4. Peppermint
Is wonderful for relieving digestive upset and can soothe irritable bowel syndrome. It helps relieve stress, nausea, inflammatory conditions, and is known for its incredible ability to get rid of headaches – very fast!Food Uses: Peppermint can be made into a tea, or you can blend it up with medjool dates and some warm water to make a delicious, frothy peppermint drink or dessert. It is a great addition to almost any chocolate recipe, like chocolate cake, muffins or even cookies!
5. Rosemary
Has a sharper taste fresh than dried, and is known to improve memory and cognitive function, stimulate hair growth and prevent inflammation.Food Uses: Rosemary can be enjoyed in soups, stews, and sauces. It is also suggested to add rosemary to any potato dish you add to the oven. This plant has thick stems, so it takes a while to grow roots. But once it gets going, it takes very well.
6. Oregano
Has been found to be superior to prescription antibiotics, working as an effective antibacterial, antiviral, anti-fungal, and antioxidant. Some test-tube studies have shown that oregano and its components may help kill cancer cells. heal your lungs from symptoms of cough, asthma, bronchitis, and other infections.Food Uses: Pasta dishes, sauces, stews, soups, or even made into a tea.
7. Thyme
Thymol found in thyme, is known to kill cancer cells, as well as lower blood pressure, prevent tooth decay, ease stomach disorders and kill bacteria and fung. It is also a powerful anti-viral. The essential oil of thyme has been successfully used in keeping mold levels down in the air, particularly when diffused.Food Uses: Thyme is great in salads, but it really makes an impression in soups. For some reason, I’ve found that thyme gives an almost chicken-like flavor to soup, but without having to use chicken broth (good for people like me who are plant-based!). It also works wonderfully in stews and sauces.
