We all know about herbal supplements and herbal remedies that heal, cure and help fight many common diseases, many of these herbs can be found in our garden or pantry and used for various ailments.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is probably one of the most common plants found in gardens or potted plants, it requires very little water and can soothe a sunburn and help heal second and third degrees burns. Aloe Vera can also help heal minor wounds and the juice can be used as a laxative, cure intestinal problems and even help heal stomach ulcers. Aloe Vera has also been used in the treatment of genital herpes and psoriasis.

Mint Plant

Mint has been used for many years as a medicinal herb to soothe a stomach ache and treat chest pains, it is usually used in tea form in the old days mint was used to whiten teeth, mint tea is also a strong diuretic and is used to aide digestion helping to break down fats. In recent years mint has been recommended and used in treating obesity.

Garlic

For many years garlic has been used to treat high cholesterol and heart disease, garlic has been show in both humans and animals to help reduce aortic plaque. Studies showed that people supplementing their diet with garlic extract inhibited vascular calcification reducing plaque buildup.

Oregano

Oregano contains a high concentration of phenolic acids and flavonoids, Oregano is used as an antiseptic and used in the treatment of the common colds, influenza and mild fevers, Oregano can also be used to treat indigestion, Oregano has also been used a s a sleep aid usually boiled and taken in tea form, oregano has soothing properties.

So as you can see some of the most common stuff exists right underneath our nose, who would have thought that such simple herbal remedies could have such a powerful impact on healing. So the next time you suffer from a cold, fever or even a sunburn remember, an herbal  cure can be found with a simple walk in to your garden.