Medicinal plants have been utilized throughout all of human history. The use of certain plants to treat illness and disease is widespread among many non-industrialized civilizations, and is oftentimes more affordable than purchasing pricey pharmaceutical drugs. We’ve gathered some common medicinal plants that you can grow in your own backyard!
Milk Thistle
- #1 recommended natural herb for liver health
- Powerful antioxidant
- Anti—inflammatory
- Helps indigestion
- Anticarcinogenic
- Lowers cholesterol levels
Catnip
- Mild sedative
- Antispasmodic
- Mild anesthetic
- Mild antibiotic
- Anti—fungal
- Diuretic
- Carminative
Sage
- Anti—bacterial
- Anti—fungal
- Anti—inflammatory
- Antiseptic
- Aids digestion
- Improves memory
- Relieves muscle spasms
- Relaxant
- Anti—anxiety
Dandelion
- Promotes digestion
- Diuretic
- Improves liver functions
- Antioxidants
- Helps regulate blood sugar
- Anti—inflammatory
- Boosts immune function
Echinacea
- Antiseptic
- Stimulates immune system
- Mild antibiotic
- Bacteriostatic
- Antiviral
- Anti—fungal
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