5 Natural Herbal Cures that Work

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For centuries, herbals have cured a myriad of ailments. Before the age of pharmaceuticals, people depended on herbal cures to heal them when they were sick or fighting common illness. Herbals were also used externally on cuts, bruises and scrapes. The healing powers of herbs are endless.

The following herbal remedies can be used to cure dozens of common problems.

1. Goldenseal has antibiotic properties that will fight infection. Prepare a tea as an effective antibiotic. Add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of powdered goldenseal root into each cup of hot water. To benefit from the healing properties of this tea, consume up to 2 cups each day.

2. Chamomile for centuries has been used as a calming herb. It can speed the healing process, calm distress of the stomach and fight infection. Make a tea by adding 2-3 teaspoons per cup of hot water. Steep for 10-20 minutes and drink up to 3 cups per day.

3. Garlic is rich in powerful natural antibiotic and anti-viral properties, it can reduce cholesterol and prevent the forming of blood clots. It is important to make garlic a main staple in your kitchen. Use it daily in cooking and food preparation. To make a potent tea, steep 6 cloves of garlic for each cup of cool water for 6 hours. Strain and drink.

4. Slippery Elm Bark – helps with sore throats, cough and upset stomach. This herb is found in commercial throat lozenges and cough drops. It is available for bulk purchase in health food stores and herbal shops and can be made into a tea. Add 1-3 teaspoons per cup of boiling water. Simmer for 10 minutes and drink 3 cups per day.

5. Ginger may help reduce the risk of a heart attack by preventing blood clots. It is commonly used by pregnant woman for morning sickness and is also effective for motion sickness. Prepare a tea by adding 2 teaspoons of grated ginger for each cup of hot water. Steep the ginger for 10 minutes and drink up to 3 times per day.

Centuries old and proven effective. Herbal cures are inexpensive and safe. Try these common remedies for what ails you.

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