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Flaxseeds (Linum usitatissimum) are rich in omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids that help protect heart and circulatory health and offer anti-inflammatory benefits. For the body to absorb these nutrients, the seeds should be freshly ground, for example in a coffee grinder, since their nutritional value begins to drop within about ten minutes of grinding. As a gentle laxative, both whole and ground flaxseeds are effective, although people with a sensitive stomach lining often tolerate ground seed less well. The seeds contain mucilage that moistens and softens the walls and lining of the intestines, soothing an irritated digestive tract and easing intestinal...
- Category: Medicinal herbs
A fragrant infusion of blackberry leaves can ease mild diarrhea, encourage expectoration, and is recommended for colds and influenza. Blackberry may also be helpful in managing diabetes.
- Category: Medicinal herbs
You do not need to sting yourself with nettles to ease rheumatism. Drinking the tea is sufficient. Nettle is also effective for an enlarged prostate, high blood pressure, arthritis and iron deficiency.
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A gentle tea, well tolerated even by infants, effectively relieves cramps. Used externally, it accelerates wound healing, treats skin conditions, and eases hay fever rash.
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An excellent herbal remedy for coughs that combats viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Sage also helps reduce excessive perspiration. It supports healthy digestion, so it is a useful addition to rich, fatty dishes.
- Category: Medicinal herbs
Rinsing with oak bark tea soothes inflamed and chapped skin, chilblains, weeping eczema, acne and blemishes. It may help those with rheumatism and is also suitable as a gargle.
- Category: Medicinal herbs
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