Newly Discovered Herbs

Recent discoveries of new herbs have gotten me to talk even more about the newly discovered herbs. My interest in unique herbs has broadened, and so has my knowledge over the years.

I have not only had information on rare and commonly used herbs in print, but I have also conquered many experiments. Growing older and wiser has opened my mind to many avenues of life itself.

In time I learned about many unusual plants on my daily walks in the wild. I enjoy the sunny and beautiful days just as I do the dull, and rainy days.

I make my life comfortable, and happy in my way. Learning daily about something new is increasing my happiness.

I look forward to each day with a new beginning. New places and new experiences have shown me much more than I had expected.

Adventures are exciting and finding out about the different herbs has once again brought me to another level of knowledge about herbal plants.

What are your opinions on the uses of herbs?

Do you think herbs are useful to humans?

People had used herbs for centuries. Yet still, most people are not sure if they can use the different herbs. I know from personal experience that the use of herbs can be helpful if you know how, when, and which to use them. You get to know the side effects of each herb.

Herbs have had popularity in many kitchens and are slowly growing into daily use in many homes.

Times have changed and using various herbs and spices has become more useful for many health issues.

Those who are not sure can be enlightened by more research. It is never too late to learn about anything in life.

Herbs grow better in the wild without being destroyed by those who don't know about the specific plants.

Sometimes herbs can grow well in home gardens, provided the right type of soil is used. I have wild thyme planted in a herb garden close to my kitchen window.

I have noticed the differences in the colour of the leaves from the wild and when planted in my home garden.

An interesting change in colour in the leaves got me wondering why?

The wild thyme from the mountainous region is an adapted plant to that environment. When planted in a home garden the thyme sprouted new green leaves.

During the early nineties, I found out more about the Aloe plant. My dad was ill for a week with a peptic ulcer problem. He could not attend work. To their irritable feeling, my dad had to stay home.

The Aloe plant helped him tremendously. Aloe Vera has common names such as:

Cape, Aloe, and Barbados of the family Asphodelaceae.

The Aloe plant grows in South Africa, the Mediterranean, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

The thick inner middle part of the Aloe leaf is used.

I was amazed by the appearance of this part of the Aloe plant and so helpful to my dad's health problem.

Aloe Vera is used to treat sunburn, for keeping the skin moisturized, and keep acne at bay.

The commonly used Aloe plant in certain parts of the world is well-known to help with many common ailments. A few days later, my dad recovered successfully.

All herbs should be consumed with the necessary precautions taken.

Barberry

A herb grown in the Northern Hemisphere and the leaves of this plant are used for health issues

Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi)

Used as tea and is commonly used for urinary tract infections. The antiseptic property, it has makes it a useful plant.

Any herb taken must be in moderation, taken in high doses can allow for fatal issues. Through research, I came across Bilberry.

Bilberry (Vaccinium mytillus)

Bilberry is grown in the Northern Hemisphere. The leaves and the fruit are used from the Bilberry. European healers have used Bilberry for centuries and it has been a traditional medicine for common ailments.

A commonly used herb for stomach cramps, diarrhoea, and diabetes. Bilberry is used to prevent night blindness in this modern day. Years ago, Bilberry was used for varicose veins, bruising and haemorrhoids.

Anthocyanosides are present in Bilberry, a kind of flavonoid.

Boneset ( Eupatorium perfoliatum)

The most used names for the Boneset are Indian sage, feverwort, agueweed, and sweat plant. Native to North America. The Native Americans used Bonesets to induce sweating.

The herb was used for colds and flu, arthritis, indigestion, loss of appetite, constipation, cholera, dengue flu, typhoid and malaria.

• Even today, Boneset is used to treat common ailments including inflammations.
• If taken in high doses Boneset can be toxic.
• Avoid Boneset if you are pregnant.
• Always use it in moderation and with caution.
• Boswellia(Boswellia serrata)

The different names used are as follows:

• Indian frankincense
• Indian olibanum
• Dhup
• salai guggul

Boswellia is found in Africa and Asia.

Boswellia has been used for thousands of years in the Ayurvedic medicine system. Healers use Boswellia to treat asthma, fevers, heart problems, and rheumatism, and if diabetic then Boswellia would work for you.

In the time of today, the herb is used for inflammations and joint pain. Most of the herbs used in ancient times are no longer used for the same ailments.

What is Buchu?

• Surprisingly enough this herb grows in South Africa.
• The scientific name is Agathosma betulina
• Most common names are Buchu, boegoe, bucco, bookoo and diosma.
• The Buchu herb is used as a tonic.
• Used for the treatment of urinary tract infections.
• The plants were commonly used for kidney stones, gout, and for joint pain.

Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus)

• A herb used for the relief of premenstrual symptoms.
• You can take capsule form.
• My new adventures with herbs have increased by the day and I send my message across clearly.

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)

I did hear about the Milk Thistle, but had to know more!

The Milk Thistle is used for the protection of the liver. When you choose to take medication and consume alcohol often you don't think about your liver. Similarly, the Milk Thistle can protect the kidneys.

Use as directed.

I have come across new herbs such as the following:

Have you heard of Mullein?

Mullein

• The commonly used leaves of Mullein are used in a form of oil to massage for chest congestion.
• The leaves are usually used for the relief of coughs, for an irritable, or sore throat, and for earaches.
• The flower of the Mullein plant is used for the relief of earaches.
• When using the Mullein plant apply it in the following way:
• In a cup of boiling water add two leaves, and soak for at least ten minutes.
• Thereafter strain, sweeten to your choice and drink when warm.
• The oil can be used as directed for earaches.

When should you consume herbs?

• You can take herbs whenever you want to.
• When taken at the right times you will see good results.
• Of course, you shouldn't take sedative herbs in the morning.
• It works best for you if you know how to use the correct herbs.
• Sometimes herbs taken on an empty stomach can work better than after meals.
• Herbs are used to relieve allergies and many more kinds of illnesses.
• Herbs and spices have always been in my diet. I did not take much heed to all the spices until I understood the true meaning of each.