

Here is a list of health benefits of consuming both figs and fig leaves.

1. Ulcer remedy:  Chewing and eating fig leaves is a popular natural means of treating ulcers.
2. Fiber rich:  Figs are full of fiber which helps lower cholesterol, removes waste from the body, and even may have a laxative effect.
3. Treats diabetes:  Studies have shown that consuming fig leaves could lessen the amount of insulin needed by diabetics.
4. Packed with antioxidants:  A study concluded that by consuming just two medium dried figs can substantially increase the amount of antioxidant activity in the body.
5. Lower triglycerides:  When the body produces too many triglycerides, there is a heightened risk of obesity and heart disease.  According to research, fig leaves can help lower triglyceride levels.
6. Potassium rich:  Potassium helps to manage blood pressure and other important bodily functions and is a nutrient many people are deficient in.  Eating figs is an excellent way to up your potassium levels.
7. Bronchitis remedy:  Fig leaf tea is a popular home remedy for bronchitis and other lung ailments such as asthma.

Source http://www.healthdiaries.com/eatthis/8-health-benefits-of-figs-and-fig-leaves.html

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Uses of Garlic:

• High cholesterol
• Athlete's Foot
• Poor Digestion
• Low Energy
• Blood Sugar
• Blood Cholesterol
• Colon Cancer
• Chronic Bronchitis (aint no body got time for that)
• Yeast Infections
• Respiratory Problems
• Boosts the Immune system
• Increases Absorption of iron and zinc.
• Natural cough treatment
• Antioxidants
• Breast Cancer
• Cold and Flu
• Leukemia
• Anti - fungal
• Vaginitis
• Toothaches
• Warts
• Stomach
• Diabetes
• Parasites
• and Allergies!

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Echinacea has been known to help treat: Upper respiratory infection - Enlarged lymph glands - Colds - Coughs - Flu - Urinary tract infection - Skin Regeneration - Yeast infection - Skin infections - Ear infections - Hay fever - Bronchitis - Sinusitis - Sore throat - Psoriasis - Eczema - Candida - Herpes - Sunburn and even wounds. A lot of stuff! Isn't nature fun!?