Centuries later and Herbal Remedies are still here!

You probably already know about the amazing healing power of herbs and how they've been used throughout history to prevent and treat illness. There are numerous references in the Bible to a wide variety of herbs. In fact, most modern medicines are based on ancient remedies that were made from herbs. Humans have used herbs for thousands of years in the following ways: as medicines, flavoring foods when cooking, smell goods such as potpourri and perfumes, disinfectants to protect against germs, and yes even used as currency in place of money!

From the regions of South American, Ancient India, Mesopotamia, Ancient Greece, Roman Italy, Central Asia, Britain, Europe, the United States, and many other parts of the world people had to depend on themselves for medical treatment and herbal remedies were their only source for treatment. Isolated settlements and country towns cultivated herbs in small gardens or gathered them form the wild. They prepared infusions, teas, oils, salves and other concoctions to treat a variety of diseases and other aliments. Often called folk remedies, by word of mouth, this knowledge was handed down through out generations. Herbalism, however, decline in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries as medical science grew. Herbalism interest didn't resurface until the twentieth century. In fact, many modern drugs have their origin in traditional herbal remedies. For instance, Aspirin, Ephedrine, tranquilizers and laxatives comes from herbal plants, in order, Meadowsweet, Ephedra, Valerian, and Psyllium. Pharmaceutical firms now routinely scour primitive jungles and other exotic locations for plants that may someday lead to new wonder drugs.

I'm a firm believer that proper foods with essential nutrients each day along with herbal remedies can help you prevent and remedy many common health problem; however, keep in mind that using commons herbs shouldn't be a substitute for professional medical treatment, especially for a serious aliment or disturbing symptoms. If in doubt, always consult your family doctor.

Always buy your botanical health substances from reliable sources or learn to grow your own!