If you are new to herbal medicine, below are 4 essential herbs to add to your collection.

Garlic

Garlic is touted to have a natural antibiotic effect. It is also said to aid the fight with cancer due to an element called germanium. It can be used for cold symptoms, ear aches, allergies, asthma, inflammation, detoxification of the liver and prevention of disease. There are many different ways to use garlic, but most just swallow a peeled clove whole for maximum effect and benefit.

Ginger

Remember your mom always reaching for the ginger ale when you were sick? This is because ginger will help calm down any stomach. You can use it as a tea or nibble on a little piece if you are experience nausea or vomiting. The tea can also be used to clear sinus passages. Ginger is used as a detoxifier like garlic, and also aids with circulation and sore throats.

Alfalfa

Alfalfa is alleged to be the “super plant” for its high concentration of beneficial substances. In fact, it contains all of the following: potassium, magnesium, calcium, silicon, phosphorus, sodium, chlorine and some other trace elements. It also has natural fluoride that can actually rebuild teeth that have been the victim of tooth decay. It is touted to be wonderful for allergies and asthma and can relieve sinus pressure.

Cayenne

Cayenne is known as an herbal catalyst that increases the effectiveness of other herbs. It has an amazingly high content of vitamin C and therefore is instrumental in fighting off colds or viruses.

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