Healing Herbs - Part 1

There are literally thousands of herbs that are used for healing around the world. Most herbs can be taken in capsule, tablet or liquid forms as well as in teas. Here are just five of some of the most popular healing herbs and instructions for using them. Of course, if you are pregnant or have serious health problems, be sure to talk to your doctor before using medicinal herbs.

1. Anise:

Eases hot flashes and other menopausal problems. Helps relieve gas.

Crush 1 tsp. of seeds and steep in boiling water to make a tea.

2. Chamomile:

Good for indigestion and gas and for easing sore throat.

Pour boiling water over 1-2 Tbsp. of herb and steep to make a tea.

3. Echinacea:

Strengthens the immune system.

Take 1/2 tsp. of tincture 3 times a day at the first sign of a cold. Or pour boiling water over 1/2 tsp. of coarsely powdered dried herb and steep to make a tea.

4. Fennel:

Eases hot flashes and other menopausal problems. Helps settle the stomach.

Crush 1-2 tsp. of seeds and steep in boiling water to make a tea.

5. Feverfew:

Helps prevent and relieve migraines.

Eat 2-3 fresh leaves a day.

Source: The Doctors Book of Food Remedies: The Newest Discoveries in the Power of Food to Treat and Prevent Health Problems-From Aging and Diabetes to Ulcers by Selene Yeager and the Editors of Prevention Health Books.