10 Best Medicinal Herbs for Health and Vitality

Humans have used a huge variety of medicinal herbs for thousands of years. These ten are the best for health and vitality.

Grow Your Own Medicinal Garden

Amy Alton reveals how to grow and use your own medicinal garden.

... We spend a lot of time discussing how to accumulate medical supplies for times of trouble.  Despite your best efforts, however, you may find yourself running out of commercially manufactured medicines.  In this case, you might feel like you’re out of luck, but there are options that might be growing in your own backyard.  Many plants have medicinal uses and it only makes sense to take advantage of their benefits. Read more

50 Medicinal Herbs You Can Grow in Your Own Garden

Do you want to grow your own medicinal herbs? Herbs are used for many things these days and in addition to being great flavoring for foods, there are also herbs that can be used for medicinal purposes.

Modern medicine certainly works wonders, but there’s something to be said for alternative medicine. Herbs and plants have been used to cure ailments for centuries. These 50 miracle plants may look like weeds, but they are plants you’ll want to keep around if you prefer alternative medicinal sources.

1. Ginseng – This wonder working plant come in two forms American ginseng and Chinese ginseng. Chinese ginseng is used to improve circulation, while its American counterpart reduces fever and respiratory tract disorders. Ginseng is also used to increase energy through supplements or powders. This perennial plant grows best in cool climates.
2. Dong quai - This simple herb can help with high blood pressure, allergies, and even menopause. The herb grows best in summer or autumn, and is best grown in trays.
3. Wild Yam Roots - These yams make for a great natural treatment of nausea, rheumatoid arthritis, and menstrual cramps. Natively from China, these roots grow best in temperate climates. Read more