You can add so much more flavor to your food by adding fresh herbs. ‘’Fresh herbs have the ability to elevate a dish to the next level’’ Jamie Oliver.

But, like most of us, you probably buy bottled herbs and spices. How often do you buy fresh herbs but find that they just end up dead at the bottom of your fridge? Don’t be discouraged.

Here is my solution to save money as well as lessen your herb waste – grow your own!

Herbs are relatively easy to take care of. Just remember two things, herbs are happy in sunny areas and do not like to be over watered! Now you’re all set, as simple as that. All the herbs you need and less waste.

UNIQUE FACTS

Coriander
• Known in the Bible as a bitter Passover herb
• It is an antispasmodic
• Can be used as a remedy for colic, flatulence, digestive upset and bloating
• As a tea it can ease anxiety and tension
• Helps for rheumatic aches and pains
• Mixed with tea tree oil it can be an insect repellent

Mint
• Mint needs rich new soil at least twice a year
• It is an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, antispasmodic and anti-flatulent
• Mint tea helps to ease digestion, relieves stomach ache, aids your concentration and eases nervous energy
• It relieves colds and flu symptoms
• Adding mint to your bath can soothe sunburn or chapped winter skin

Rosemary
• It is a symbol of remembrance
• It is an antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and a restorative herb aiding recovery from long term stress or chronic illness
• Because of its energizing and uplifting abilities rosemary also helps for depression
• Helps for headaches and premenstrual tension
• Rosemary tea is an antiseptic that can be used as a mouthwash to clear mouth infection
• Rosemary keeps mosquitos away

Thyme
• Infused lemon thyme with a slice of lemon and a teaspoon of honey, thyme can ease sore throat, a cough and chest cold
• It is an antifungal, antiseptic and tonic herb
• Thyme is a good digestive and boosts energy as well as the immune system
• Can soothe muscular aches and treat cough, pneumonia, asthma and hay fever
• Thyme lotion can soothe insect bites, stings, sore eczema area, athletes foot and lice infection

Basil
• Crushed basil can keep flies away
• Placing crushed basil on a wound can extract poison from insect bites or stings
• Basil is a tonic and antiseptic
• It relieves nausea and headache
• Basil tea can be used as a mouthwash to treat mouth infection

Just to name a few!

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Yours Truly
The Sunflower

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