10 Medicinal Plants, Herbs and Spices to always keep at your Home

Plants, herbs, and spices have always been an essential part of your daily life, ever since life came on this earth. We have been using these plants, herbs, and spices as our home remedies. These plants, herbs, and spices are easily available in your home and market and you can also plant them in your garden too. 

 Medicinal Plants, Herbs and Spices

So if you're looking for some herbs, spices, and plants, and their medicinal uses, then you have come to the right place. In this blog, I'll let you know 10 Medicinal Plants, Herbs, and Spices to always keep at your Home. 

Here is the list of 10 Medicinal Plants and Herbs:

1. Tulsi

Tulsi

 

Tulsi has a special place in Ayurveda as well as the home of Hindus in India. It is considered sacred by Hindus and worshipped by them. It has always been a queen of medicinal plants and immunity booster. Its strong aroma and works as an anti-bacterial. 

Tulsi leaves are rich in vitamins A, C, and K and minerals like calcium, magnesium, iron, and potassium. It also has a good amount of protein and fiber.

• Treats cough 
• Anti-caner
• Promotes longer life
• Good for hair loss and heart disease

You can add Tulsi leaves to your tea and healthy drink (kadha). 

2. Cloves

Cloves

Cloves are the most aromatic spices in your kitchen. They are high in analgesic properties and antioxidants including eugenol, which can help in reducing oxidative stress. 

• Reduce body pain
• Regulates blood sugar level
• Good for cold
• Improves liver health

3. Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is one of the important plants in your garden. It has a major component of many skin care products. It can be used for treating skin conditions like sunburns and zits.  

• Treats skin problem
• Treats Diabetes
• Good for digestion system

4. Garlic 

Garlic

Garlic is been known for fighting various infections. It has strong anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Garlic also contains vast amounts of allicin, Vitamin C, B1 & B6, Maganese, Iron, Potassium, and Phosphorus. 

• Regulates blood sugar level
• Reduces cholesterol and blood pressure
• Improves Heart & Bone Health
• Treats cold and flu

5. Ginger 

Ginger

Ginger has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative properties. You can have ginger in cooked veggies, dessert, and drinks as well. 

• Treats cold and nausea
• Osteoarthritis
• Muscle pain
• Control blood pressure

6. Basil 

Basil

Basil is an herb. It contains various chemicals that help in getting rid of intestinal worms. Basil is also a good source of vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron. This herb can be used as a mild sedative for medicinal purposes.

• Promotes blood circulation
• Reduce Acne
• Kidney disorders
• Treats bloating

6. Turmeric 

Turmeric

Turmeric plays a vital role in Indian cuisine. It contains a chemical substance like curcumin, which gives this herb antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties for medicinal purposes.

• Alzheimer
• Cancer
• Slow aging
• Reduces body pain 

7. Mint

Mint

Mint is the most freshly fragrant medicinal plant that serves a wide variety of medicinal purposes. You can plant this plant in your home garden. It has also the ability to repel pests and insects which will clean and pure the environment of your home.

• Keeps a healthy digestive system
• Boosts immunity
• Best of respiratory health
• Keeps mosquitoes away

8. Cinnamon 

Cinnamon

Besides its culinary use, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthy spice. Cinnamon is a spice that is made from the inner bark of trees which is scientifically known as Cinnamomum. It contains large amounts of highly potent polyphenol antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. 

• Treats diabetes due to the presence of insulin
• Reduce the risk of heart diseases
• Helps in fighting with fungal infections and bacteria
• Controls Blood pressure and cholesterol levels

9. Coriander

Coriander

Coriander or dhania is an important ingredient of an Indian kitchen. Both leaves and seeds are beneficial for your health. It adds a distinct flavor to your food and also it has a wide variety of medicinal properties.

• Antioxidants
• Improves digestion
• Cures urine retention
• Treats acne and regulates menstrual cycles

10. Gooseberry

Gooseberry

Gooseberry or amla fruit is a rich source of ascorbic acid, flavonols, chemicals, and fiber which offers several health benefits. The high concentration of vitamin C helps the body recover from illness. You can add boiled amla berries to your routine diet.

• Good for hair problems
• Remedy for constipation and swellings
• Diabetes control
• Makes eyes healthier
• Improves digestion

In short, Amla is rich fruit that you should always include in your diet for a healthy lifestyle.

So these are 10 Medicinal Plants, Herbs, and Spices to always keep at your home.

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