We have a fantastic post from Iulia Barta, Revitalize herbalist who is going to be showing you how to create teas and meals using common household and garden findings to reduce your inflammation, improve your digestion and boost your immune system.
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“Hi, I’m Iulia Barta, medical herbalist from the Revitalize clinic in Gravesend and today I’m here to speak to you about herbs that we can grow at home and what we might use them for, and inspire you to use them yourself!
So, let’s start with, guess what? Stinging Nettle! Very easy to recognise it, it grows everywhere and you’ve probably got some growing in your garden if you let it go wild for a bit. You can use it to make herbal tea, just add hot water. You can use it in stews and soups, it’s very nice with potato and onions. It doesn’t sting once it’s cooked. Known as an overall nourisher and strengthener, stinging nettle leaf (Urtica dioica) is full of vitamins and minerals most notably magnesium, calcium, iron, and protein that can be easily assimilated. It’s diuretic so it can help reduce water retention, it also has an antihistamine so it can help reduce seasonal allergies such as hayfever. The root is beneficial for prostate problems whilst the seeds are a great kidney tonic. More info about Stinging Nettle here https://theherbalacademy.com/a-family-herb-stinging-nettle-leaf-uses/
Number 2. Thyme! Thymus vulgaris is the Latin name. Can be used fresh or dry, easy to grow, you can sometimes find it in small pots in supermarkets and then you can repot it and keep it forever! A great antiviral and antimicrobial herb, fantastic winter support! It’s also antiflatulent so if you have issues with bloating you can use it for that. N.B. Not safe in pregnancy in therapeutic quantities. Have you ever tried Thyme lemonade! It’s addictive! Use freshly squeezed lemon juice, mixed with a hot infusion of thyme and ginger, add some honey or preferred sweetener and enjoy it! Read more about Thyme here: https://theherbalacademy.com/4-reasons-thyme-is-an-herb-for-winter-health/
Number 3. Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare). Often used as part of herbal tea bags as it adds a lovely, sweet taste. However, did you know that fennel doesn’t actually contain any sugar so it’s safe for people who need to keep their blood sugar levels stable. It’s a great digestive herb, helps to reduce bloating and cramps. It’s also a great herb for nursing mothers to boost milk production. All parts are edible. Can be grown from seed or you can get a baby plant from plant nurseries such as the Herbal Haven. More about Fennel here:
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