{"id":3202,"date":"2019-12-13T05:45:43","date_gmt":"2019-12-13T05:45:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/?p=3202"},"modified":"2024-10-22T09:08:42","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T09:08:42","slug":"7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses","title":{"rendered":"7 Powerful Medicinal Plants &#038; Their Uses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The term \u2018medicinal plants\u2019 include herbs that are used for medicinal purposes. People grow these medicinal plants in homes or gardens that are useful in treating common ailments. These medicinal or herbal plants have been a part of our lives since prehistoric times that can effectively treat multiple health problems. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, with so much modernisation, their value and powers have been forgotten. So, if you are interested in natural cures as provided in the good ol\u2019 days, bring home these indoor and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/outdoor-plants\"><b>outdoor plants in the UAE<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Let\u2019s have a look at the 7 types of medicinal plants and their notable health benefits:<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses\/#Tulsi\" title=\"Tulsi\">Tulsi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses\/#Mint\" title=\"Mint\">Mint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses\/#Aloe_Vera\" title=\"Aloe Vera\">Aloe Vera<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses\/#Chamomile\" title=\"Chamomile\">Chamomile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses\/#Echinacea\" title=\"Echinacea\">Echinacea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses\/#Lavender\" title=\"Lavender\">Lavender<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-powerful-medicinal-plants-their-uses\/#Marigold\" title=\"Marigold\">Marigold<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tulsi\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Tulsi<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Commonly known as \u2018Holy Basil\u2019, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/tulsi-plants\">tulsi<\/a> is an herb used in Ayurveda for treating cough and indigestion.<\/li>\n<li>The strong aroma of tulsi is known to keep bacterial growth at bay.<\/li>\n<li>Tulsi is known to have anti-cancer properties and considered good for hair loss, diabetes, and heart diseases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mint\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Mint<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Mint is a freshly fragrant medicinal plant that treats indigestion, boosts immunity, and improves the way the brain functions.<\/li>\n<li>Menthol is an organic compound obtained from the oils of mint that helps get rid of congestion and improves breathing.<\/li>\n<li>Chewing mint-flavoured gums helps get rid of bad breath and kill bacteria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aloe_Vera\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Aloe Vera<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The gel of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/aloe-vera-plants\">aloe vera plant<\/a> leaves contain numerous beneficial compounds, including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids.<\/li>\n<li>One of the popular aloe vera medicinal uses includes- treatment of sores, burns, sunburns, and acne.<\/li>\n<li>The aloe vera juice is effective at reducing dental plaque and treats constipation.<\/li>\n<li>Aloevera is one of the most popular outdoor &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/indoor-plants\">indoor plants<\/a> worldwide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chamomile\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Chamomile<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Chamomile is a great medicinal plant for relieving a variety of ailments and effective in diseases including diabetes and cancer.<\/li>\n<li>Chamomile is commonly consumed as a tea that helps relax, aids sleep, and relieves pain.<\/li>\n<li>Consuming chamomile tea also improves overall skin health and relieves congestion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Echinacea\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Echinacea<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Echinacea is another famous medicinal plant this is consumed as a tea and it has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiviral properties.<\/li>\n<li>It accelerates recovery from the common cold and strengthens the immune system.<\/li>\n<li>Echinacea also helps prevent urinary tract infections and relieves upper respiratory issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lavender\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Lavender<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Lavender is an herbal plant commonly used for medicinal and therapeutic properties.<\/li>\n<li>Lavender oil has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that heal burns and bug bites.<\/li>\n<li>Consuming lavender tea can help digestive issues, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal swelling, upset stomach, intestinal gas, and treats respiratory problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marigold\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Marigold<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Marigold is a fragrant plant used for healing wounds, burns, rashes, itchiness, and swelling. It promotes the growth of healthy new tissues and hydrates dry skin.<\/li>\n<li>It has strong antibacterial and antiseptic properties that reduce inflammation and keep the body healthy.<\/li>\n<li>Consumption of tea made with marigold flowers lower symptoms caused by inflammatory bowel diseases and treats gastritis as well as reducing stomach or menstrual cramps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Having these medicinal plants around your home will come handy in treating several infections, bowel diseases, and skin problems.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can easily buy these <a href=\"\/plants\">plants online<\/a> or from the nearest nursery to make the space around you healthier and greener.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>People also search for following plant-related blogs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-best-fragrant-plants-that-will-make-your-home-smell-great\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fragrant Plants That Will Make Your Home Smell Great<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/bring-these-7-plants-home-to-keep-mosquitoes-away\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plants in Home to Keep the Mosquitoes Away<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/how-keeping-plants-in-your-house-can-benefit-your-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How Keeping Plants In Your House Can Benefit Your Health?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The term \u2018medicinal plants\u2019 include herbs that are used for medicinal purposes. People grow these medicinal plants in homes or gardens that are useful in treating common ailments. These medicinal or herbal plants have been a part of our lives since prehistoric times that can effectively treat multiple health problems. However, with so much modernisation, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[7],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>7 Powerful Medicinal Plants &amp; Their Uses<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Apart from purifying the air, do you how much plants are beneficial for our health!! 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