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Medicinal herbs are among the oldest remedies humanity uses to care for health. Long before the emergence of modern medicine, herbs were the main tool for managing illnesses, relieving pain, and supporting the body.
Today people are turning to them again as a gentle alternative to chemical drugs – not only because they are natural, but also because they often act more comprehensively and place less burden on the body.
Although natural treatment offers many benefits, it is important to remember that herbs are not suitable for everyone and do not always replace conventional treatment. Some can affect the effects of medications, others are not recommended for children or pregnant women. Therefore, it is advisable to consult a doctor before you start using herbs regularly.
In this article you will find an overview of 64 illnesses and ailments together with herbs that can bring relief or support treatment.
Why give herbs a chance?
- They strengthen the immune system and the body’s natural defenses.
- They support the function of organs – liver, heart, digestion, and the nervous system.
- They have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects.
- They bring relief for milder ailments where strong drugs are not necessary.
- They are affordable and often can be grown at home.
64 illnesses and herbs that help
- Burns – aloe vera
- Stomach ulcers – aloe vera, licorice
- PMS (premenstrual syndrome) – chaste tree, evening primrose
- Atherosclerosis – garlic
- Type 2 diabetes – garlic, beans, cinnamon, Siberian ginseng, flax seeds, green tea
- Yeast infections – garlic, Canada goldenrod, lapacho
- Stress and anxiety – hops, kava kava, passionflower, valerian, chamomile, lavender
- Migraines – elecampane, coltsfoot
- Earaches – echinacea
- Stuffy nose and colds – echinacea, ginseng, ginger, black tea
- Flu – echinacea, elderberry
- Bronchitis – echinacea, pelargonium
- Cough – eucalyptus
- Bloating – fennel, dill
- Tinnitus – ginkgo biloba
- Alzheimer’s disease – ginkgo biloba, rosemary
- Allergies – chamomile
- Irritable bowel syndrome – mint, chamomile
- Eczema – chamomile, evening primrose oil, borage oil
- Poor digestion – mint, ginger, chamomile
- Heart and blood pressure – hawthorn, garlic, green tea
- Constipation – apples, psyllium, senna leaf
- High cholesterol – apples, cinnamon, cocoa, evening primrose oil
- Impotence – yohimbe
- Fatigue – cocoa, coffee, ginseng, rhodiola, black tea
- Acne – calendula, aloe vera, tea tree oil
- Menstrual cramps – raspberries, chaste tree, kava kava
- Insomnia – valerian, lemon balm, hops
- Diabetic ulcers – comfrey
- Asthma – coffee, tea, ephedra
- Skin infections – garlic, tea tree, echinacea
- Shingles – chili, cayenne pepper
- Arthritis – turmeric, willow, cat’s claw
- Bad breath – parsley
- Herpes – lemon balm, comfrey
- Athlete’s foot – tea tree oil
- Infections – echinacea, garlic, ginseng, astragalus
- Alcoholism – evening primrose, kudzu
- High blood pressure and sugar – fenugreek
- Sore throat – licorice
- Back pain – willow, thyme
- Canker sores – Canada goldenrod
- Gingivitis – green tea
- Toothache – willow, clove oil
- Nausea and morning sickness – ginger
- Dizziness – ginger, ginseng
- Hot flashes – black cohosh, red clover
- Varicose veins – blueberries, horse chestnut
- Diarrhea – blueberries, blackberries
- Supportive during cancer – garlic, turmeric, green tea, reishi mushrooms, pomegranate
- Depression – St. John’s wort
- Hay fever – nettle, elecampane
Summary
This overview shows that for most common illnesses there is a suitable herb that can bring relief or support the body during treatment. Herbs for illnesses are becoming an increasingly popular choice not only because of their effectiveness, but also because they help us connect more closely with nature.
However, remember that natural treatment has its limitations and it is always advisable to consult a specialist.
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