Picture | Name | Benefits | Used for what main issues | Common Side Effects |
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Sage | May Improve Brain function and memory May help deal with dental plaque May lower symptom of menopause May help reduce blood sugar May lower amount of bad cholesterol |
Various cancers Dental hygiene Dealing with hot flushes Type 2 diabetes |
Restlessness Dizziness Rapid heart rate Vomiting |
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Thyme | May help boost immunity May help boost your mood May help stop coughing May lower blood pressure |
In colds and flu Deal with vitamin A and C deficiency Antiseptic and mouthwash Managing high blood pressure |
Stomach upset Headache Dizziness |
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Parsley | A powerful antioxidants May help support bone health May slow the progression of cancer May help protect your eyes |
Management of cancer Treating osteoporosis Vitamin A deficiency Inflammation |
Increase skin sensitivity to sun May cause anemia if taken in large quantities |
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Cilantro | May help defend against illnesses from tainted food May help lower blood sugar May reduce symptoms of dementia and seizure attacks May be effective in reducing anxiety |
Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease Type 1 diabetes Defense against Salmonella in food Reduce panic attacks |
May slow blood clotting Some people may experience hives and facial swelling Itching when applied on the skin |
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Ginseng | May help reduce inflammation May improve the brain function May fight against oxidative stress in blood vessels May strengthen the immune system |
Erectile dysfunction Fight increased fatigue Enhance the immunity Enhance cognition |
sleep problems Rapid heartbeat Changes in blood sugar and pressure |
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Tarragon | May increase insulin sensitivity May help improve sleep patterns May help increase appetite It is a good pain reliever from inflammatory conditions |
Inhibiting growth of bacteria in stored food Reducing pain in osteoarthritis Reducing inflammation in the body Type 1 diabetes |
It may slow blood clotting Likely unsafe for long-term intake in expectant mothers Some people may have allergy to its components |
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Dill Weed | May help deal with vitamin deficiencies It is a powerful antioxidant May help deal with the heart disease |
Dealing with anemia Reducing inflammation from joint problems Heart disease |
Some people are allergic to the herb Itchy mouth Swollen red bumps on the tongue |
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Holy Basil | Helps Fight Infections Boosts Immunity Prevent Allergies and Nasal congestion |
Used to treat bronchitis Vomiting, nausea and diarrhea Its leaves with black pepper reduces symptoms of malaria |
It can cause low blood sugar if taken for long May cause liver problems in some people May slow blood clotting |
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Rosemary | It is a good source of Vitamin A, B6 and C Promotes hair growth It is a cognitive stimulant that improves memory and alertness Deals with digestion problems |
Treating indigestion, heartburn and loss of appetite Helps in enhancing hair growth and slowing down the progression of baldness Helps boost concentration Deals with inflammation |
May lead to stomach irritation May lead to the increase in menstrual bleeding Excessive intake may cause vomiting |
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Chamomile | May improve the sleep quality May boost immunity May alleviate the symptoms of cold and flu May reduce pain from periods and muscle spasms May help deal with anxiety and stress |
Treating insomnia and sleep apnea Enhancing recovery fro long-term illnesses Relief during menses Pain relief with muscle aches Enhance concentration in an exam or interview |
Some people have allergic reactions A burning feeling in the throat or tongue Mild skin irritation when applied to the skin |
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Lemon Balm | Helps deal with anxiety May deal with Insomnia May help deal with indigestion May help treat dementia and treat memory loss |
Treatment of cold sores Used to manage stress Helps calm nerves during |
Overly increased appetite Wheezing Stomachache and nausea |
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Lovage | May help with indigestion May help treat diabetes nephropathy May relieve symptoms of cough and flu |
Food and drink flavoring Fragrance in soaps and cosmetics Kidney issues from diabetes managing flu and cold |
Make increase sensitivity to the sun May cause uterine contractions before the due date |
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Sweet Marjoram | It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties Reduces the microbial activity in the gut May help regulate hormones and menstrual cycle May deal with digestive issues |
Treatment of inflammatory conditions like arthritis Indigestion Hormonal imbalance |
May cause skin or eye irritation Some people have allergic reactions Long term use may cause stomach problems |
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Lavender | May improve mood disorders May boost the quality of your sleep May sooth the lower abdomen during the menses It has inflammatory and antibacterial effects on skin |
Deals with anxiety Fighting acne Menstrual discomfort Insomnia |
Constipation Headache Increased appetite |
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Salad Burnet | Helps improve digestive health May help deal with mouth sores May enhance the hearing of burns and wounds |
Burns and cuts As a mouthwash Treatment of diarrhea |
Constipation with excessive intake | |
Chives | May deter cancer cells from growing Come with Vitamin K for enhanced bone density Has folate that helps improve memory |
Treatment of dementia and Alzheimer’s Osteoporosis Management of cancer |
Some people may have allergic reactions to its components such as sulfur Stomach upsets |
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Sorrel | May reduce pain and inflammation May open up nasal passages in colds May be used as a diuretic |
Management of edema Relieving symptoms of cold and flu Management of joint and muscle pain |
Stomach upsets Increased risk of kidney stones in large amounts |
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Winter Savory | May help reduce the sex drive May help treat intestinal disorders May bring relief to a sore throat |
Used as a tonic Treatment for flatulence and indigestion Colds and Flu |
A dry mouth if taken in large quantities | |
Violet | May help reduce the blood pressure May slow the growth of cancer cells May aid digestion May relief symptoms of colds and flu |
Colds and Flu Management of cancer Reducing inflammation Managing blood |
Stomach upset if taken in large quantities | |
Stevia | May help lower the blood pressure May help in weightloss May help in Type 2 diabetes May stimulate the heart rate |
High blood pressure Weight management Type 2 diabetes |
nausea Bloating dizziness Numbness if taken in high quantities |
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