Did you know there were herbs that can help sooth your sinuses and even revive your brain? It’s true! Below is a list of some incredible summer herbs and the benefits they provide.
Wrinkle Remover – as odd as this may sound, research has been done and has been found that this summer herb = chervil indeeds helps to ward off wrinkles. This herb is loaded with flavonoids and lignans. For those that are not aware, these ingredients are antioxidants which can prevent the action of free radical activity that may lead to premature aging. This herb, chervil can be added to softened cream cheese and used as a delicious spread or chopped and sprinkled over scrambled or deviled eggs.
Release Stress – this wonderful smelling herb has been found to truly relieve and release stress = lavender. It can be used in concentrated oils and placed in baths or in lotions and rubbed into skin. Burning candles with this herbal scent works wonders as well.
Sooth the Sinuses – if you suffer from sinusitis the last thing on your mind may be to look at herbs, but this herb has been found to work in reducing the inflammation and fluid build-up in the sinuses. Bay leaves have a concentrated oil called cineole that can help ease the symptoms of sinusitis. Inhaling the aroma from the oil contained in bay leaves has been shown to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation. Try it…what have you got to lose?
Reviving your Brain – who would have thought that a summer herb could actually help with your brain power! This herb has been found to optimize brain function and sharpen your focus and memory. This spectacular little herb is called marjoram. This herb can be induced in Mediterranean style salads and scientists hope to continue to study the effects of this wonderful herb in hopes to help those that suffer from Alzheimer’s.
There you go…bet you didn’t know that these simple little summer herbs did more than simply smell delightful!
Dr. Daisy Sutherland is the Founder/CEO of Dr. Mommy Online. She is a doctor, author, mentor, speaker, wife & mom to 5 children. Dr. Mommy's mission is to ~ Help Busy Women and Men with her 'Get Real' approach to living a happier and healthier lifestyle. Watch for new book: 'Letting Go of Super Mom' coming out August 7, 2012.
