It’s fair to say that in this modern age of medicine we are pretty much sorted on the medicinal front. There is a pill or cure for pretty much any common ailment that can be bought over the counter at a pharmacy, but that doesn’t mean that some of the old fashioned, traditional remedies aren’t still worth knowing about. It can sometimes be nice to take a more holistic approach to things. These are 5 superb healing plants to keep in your home!
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1. Aloe Vera
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You will know the name from lots of different skincare and beauty products, and aloe vera is the perfect plant to grow at home for all of your cool soothing needs. It can do things like ease sunburn and skin irritation, and can even have benefits for psoriasis. All you have to do is snip off an aloe leaf and rub the gel end on to the area that you want to treat.
2. Lemon Balm
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Lemon balm is a member of the mint family and can fill your home up with a beautiful aroma. It has traditionally been used as a holistic form of stress and anxiety relief because its aroma has been proven to be able to induce a sense of calmness in your body. You can incorporate the leaves into things like teas, cocktails, salads, and potpourris.
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3. Lavender
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Your grandmother had all that lavender around for a reason! It might be synonymous with the elderly, but lavender can have positive effects on people of all ages. The aromas released by the purple plant have been proven to be able to have a helpful hand in getting you to sleep at night. Before you go to bed, simply take a few deep breaths of your lavender plant for a calming boost. You can also place cotton or muslin bags filled with lavender buds under your pillows.
4. Chilli
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You don’t need to tell me twice to eat spicy food, but if you are looking for a more health-oriented reason that just loving the burn, then chilli has actually been proven to have pain relieving properties! It can be great for people who suffer from things like arthritis, psoriasis, shingles, and even diabetic nerve pain.
5. Mint
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We all know that mint is a vital component of delicious mojitos, but in terms of its health benefits, it is really effective at reducing bloating! This makes it a really useful herb for people with things like irritable bowel syndrome and indigestion.
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