Have you always wanted to create your own herb garden? Very good, because parsley, mint and other herbs are real treasures: beautifiers, remedies and natural flavor enhancers all in one. We introduce you to our favorites.
dill
Goes well with:
cucumber dishes, salads and fresh fish.
Healing effect:
It is said to have a nerve-calming effect. It is also said to stimulate the appetite, help against insomnia and relieve digestive problems.
Special tip:
Dill seeds can be used as a tea or boiled in wine to combat flatulence, stomach cramps and to stimulate milk in mothers who are breastfeeding. A traditional sleep aid for adults is dill wine: Put a tablespoon of coarsely crushed dill seeds in a tea filter, pour over a cup of hot white wine, let it steep briefly and drink before falling asleep.
coriander
Goes well with:
Asian dishes, Indian dishes, poultry and white fish.
Healing effect:
The essential oil of coriander (cilantro oil) helps with loss of appetite and digestive problems. Simply steep a teaspoon of ground coriander seeds in a cup of hot water for ten minutes and drink.
Special tip:
A tea made from coriander seeds smells wonderful, tastes good and provides relief from minor digestive problems, a feeling of fullness or flatulence.
mint
Goes well with:
fruity desserts, salads, oriental dishes.
Healing effects:
In addition to essential oils and menthol, the leaves of mint also contain tannins and bitter substances as well as peperic acid. They have a disinfecting, calming, cooling and antispasmodic effect.
Special tip:
An unsweetened tea made from mint leaves is good for nausea or flatulence in the gastrointestinal area. It also relieves spasms in the digestive organs and has a stimulating effect on the digestive juices and especially on the bile. A steam bath with peppermint tea is very good for colds, throat and bronchial catarrh.
rosemary
Goes well with:
baked potatoes, ratatouille, fish and to flavor olive oil.
Healing effects:
Rosemary helps against low blood pressure and headaches, strengthens the digestive and nervous systems and can relieve menstrual and menopausal symptoms.
Special tip:
As a spice, rosemary promotes digestive activity. It also stimulates blood circulation, which is why rosemary tea is an effective remedy for headaches, fatigue and poor concentration. Because of its antiseptic properties, rosemary tea can be used as a gargle for sore throats and gums.
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thyme
Goes well with:
Mediterranean cuisine, stews, legumes, eggplant, tomatoes.
Healing effect:
Because of its high content of essential oils, thyme has a stimulating effect on digestion and helps to make heavy, hearty dishes more digestible.
Special tip:
Thyme tea relieves digestive problems, helps with coughs and can also be used as a gargle solution for inflammation of the mouth and throat. A thyme bath relieves joint pain that often accompanies a cold. Because of its antiseptic effect, thyme is also suitable for facial steam baths for impure skin.
sage
Goes well with:
braised vegetables, mushroom dishes, poultry and pasta.
Healing effect:
As a herb, sage makes it easier to digest fatty foods. It also has a disinfectant effect, which is why it is the first choice for all types of sore throats.
Special tip:
The antiseptic ingredients of sage are particularly effective in tea: it relieves flatulence, fights colds and is a proven gargle for sore throats. As a traditional women’s herb, it is also recommended to stimulate the flow of milk in breastfeeding mothers and to regulate hormonal sweating.
Lemon balm
Goes well with:
young vegetables and fresh fruit.
Healing effects:
Active ingredients from lemon balm are used in medicine to combat depression.
Special tip:
A cup of calming lemon balm tea with a little honey is a proven recipe for stress-related tension and difficulty falling asleep. Because lemon balm contains tannins and bitter substances, it also prevents stomach problems.
Parsley
Goes well with:
Quark, tomato salad, mild egg dishes.
Healing effects:
Parsley contains essential oils that have a beneficial effect on blood pressure and digestion. Parsley also has a particularly pronounced effect on women’s reproductive organs. It promotes menstruation , relieves menstrual cramps and can also be helpful during childbirth.
Special tip:
Parsley is a real vitamin C bomb and is very helpful if your immune system is weakening or you are struggling with fatigue.
