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Rosemary has been used to treat mild spasms, wounds, eczema, muscle pain,
sciatica, rheumatism and depression as well as parasites.
It has also been used by herbologists to treat pain, headaches, nerve conditions,
dizziness and stomach problems.
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has been credited with alleviating are sciatica, gout, headaches and rheumatic pains.
Parsley: Parsley has many health benefits. It is a nutritious food, providing dietary calcium, iron, carotenes, ascorbic acid, and vitamin A.1.It also contains vitamin C, potassium, folic and amino acid and is good for blood pressure, the heart and stomach, and for pain relief. Arthritic aches and pains are reputed to be relieved by taking parsley. It is also used as an expectorant, for coughs. As a hot poultice it is used to relieve insect bites and stings.
Coriander: Corianders essential oils, high in vitamin C, potassium, geranial and linalool, may be added to ointments for relief of rheumatic joint and muscle pains. These minerals also aid the circulatory system, digestive system and is beneficial for the skin Coriander tea is reportedly excellent for migraines and as a digestive tonic and mild sedative.
Basil: Free radical action is the main factor in conditions such as asthma, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis An array of unique flavonoids is also found in basil which protect cell structures and chromosomes from oxygen-based and radiation damage. Do you have any personal experiences you can share of the health benefit of including herbs in your diet ? If so, click here
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In addition to the culinary herbs listed, arthritis has been treated by the medicinal herbs Devil's Claw, Boswellia, and Evening Primrose Oil.
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