•It is one of the oldest known herbs and is also known as “Plant of Immortality”

   Medicinal parts: LEAVES AND PLANT SAP

Benefits of Aloe Vera

■It has antiseptic properties, therefore helps in the quick healing of wounds

■Aloe Vera Gel (obtained from the sap) protects against sun’s radiations and also has anti-wrinkling properties.

■A little Aloe Vera gel/ juice, consumed internally, functions as a good laxative

■The good concentration of amino acids provide the required protein to the body

2. FENUGREEK SEEDS

What are Fenugreek  seeds?

■ An annual plant, belonging to family Fabacea, Fenugreek is native to South-Eastern Europe and Asia.

■The seeds have a lot of Protein, Niacin and Vitamin C

  Medicinal Part: SEEDS, (Leaves are used as a spice)

Benefits of Fenugreek Seeds

■Lowers Cholesterol and blood-sugar level. A study conducted by the Gandhi Medical College found out that the cholesterol levels in patients who were given 25 gms of powdered fenugreek seeds have been significantly lowered

■The seeds stimulate uterine contractions, easying child-birth.

■As the seeds have a lot of mucilage, it helps sooth gastrointestinal inflammation, and is thus effective in reducing acidity.

■Taken with lemon and honey, Fenugreek has been known to reduce fever.

3. GARLIC

What is Garlic?

■It is a bulbous herb, belonging to the Alliaceae (lily) family and is native to Southern Europe.

■It gives out a pungent smell on cutting, due to release of the enzyme allinaise  which converts the compound allin to sulpher-containing allicin.

     Medicinal part: ROOTS

Benefits of Garlic

■Regulates Blood Pressure

■Minimises heart and cardiac problems due to presence of allin which is an antioxidant

■As an effective antiseptic, helps in faster curing of the wounds.

■Acts as a nasal decongestant and also  helps in reducing chronic bronchitis.

■Helps in reducing flatulence and other gas problems.

4. TURMERIC

What is Turmeric?

■Turmeric is the powder obtained from the roots of Curcuma longa, which is a widely-cultivated tropical perennial herb.

■The plant has with yellow flowers and a yellow roots and is a native to South-East Asia.

     Medicinal part: ROOTS

Benefits of Turmeric

■The pigment curcumin has anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties and is useful in the treatment of arthritis

■In combination with a little cauliflower, it is shown to prevent prostate cancer.

■It helps in blood coagulation and hence can be applied on cuts and wounds. Also aids blood circulation

■Turmeric when combined with heated milk will strengthen bones, thus preventing osteoporosis.

■A good anti-oxidant, it prevents the effects of aging by inhibiting cell damage

 5. TULSI

What is Tulsi?

■Tulsi, also known as Basal, is colloquially termed as  “Queen of herbs” and belongs to the family Lamiacea.

■It is grown an annual plant and is native to India.

■Tulsi is rich in antioxidants and phyto chemicals.

   Medicinal part: LEAVES

  Benefits of Tulsi

■The leaves protect the mucus membrane of the mouth and stomach, thus preventing ulcers

■Also used to treat any skin or facial allergies

■Consuming tulsi daily, increases immunity and enhances stamina.

■Tulsi tea is consumed for its energising and relaxing effect.d for mainitaining our health.