subject: Herbal and Spice Health: Alternative Medical Treatments [print this page] Herbs and spices have been used as forms of medical treatment and prevention for thousands of years. They are a great resource for antioxidants, and spices contain phytonutrients which make them an excellent tool to work against the spread and duplication of cancerous cells.
Utilizing herbs and spice health as an alternative form of medicine is on the rise. An advantage of herbal medical treatments is that it has fewer side effects than prescribed medications.
Types of herbs and what medical conditions they are used to treat:
Garlic help lower cholesterol, keep your blood sugar low; your heart toned, and is great for the body's circulatory system.
Ginger Can help ease nausea, decrease pain cause by arthritis, as well as, help deter blood clotting.
Sage Used to treat urinary tract infections, and symptoms associated with the common cold.
Rosemary Helps prevent mutation of cancerous cells, and can help prevent any damage to blood vessels.
Cinnamon Can help lower blood sugar and cholesterol.
Chamomile Used to soothe skin irritations such as rashes, and can also help reduce fevers.
Nutmeg Used to fight inflammation, joint pain and help improve the cardiovascular system. However this spice can be toxic in large amounts and should not be taken as a medical treatment by pregnant women or young children.
Thyme Can ease stomach and menstrual pain as well as treat the common cold.
These are only a few examples of the many help herbs and spices used to treat medical conditions. Anyone considering alternative medical treatments should consult their family physician first.
Herbal and Spice Health: Alternative Medical Treatments
