Medication is available for every ailment. You may go for diagnostic tests and OTC medicines. But your inactive lifestyle can make you unhealthier.

Have you ever considered planting medicinal herbs in your backyard? They have healing properties and no side effects. Let us know about them.

Mint

Peppermint or mint is truly versatile. Mint tea treats seasonal allergies, sore throat and winter cold. Mint brings relief from heartburn, acid reflux, stomach ulcers, and irritable bowels. Make the most of mint as toothpaste, candies, and beauty products.

Parsley

Parsley herb is not just for food garnishing, it has a natural substance that suppresses breast cancer cells. Women struggling with urinary tract infection (UTI) can consume parsley for relief. Do you know parsley in meals prevents serious ailments like gastric problems, diabetes?

Holy Basil

Holy Basil or Tulsi is a sacred herb. It promotes immunity and fights free radical damage. It also reduces bad cholesterol. Sip basil tea to increase your resistance to seasonal fever and infections. Boil tulsi leaves in water to keep the seasonal chills away.

Ginger

Ginger herb treats nausea, stomach upset, and gastric diarrhea. It also reduces and prevents motion sickness. Its antihistamine qualities fight allergies and its decongestant properties fight the common cold. Sip ginger in tea, or include grated ginger in stir-fry dishes.

Conclusion

Talk to your dietitian before including these fresh or dried herbs in your diet.