Herbs are plants that are used for food, medicine, or decoration. It is a very special group of plants that have always been part of civilizations since time immemorial. Herbs were used to worship gods and to cure tribal ailments as well. These days, herbs are also used to produce fragrances, soaps, and lotions with a bonus of having medicinal or therapeutic effects that soothe or calm.

It is very natural to resort to herbs whenever you want non-commercial, all-natural solutions to what ails you. It seems like second nature already to go back to what our ancestors have taught us to do whenever we didn’t feel well. Well, all these commercialized pharmaceutical products won’t be possible anyway if not for the herbs that carried their active ingredients. Herbs are very easy to grow. You could incorporate them into your existing garden or just provide a few spare cans or pots for them on your sink or window sill. You could even just get them at herb shops or markets if you don’t have the time or space to grow them. Take a look at this list of medicinal herbs and their uses so that you may have an idea of what herbs you need the most:

1. Aloe vera

This medicinal plant is used to increase the moisture on skin and hair. It is also used for decorative purposes. It way be slimy but it is very beneficial.

 

 

 

 

 

2. Basil

Basil makes it in the list of medicinal herbs and their uses because this is one of the basic ones that should be present in every herb garden. It makes pasta dishes more delicious and is a tasty garnish for any dish. It also soothes the stomach.

 

 

 

3. Borage

Borage is an herb that has blue and star-shaped blossoms. It tastes like a cucumber. Borage is also used as medicinal tea and as a topical relief for some diseases.

 

 

 

 

4. Cayenne

Cayenne is used to make dishes spicy. It is also used to burn fat effectively.

 

 

 

 

5. Chamomile

This herd is not used in cooking because of its bitter taste. It is used in treating common ailments and in helping you relax.

 

 

 

 

 

6. Chervil

This herb is included in the list of medicinal herbs and their uses. It is very close to parsley that helps lower your blood pressure.

 

 

 

 

7. Dill

Dill is a very known herb that is perfect for fish dishes and for pickling. Dill is also used to soothe your stomach.

 

 

 

 

 

8. Garlic

Garlic is used to flavor dishes and is also used as an effective antibiotic. It could also lower your blood pressure.

 

 

 

 

 

9. Angelica

This lovely herb is used to spice up dishes help in making your digestive system a whole lot better. It also helps take care for your problems in breathing.

 

 

 

 

10. Caraway

Caraway is used for baking and salad-making. It is included in the list of medicinal herbs and their uses because deals with flatulence.

 

 

 

 

 

11. Chicory

This is a medicinal herb that can be used as an eyewash and helps you in the lab as an effective eye wash agent.

 

 

 

 

 

12. Cornflower

Cornflower is part of the list of medicinal herbs and their uses. It not a good spice because it is too bland but it has antibiotic properties.

 

 

 

 

 

13. Feverfew

This medicinal herb helps in digestive issues as well as bruises and stings.

 

 

 

 

 

14. Gingko

Gingko is very helpful because it slows aging, improves mood, memory, alertness, and stamina.

 

 

 

 

 

15. Ginseng

This herb is known for  providing flavor in soups and dishes. It is also known to be an effective male aphrodisiac.

 

 

 

 

16. Horehound

This herb is known to be part of the mint family that if often used to flavor teas and sweets. It is known to be an effective expectorant and suppressant.

 

 

 

 

17. Hyssop

This herb is used to relax and cleanse. It is used as an external relief for bruises and scrapes.

 

 

 

 

 

 18. Lantana

This herb is not used for cooking at all. But you could still boil the leaves to get rid of joint pain and flu.

 

 

 

 

 

19. Marjoram

Marjoram is part of the list of medicinal herbs and their uses. It is an effective herb for washes and as a pain reliever.

 

 

 

 

 

20. Oregano

Oregano is usually added to pasta and meat dishes. It could also be used  to relieve you of bloating, headaches, flatulence, and cough.

 

Make sure that you consult your doctor before you try any of the plants in the list of medicinal herbs and their uses.  This is to ensure your optimal health and to see if any of these herbs are suited for your present health status.