🌿 ANGELICA

It contains resins and a spasmolytic component, giving it a triple action.

It is digestive, soothing, and analgesic.

Recipe

Use either the stem or the root in a ratio of 6 grams per half liter of water.

Boil for 2 minutes and leave the ingredients in the hot water for an additional 10 minutes. Strain it and drink it after a meal.

🌿 ARTICHOKE

Recipe 1: Artichoke leaves for 20 minutes in boiling water, strain it and drink it 3 times a day.

Recipe 2: 10 grams of artichoke leaves in a liter of boiling water. After 15 minutes, when the potassium, magnesium, and calcium salts it contains have dissolved into the water, strain it and drink a cup before each meal.

It is considered one of the most effective plants for diuretic and intestinal function. Also for proper functioning of the bile and bladder, and for indigestion.

--It has a bitter taste.

🌿 SALT

1. To quickly cool hot liquids, immerse the container holding them in cold water containing plenty of salt.

2. To keep the water in the hot water bottle warm for longer, add a pinch of fine salt.

3. To remove rust stains from an iron, rub it well with a wet cotton ball and salt.

4. With a little lemon, half a teaspoon of salt in a small glass of water for mouthwash to treat tonsillitis.

🌿 ALOE VERA

Burn or wound

Cut the leaf and extract the gel and apply it directly.

🌿 AMMONIA

1. Brass knobs and other objects are cleaned and polished if they are rubbed with a flannel cloth that has been dipped in ammonia.

2. Oil stains on doors, etc. are cleaned with water + ammonia and the yellowness disappears.

3. As an antiseptic for wounds.

4. For insect bites, stings.

🌿 DILL

Contains potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and iron.

Hippocrates used it in recipes for mouthwashes.

It has a positive effect on epileptic seizures.

It relieves hiccups and bloating, and indigestion.

Roman soldiers put dill seeds on open wounds.

They also believed that it significantly increased physical endurance and was included in large quantities in the diet of gladiators.

Breastfeeding mothers ate a lot of dill because they believed it soothed babies.

The English name "dill" comes from the old Norwegian word "dilla" which means "to dwarf".

🌿 ARTEMISIA

It has been known for centuries for its association with the Moon and the mysterious world of the subconscious. It was used in divination rituals because it strengthens prophetic abilities.

Place a sprig under your pillow to have a meaningful dream.

🌿 BASIL

In the form of an infusion, it combats fatigue, headache, and constipation.

🌿 GERANIUM

Calluses

Crush geranium leaves into a pulp and apply it to the calluses, securing it with a gauze. However, try first to see if you are allergic to geranium.

🌿 ANISE

The Chinese drink it after every meal. It contains an oil and a tannin that improves the digestion of toxins and reduces gas.

Recipe

3 or 4 seeds per cup of boiling water. Boil for 5 minutes. Let it sit in the hot water for 10 minutes to allow its active ingredients to infuse. Drink it at the end of each meal, hot or cold.

🌿 BAY LAUREL

Hair

Infusion and rinse 3 times a week

It has invigorating, anti-sweat, and anti-rheumatic properties.

🌿 ROSEMARY

Rosmarinus officinalis.

Rosemary infusion helps with headaches and migraines.

Caution: Not recommended for women who are pregnant.

--Excellent herb with many beneficial properties. It purifies, protects, promotes love, boosts energy, and promotes restful sleep.

If you plant it in your garden, it will protect the entire surrounding area.

A native shrub with many branches and dense leaves. It is found in rocky areas throughout Greece. Its essential oils have significant antiseptic, diuretic, and antioxidant properties. It invigorates, accelerates blood circulation, eliminates toxins, and plays an important role in combating cellulite.

100g in 1 liter of water and steam for oily skin or acne, as it has antiseptic properties.

🌿 MINT

Improves memory. Headaches.

4-5 leaves in 1 cup of boiling water for 10 minutes, strain + 1 or 2 tablespoons of monofloral honey.

Mint + Black Tea

In 1.5 liters of water, boil 2 tea bags or 2 tablespoons of black tea and 50g of mint leaves, and rinse your hair with it. It is for...

🌿 OLIVE - OLIVE OIL

If wooden furniture or decorations are dull, dust them off and wipe them with a cloth dipped in olive oil.

If your scalp is dry and flaky, apply a small piece of cotton soaked in warm olive oil for 5 minutes and then shower.

The bark collected in the spring has antipyretic, antihypertensive, and astringent properties.

Feet: Apply olive oil, put on cotton socks, and sleep. They will become softer.

🌿 THYME

1. Sore throat.

Thyme + oregano in red wine for gargling.

🌿 IRIS

The root, with its characteristic sweet smell, is often used in protective amulets for lovers.

🌿 WALNUT

The walnut tree is a very ancient tree, whose appearance dates back to the depths of history. It probably came to us from Asia.

In ancient Rome, however, they had the custom of throwing walnuts at newlyweds, as a symbol of wealth and prosperity.

It is rich in vitamins A and B, and in nitrogenous substances. 50% of its weight is oil, and that is why it is a very nutritious food.

It helps to eliminate parasites and intestinal worms.

Be careful, because when consumed in large quantities, it can cause irritation of the tongue and gums, so, when you eat a lot of walnuts, rinse your mouth thoroughly afterwards.

The leaves of the walnut tree, in addition to their wonderful delicate aroma, also have excellent properties.

They are rich in tannins and are a notable tonic, especially in cases of adenopathy and tuberculosis.

Avoid bee stings if you rub your face and other exposed parts of your body with walnut leaves in the summer.

Hair loss: Boil 50 grams of leaves along with flowers and rinse with this water.

Dandruff: You can also make water from walnut leaves, add a little of your favorite essence, and use it as a lotion.

+ +Fresh walnuts contain large amounts of antioxidant metallic elements, such as iron, zinc, and magnesium.

They have a lot of copper, which is essential for the proper functioning of the immune system.

🌿 COFFEE

Studies (University of Michigan) on 744 men and women over 60 years old showed that coffee consumption may increase sexual ability. Women who drank coffee had a 62% rate of sexual activity compared to 38% of those who did not drink it.

🌿 IVY

Ash from burnt ivy branches, at least one inch thick, cleans

Silverware with engravings or with enamel or with stones, without leaving a white residue.

🌿 ZUCCHINI

High content of vitamins A and C.

The seeds have laxative properties and are used, after being peeled, as a medicine for intestinal parasites.

The flesh provides relief in cases of burns.

🌿 ONIONS

The stronger the smell, the more antioxidant properties they contain.

Research at Cornell University in New York has shown that onions with a strong smell appear to be more effective at killing malignant cells.

To avoid crying when cutting them, put them in the freezer for a short time wrapped in aluminum foil before cutting.

The smell comes off your hands

1. By using a little toothpaste as hand cream and rinsing.

2. By rubbing them with celery.

--It is used as a softening poultice and is considered a diuretic, antibacterial, emmenagogue, and digestive aid.

28 calories per 100g. Vitamins B and C. mineral salts such as phosphorus.

When eaten raw, it stimulates the function of the stomach, causing an increase in secretions, and thus promotes appetite.

It is a diuretic, detoxifying agent, and its essential oils have a bacteriostatic and bactericidal effect.

It is particularly beneficial in the diet of diabetics due to its hypoglycemic properties, it prevents an increase in cholesterol in the blood and the formation of clots.

It is one of the few vegetables that retain their properties even when cooked.

Toning for the skin and hair.

Onion Pie

Spread puff pastry in a baking dish, spread thick slices of white onions in layers on top, sprinkle with grated Emmental cheese in between, drizzle with melted butter, salt, pepper, and a little oil on top, and bake for half an hour.

🌿 HEMLOCK

Known for the way Socrates was executed, it is a plant that thrives in Greece. Its well-known poisonous properties from antiquity come from the alkaloids conicine or cicutoxin that it contains.

Today, it is considered a medicinal plant for the treatment of skin conditions, as well as neuralgia.

🌿 LAVENDER

1. Migraines caused by a cold. You can drink 2-3 cups a day.

2. It is used in infusions for relaxation and tranquility. It promotes good sleep, protection, and longevity.

3. Add a little lavender to the potpourri or scent your linens.

🌿 LEMON

1. Lichens

Juice of one lemon + 100g of fresh butter, which is heated slightly and then the lemon is added.

2. A little zest in soup will give a wonderful flavor.

3. Digestive syrup or for headaches from alcohol

2 sprigs are boiled with 1 tablespoon of sugar, lemon juice is added, and it becomes a syrup that is placed in the refrigerator. Dosage: 2 tablespoons.

4. With a little lemon, half a teaspoon of salt in a small glass of water for a mouthwash to treat tonsillitis.

🌿 PARSLEY

Raw, it's an excellent digestive aid (cooked, it loses its vitamins).

It strengthens the heart.

For dry hair or dandruff, boil 100g of fresh or dried parsley in 1.5 liters of water and rinse your hair with it.

🌿 MANDRAGORA

Its toxicity is due to the alkaloids it contains in small percentages, such as scopolamine, hyoscyamine, and atropine - which have significant medicinal value.

🌿 MUSHROOMS

1. Agaricus

They are produced in Brazil and help the body better absorb vitamins, amino acids, and other beneficial substances.

2. Common mushrooms

Composition per 100g.

Water 88g. Cellulose 0.8g. Protein 4g. Fat 0.2g. Carbohydrates 6g.

Potassium 400mg. Phosphorus 130mg. Chlorine 80mg. Sodium 20mg. Calcium 20mg.

Iron 1mg.

Also contains vitamins B, especially group B2.

🌿 MARATHOS

Its extract helps increase cellular metabolism and cell regeneration.

Sweet Clover - Evening Primrose

The variety with yellow flowers, called evening primrose (the one with white flowers is wild clover), has softening and anti-cough properties.

Sweet Tree

A tree. Fraxinin is extracted from its bark (variety Fraxinus excelsior), which is used as a diuretic, for the treatment of arthritis and rheumatism.

Manna is extracted from the bark of the Ash tree, which contains mannite, a substance with laxative properties.

🌿 HONEYWOOD

It has antioxidant properties and cleanses the body of toxins.

It is particularly good for people with diabetes.

Its leaves are rich in oil glands and are used to prepare a digestive and antispasmodic infusion.

1. For migraines caused by nervousness and physical fatigue. Drink 3-4 cups of honeywood infusion per day.

Mallow

An essential oil is extracted from the "violet of Parma" variety, which is used in perfumery and confectionery.

Other essential oils of mallow also have medicinal properties as expectorants, diuretics, and other uses.

🌿 MINT

The value of its essential oil depends on the amount of menthol esters it contains, which is used in pharmacy.

The stems are harvested twice a year: in early July and October.

In carefully cultivated conditions, one acre can yield up to 7 kg of essential oil.

1. It is very refreshing and helps a lot with indigestion and gastrointestinal problems (stomach and intestines), gastritis, etc.

2. For migraines caused by indigestion. Place a teaspoon of mint leaves in a cup of hot water for 10 minutes and drink it 2 hours before a meal.

3. Digestive syrup or for headaches from alcohol.

Boil 2 sprigs with 1 tablespoon of sugar, add lemon juice, and make a syrup that is put in the refrigerator. Dosage: 2 tablespoons.

3. It stimulates mental functions and also the romantic area.

MALVA (Mallow or Malva sylvestris)

It has anti-inflammatory properties for mucous membranes, while the pectins it contains give it the property of a mild laxative that promotes the reduction of bloating.

Recipe.

Either the flowers, the leaves, or both are used.

A handful in a liter of boiling water. Let it steep for 10 minutes, strain, and drink as much as you like, throughout the day, starting from the morning.

++ The leaves, especially the flowers, have softening and soothing properties and are used in cases of discomfort in the respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems.

🌿 NUTMEG

Fruit from a tree scientifically called Myristica or fragrant, originating from the islands of the Indian archipelago. Today, it is still cultivated there and in other tropical countries due to the multiple uses of its fruit.

In medicine, it is used as an antiseptic.

Also used is the nutmeg butter, which is obtained by crushing the shell of this fruit and is suitable for certain medicinal uses.

In cooking, it is particularly recommended for diet foods, to stimulate appetite and make them more appealing.

It does not harm the digestive system at all and can be consumed even by people who suffer from digestive disorders.

Ground, it greatly improves the flavor of mashed potatoes, cauliflower gratin, spinach, white sauces, béchamel, and gives a characteristic delicate aroma to compotes of apples, peaches, or pears.

🌿 SPICES

They have antioxidant properties. (Ginger-cinnamon-cloves-nutmeg)

🌿 BLUEBERRIES

Rich in vitamins, they are beneficial for diabetics.

Foreigners call them "natural insulin."

🌿 DRIED FRUITS

Almonds and walnuts contain 4 times more vitamin E - like avocados.

Hazelnuts and pecans are rich in a substance that fights bacteria.

Walnuts are very high in copper - a trace element - for the proper functioning of the immune system. (See Walnut).

🌿 VINEGAR

1. For salt deposits in the shower, unscrew it and let it soak for a few hours in a basin with hot water and vinegar (2 parts water + 1 part vinegar).

2. For salt deposits in the sink: use white wine vinegar.

🌿 PRIMROSE

It sprouts in the Austrian Alps, and its leaves treat dizziness.

🌿 OREGANO

Oregano infusion is used in compresses as an antiseptic for wounds.

🌿 CENTELLA ASIATIKA

It is a small but miraculous plant. It thrives in India and Pakistan at altitudes above 600 meters. Its leaves have a characteristic shape resembling a kidney.

It has healing properties for skin conditions. In relation to the skin, it directly affects fibroblasts that produce elastin and collagen. This makes it important in addressing skin laxity.

🌿 SEEDS

Fresh seeds, such as pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and pine nuts, are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidant mineral elements.

Pumpkin seeds are rich in iron, selenium, and zinc.

Sunflower seeds contain more vitamin E.

They should be eaten raw and stored in the refrigerator to preserve their nutrients and remain fresh.

🌿 SYMPHYTUM

Known for its healing properties, it is an ideal ingredient in many special creams and ointments. Its leaves are used in amulets for protection on journeys or in the home.

🌿 CURARE

A poisonous plant with which the indigenous people of the Amazon coat their arrows.

It is used in medicine as an anesthetic and as a therapeutic drug for muscle spasms.

🌿 GINGER

The oils of fresh ginger root have a strong antioxidant effect.

It is a traditional tonic, expectorant, and soothing spice and has been used for hundreds of years.

Traditional Chinese medicine uses it for coughs and colds.

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🌿 TEA

It is a tonic and a plant insecticide. Use the tea leaves in water for a few hours and water the plants.

It contains quercetin (like onions), a flavonoid phytochemical with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral properties.

Green tea is rich in antioxidants thanks to its polyphenol content.

Black tea has fewer antioxidants.

It is better not to use milk with tea.

Its aroma evaporates when it comes into contact with light. Therefore, it is best stored in dark or opaque packaging and not in glass jars.

+For shine on enamel=dip them in lightly hot tea for a few seconds.

Fishy smell in the frying pan=rub with slightly moistened tea leaves.

🌿 CHUCKNIDES

Rub with lettuce leaves.

🌿 FASKOMILO

Ideal for purifying the space. It brings wisdom and spiritual clarity and eliminates negative thoughts.

In shampoo or body wash, it has a revitalizing effect and is relaxing.

For foot odor and sweating, use a warm foot soak of 100g in 1 liter of boiling water.

🌿 FLAMOURIA

The leaves are heart-shaped. The flowers are a light yellow color and soothe anxiety and promote restful sleep, combat insomnia, relieve high fevers, and headaches.

The flowers and leaves are harvested from June to July and dried in the shade.

🌿 SEAWEED

Padina pavonica = acts like a sponge and retains skin moisture (extract).

Spirulina

Tiny, cultivable blue seaweed, 0.25 mm in size, from the alkaline lakes of Chad in Mexico.

Ingredients:

Organic: Sugars, lipids, proteins (twice as much as beer yeast, and 3 times more than fish and lean meat), vitamins (mainly B12 - twice as much as liver), provitamins A and B12, E ARN-AND, enzymes.

Inorganic: Iron (10 times more than spinach).

Action: Rejuvenating, tightening, anti-wrinkle, anti-inflammatory, and also suppresses appetite.

🌿 CHAMOMILE

Best not to be used by people with low blood pressure.

It generally regulates bowel function and is particularly useful in the often difficult adaptation of our body to a new environment.

It is a mild anti-inflammatory. It helps with local inflammation, e.g., bites, splinters. Brew it and use it as a compress.

For migraines caused by menstruation, steep a small amount of chamomile in a cup of hot water for 15 minutes, and you can drink 3-4 cups a day.

🌿 FLOWERS