Wed | Dec 3, 2025

Herbs for life

Published:Wednesday | April 24, 2013 | 12:00 AM

ROSEMARY

This herb is greatly underused. It has remarkable properties that are beneficial for a number of ailments. For instance, rosemary contains carnosol which has been found in studies to be a potent anti-cancer compound. It also helps to improve memory; a good mood lifter; good for pain, including headaches; helps with digestive problems such as upset stomach, constipation and indigestion; helps to detoxify the liver; aids circulation; freshens breath; good for premature balding; anti-inflammatory; boosts the immune system; great for skin tone; very good for respiratory problems. Rosemary is not recommended for pregnant women and persons with high blood pressure.

ALOE VERA

Some people abhor the bitter taste, but aloe vera is one of the greatest natural remedies out there. It is very good at detoxifying the body and relieving constipation; loaded with anti-inflammatory properties; soothing to the digestive system; helps to lower blood sugar; helps to improve the immune system; very good for healing burns, cuts and scars; very good for skin conditions and improving skin tone; good for maintaining healthy hair. Researchers have also found that aloe vera is very good in treating certain types of cancer. Always consume in low, moderate quantity.