YourLittleBitExtra Herbs and Spices Spring at last: a good time for a detox. Cut out sugar
for a flying start but you’ll also need a few herbs. Most of us already have a selection of herbs in the kitchen cupboard. Before refrigeration was invented herbs such as Sage, Thyme, Oregano and Rosemary were used to preserve meat. But they were also used medicinally and we can make use of these properties to soothe coughs and sore throats. Add ginger, cinnamon, garlic or parsley to boiling water. Let it cool a little and gargle with the mixture or just drink it like a tea. You can also include these herbs and spices in a fresh vegetable soup because they will make your diet more alkaline. Use Turmeric and Cayenne Pepper in your cooking
to boost circulation. Buy a liquid preparation, called a tincture, of Ginkgo Biloba or Vinca Minor if cold hands and feet are a particular problem. These may even improve your memory at the same time! If indigestion is a problem then the bitter herbs Centarium, Gentian or Yarrow may help. Nature provides us with a number of natural
antibiotics to try, such as Echinacea and the less well known Goldenseal and Oliveleaf. Echinacea is now recognised as an effective regulator of the immune system and Uva-ursi acts as a urinary antiseptic, preventing cystitis. Even so-called garden weeds, Dandelion and Nettle,
are good for detoxing. They can be bought as a tea or a tincture. Milk Thistle, which supports the regeneration
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of liver cells; Artichoke, which improves fat metabolism and reduces cholesterol levels, and Kelp are all good for cleansing. When using tinctures always follow the instructions
on the bottle, and check with your doctor if you’re on prescribed medication. Alongside homeopathy, herbalism is still the most
widely practised medicine in the world and, until the nineteenth century, it was the main form of medicine in the West. Herbs contain many plant constituents which work together and balance each other. Meadowsweet, for example, contains salicylic acid, from which aspirin is synthesised, but it also contains an ingredient that treats stomach ulcers, sometimes a side-effect of taking aspirin on an empty stomach. Herbalists use an holistic approach to treat the
underlying cause of a disease. Many herbs stimulate the body’s own healing powers and some have an affinity with a particular organ or system. They can be a natural complement to orthodox medicine. For example, herbs can promote healing and vitality in a patient following cancer treatment or surgery. They are often used alongside homoeopathy or acupuncture. Why not create a herb garden this spring so you can
use more herbs in your cooking? Seek advice on appropriate tinctures in health shops and let herbs and spices become a part of your healthier lifestyle.
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