Healing Herbs

These can be added to any Juice or Smoothie

Garlic

Garlic has many health benefits, including:

Heart health : Garlic can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and reduce plaque buildup in arteries.
Immunity: Garlic can help prevent colds and the flu, and strengthen your immune system to fight illness.
Antioxidants: Garlic's antioxidant properties protect cells from oxidative damage.

Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: Garlic can help prevent infections.
Blood detoxification: Raw garlic contains allicin, a sulfur-containing compound that can detoxify the blood by protecting the liver from toxic agents.
Cancer prevention: Garlic's antibacterial and antioxidant properties may reduce the risk of developing certain cancers, including breast, colon, esophageal, and stomach cancers

Thai basil has many health benefits, including vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and phytonutrients:

Vitamins and minerals : Thai basil contains vitamins A, C, and E, as well as minerals like potassium, manganese, copper, and magnesium. Vitamin A is important for vision and healthy skin and mucosa, and may help protect against lung and oral cavity cancers. Potassium helps control blood pressure and heart rate.

Antioxidants : Thai basil's antioxidants help protect the body from oxidative stress and free radicals, which can support the immune system and maintain healthy skin.
Phytonutrients : Thai basil contains phytonutrients like orientin and vicenin, which can protect chromosomes and cell structures from damage caused by radiation and oxygen.
Essential oils : Thai basil's essential oils, including eugenol, have anti-inflammatory properties that may help with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
Other compounds : Thai basil's compounds may also help lower LDL cholesterol and increase HDL levels. Magnesium in Thai basil can help relax blood vessels, which may lower blood pressure

Thai chilis can have many health benefits, including:

Cardiovascular health: Chilis can help lower cholesterol, keep blood pressure healthy, and promote blood flow. Capsaicin, the main compound in chilis that gives them their flavor, can also prevent heart cell apoptosis.
Digestive health: Chilis are rich in antioxidants that can help with digestive issues like diarrhea, cramps, and gas. Green chilis also contain fiber, which can help with digestion and keep the gut healthy.

Immune system: Chilis are rich in vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system.
Pain relief: Spicy foods can help calm nerves that cause muscle or joint pain.
Diabetes management: Chilis can help reduce the amount of insulin needed to digest food, which can lower blood sugar levels.
Metabolism: Capsaicin can help improve metabolism by stimulating thermogenic processes in the body that generate heat, which can help with weight loss.
Minerals: Chilis contain minerals like potassium, manganese, iron, and magnesium. Potassium helps control heart rate and blood pressure, and manganese is used by the body for the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase

Coriander leaves, also known as cilantro, have many potential health benefits:

Antioxidants : Coriander leaves contain antioxidant compounds that can fight inflammation and prevent cellular damage.
Digestion : Coriander water can help with digestion, reduce bloating, and promote healthy bowel movements.
Heart health : Coriander leaves may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, which can reduce the risk of heart disease.

Immunity : Coriander leaves can support immunity.
Skin health : Coriander leaves can help protect skin from aging and sun damage, and treat mild skin rashes
Weight loss : Coriander leaves contain minerals and vitamins that can help regulate weight and metabolic levels.
Bones : Vitamin K in coriander leaves can help bones repair themselves, which can help prevent osteoporosis

Cinnamon has many potential health benefits, including:

Antioxidants : Cinnamon contains antioxidants, such as polyphenols, that can help protect against disease, inflammation, and aging by neutralizing free radicals. A 2020 meta-analysis found that taking 1.5–4 grams of cinnamon supplements per day can increase antioxidant levels in the blood and reduce inflammation markers.

Anti-inflammatory : Cinnamon can act as an anti-inflammatory, which may help reduce inflammation in the body.
Heart health : Cinnamon may help prevent heart disease by lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Taking cinnamon supplements with at least 1.5 grams per day may also lower blood sugar and blood pressure.
Other potential benefits : Cinnamon may also help with Alzheimer's disease, arthritis, arteriosclerosis, gut health, and dental hygiene. Cinnamon also contains cinnamaldehyde, which has antibacterial properties and may slow the growth of cancer cells.

Dill, also known as dill weed, has many potential health benefits:

Heart health : Dill contains flavonoids, which may help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Flavonoids may also have anti-inflammatory effects that can lower blood pressure. Animal studies have also shown that dill can reduce LDL cholesterol levels.
Diabetes : Studies suggest that dill may help manage and prevent type 2 diabetes.
Digestion : Dill's high fiber content can improve bowel motility and may help with flatulence and bloating. In traditional herbal medicine, dill has also been used to treat digestive issues and bad breath.

Pain relief : One study found that dill powder supplements were as effective as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) in reducing period pain.
Other benefits : Dill may also have antioxidant, antiviral, and brain-protecting properties, and may support the immune system

Parsley is a versatile herb that contains many nutrients and may have many health benefits:

Bone health : Cinnamon contains antioxidants, such as polyphenolsParsley is rich in vitamin K, calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which are all important for bone health. Vitamin K may also help the body absorb calcium and reduce how much calcium is excreted in urine.

Antioxidants : Parsley contains vitamin C and other antioxidants that may help reduce the risk of serious health conditions like heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes.
Antibacterial properties : Parsley contains essential oils, like apiol and myristicin, that can fight harmful bacteria.
Skin health: Parsley's antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties may help prevent and treat acne, and vitamin A may help protect skin from UV rays and prevent skin cancer.
Brain health : Apigenin, an antioxidant found in parsley, may help improve neuron formation and strengthen connections between brain cells.
Other potential benefits : Parsley may also help with digestion, increase urine production, reduce spasms, and increase menstrual flow.