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Respiratory
🌿 1. Thyme & Licorice Root Steam Inhalation Great for: Cough, congestion, sinus relief, bronchitis Ingredients: 1 tbsp dried thyme 1 tsp licorice root 2 cups boiling water How to Use: Add herbs to a bowl and pour over boiling water. Place a towel over your head and inhale the steam for 10–15 minutes. Breathe deeply! Benefits: Thyme is antimicrobial and great for loosening mucus. Licorice root soothes the throat and reduces inflammation in the airways. 🍋 2. Ginger, Lemon & Honey Herbal Tea Great for: Sore throat, cold, cough, immune support Ingredients: 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (sliced) Juice…
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African Pepper (Xylopia aethiopica)
🌱 Intro 🌱 Introduction and historyXylopia aethiopica, commonly known as African Pepper or African Guinea Pepper, is a perennial evergreen tree native to West and Central Africa. Traditionally used in culinary and spiritual practices, its dried fruit pods have a spicy, peppery flavor akin to black pepper and are widely used in African cuisines. Historically, African Pepper was also traded across the Mediterranean and Arab world for its aromatic and medicinal properties. 💊 Medicinal BenefitsAfrican Pepper is revered in traditional medicine for its potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and analgesic effects. It is used to: Relieve gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating…
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Asthma Plant (Euphorbia hirta)
Euphorbia hirta, commonly known as Asthma Plant, Snake Weed, Garden Spurge, or Milkweed, is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions, including much of Africa and Asia. Traditionally revered in Ayurvedic, Filipino, and African medicine, this hardy herb often grows as a weed in disturbed soils, but its healing powers have earned it a place in many medicinal gardens. The plant’s milky sap and fuzzy reddish stems are telltale features, and its ability to thrive in poor soils has made it a resilient favorite among herbalists. 💊 Medicinal BenefitsEuphorbia hirta is renowned for its use in managing respiratory… Read more…
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🌿 Anise (Pimpinella anisum): A Sweetly Scented Herb for Your Garden 🌿
Anise, a fragrant annual herb from the Mediterranean, is beloved for its licorice-like flavor and powerful medicinal properties. Whether you’re looking to enhance your herb garden or reap its digestive and respiratory benefits, this guide will help you cultivate anise successfully in South Africa! 💊 Medicinal Benefits Anise has been used for centuries to aid digestion, relieve bloating, and soothe coughs. It also acts as a mild expectorant and can help ease colds & bronchitis. The herb’s active compounds, anethole and estragole, are responsible for its potent effects. While generally safe, those with allergies to plants in the Apiaceae family… Read more…
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