Antidepressant herbs are used for mild depression and can be effective for some people to treat anxiety. These herbs should not be used for severe depression and can interfere with prescription antidepressants. Please use caution when using an herbal antidepressant. Antidepressant Herbs St. John’s-Wort – Hypericum perforatum
Analgesics herbs are sometimes referred to as natural painkillers or pain relievers. These pain relief herbs are administered in topical creams or in the form of capsules or tea and tinctures for internal use. Analgesic herbs are generally safe, non addictive and effective if used properly. Analgesic Herbs St. John’s-Wort – Hypericum perforatum
Nervine herbs are calming herbs and mildly relaxing without the overtly suppressant effects of sedatives. Nervine herbs restore emotional balance and nourish the nerves and nervous system. Nervine Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. orOcimum tenuiflorum St. John’s-Wort – Hypericum perforatum
Expectorant herbs increase mucosa secretion thereby facilitating coughing up the secrete residual. Expectorant Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. orOcimum tenuiflorum St. John’s-Wort – Hypericum perforatum
Immunomodulator herbs simulate or suppress the components of immune system including both innate and adaptive immune responses. Immunomodulator Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. orOcimum tenuiflorum
Decongestant herbs reduce congestion in the lungs and nasal passages. Decongestant Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. or Ocimum tenuiflorum
Antiviral herbs kill viruses or slow the progression of viral infection in the body. Antiviral Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. orOcimum tenuiflorum St. John’s-Wort – Hypericum perforatum
Antiseptic herbs reduce the possibility of infection by inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria. Antiseptic Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. orOcimum tenuiflorum
Carminative herbs can be used to improve digestion and prevent the formation of gas in the gastrointestinal tract (the stomach and intestines.) They may relieve griping pain, bloating, indigestion and nausea. Carminitive Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum sanctum L. orOcimum tenuiflorum
Antiseptic herbs help to prevent and counteract infection inhibiting the growth of the infectious organisms. Antiseptic Herbs Holy Basil – Ocimum tenuiflorum
Every month we explore one herb. Throughout the month we will learn about the benefits of the herb, it's herbal actions and uses. We will turn our knowledge into herbal recipes and concoctions to gain a fuller understanding of how these herbs actually work.
