Healing Properties Of Herbs and Spices / Tips

Today I happen to see my diary and found this article on my very first page of health column and thought of sharing the importance of our herbs and spices that we often include in our cooking and how these herbs are effective in all ways in our day to day life.

Healing Properties of Herbs and Spices :


Ginger : An excellent digestive and good for sore throat and common cold.
- Ginger pickled with lemon and salt makes a great accompaniment to meals and also palatable way to include ginger in our diet.
- Ginger mixed with honey is the best remedy for dry cough.

Garlic : Good to keep cholesterol and high blood pressure at bay. One or two cloves of garlic taken daily on an empty stomach in the morning is the best remedy to control high B.P

Mustard :  It is used to relieve arthritic pain. Mustard oil massaged into the scalp is believed to promote hair growth.

Cumin : It has cooling and digestive properties

Chillies : Very high in vitamin A and C. Good for skin as well

Cinnamon : Cinnamon when infused in warm water is effective in curing common cold, preventing nervous tension and stimulating digestion.
- Cinnamon oil cures gastric debility and is commonly used as an inhalation for sinusitis and colds.

Ajwain : A sure cure for stomachache or over eating is to chew a spoonful of ajwain. Works well for Throat problems too.


Turmeric : Antiseptic for minor burns and wounds.

Saffron ; Prescribed for urinary disorders, skin and menstrual problems.

Asafoetida : Prescribed for respiratory problems like whooping cough and asthma.

Mint : Has a refreshing aroma that can be used as a garnish for many dishes and juices. Lemon Tea garnished with mint leaves is an instant energy booster after a long hectic day. Uses of mint - nausea and sore throat problems.


Oregano : This is one of my fav herbs that has a distinctive - strong flavor , mainly used in Italian dishes and soups. It has an antibacterial property and a good painkiller.


Coriander: Helps lower blood cholesterol, Its juice is rich in vitamins A, B, C and iron . Fresh aroma enhances any dish. 


Rosemary : Bitter to taste but has a very good flavor that goes well with all soups and sauces. Very good for digestion, appetite,blood pressure and migraines


SYMPTOMS                                    REMEDY

Throat Problem                        Cut ginger int small pieces and chew it       
Nausea problem        Smell green lemon by peeling a pinch of its skin                    
Cold and Cough          Boil 2 bay leaves, 5-6 Pepper corns  and 2" jaggery  in 1/2 cup of water. Strain,  cool and then drink it.