Our well-being is determined by our body, our mind and our spirit or the energy flow. We feel good when all three dimensions are consistent. The methods of naturopathy aim to bring in a natural way our three forces into balance.
Naturopathy does not consist of a single technology, but rather with many different approaches and methods, all of which have in common is that they focus on natural ingredients and treatment methods. For naturopathy the approaches of Chinese medicine are as Ayurveda, the Bach flower therapy, Shiatsu, crystal therapy, iridology, chromotherapy, aromatherapy.
Naturopathic approaches are based on the realization that nature has an almost inexhaustible wealth of effective herbal remedies and drugs on hand with which all kinds of ailments can be treated gently. For many centuries, medicinal plants and herbs are used to alleviate physical and mental suffering. As one of the first and still most important Kräuterkundlerinnen applies
With a little luck and the right tips anyone can create their own home Heilpflanzengarten whether on the balcony, in the home garden or even in the home.
We've compiled a list of the ten most popular medicinal plants - and how to plant them best and pflegst
skin: Aloe vera gel relieves pain in wounds, burns (including sunburns) and engravings. It can also be used against acne. Its vitamin C and collagen enhance the positive effect.
Hair: Aloe Vera regenerates, it can strengthen the hair. The information contained mineral salts and vitamins Aloe Vera can also have a whitening effect on your hair.
stomach and intestines: The juice of Aloe Vera contains active ingredients that prevent the development of harmful intestinal bacteria, the pH increase, the digestive activity to promote, improve the functions of the pancreas and regulate blood sugar
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Detoxification: Aloe Vera stimulates intestinal activity and thereby causes the cleaning of toxins that accumulate in our organs. The medicinal plant also has a positive effect on the liver.
Immune System: Aloe Vera, by the contained vitamins - especially E, C, B1, B2, B3, B12 - be an effective boost to the immune system
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Antioxidant effect: The high quantity of mineral salts contained in Aloe Vera counteract cell aging.
cultivation and care
Aloe Vera does not require special care, it is a hardy plant that thrives as a decorative houseplant. An aloe vera plant comes several days without water. However, the fact that the irrigation water can drain eighth, because standing water can withstand Aloe vera bad.
Even with a temperature difference is not as good Aloe Vera clear. Originally the plant originates from Africa, it thrives best in a bright, dry location with consistent, warm temperature. Anything between 18 and about 30 ℃ can withstand an aloe plant good, permanent temperatures including harm her. If you plant the plant outdoors, you should definitely bring them in for the winter in the apartment.
Basil
Application
Cardiovascular system: Basil is rich in carotenoids like beta-carotene, which can be converted into vitamin A. Carotenoids ensure there is no cholesterol on the walls of the blood vessels that accumulate, increasing the risk of atherosclerosis and heart attacks decreases.
Cancer Prevention: Basil has strong antioxidant properties that protect the body from free radical damage and can even prevent cancer
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Skin and Hair: Essential oils of basil-based care for shiny hair and are also effective in the treatment of acne
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bone and connective tissue: Basil essential oil is anti-inflammatory and thereby provides relief from swollen joints and bones
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stomach and intestines: Due to its anti-inflammatory effect basil can also help with stomach and intestinal problems
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Antibacterial function: The essential oil contained in basil protects against unwanted bacterial growth even when antibiotics fail. can be applied locally on wounds basil leaves prevent bacterial infections.
cultivation and care
care of a well-drained soil, and distances from 15 to 20 cm between plants. Basil feels in sun or partial shade well, best is a sheltered position. Basil needs a lot of water and must therefore cast frequently.
Tip: If the stem has four pairs of leaves, you can have him on the leaves cut so that the plant gets a denser growth.
cinnamon
Application
Diabetes: Cinnamon lowers the glycemic level in the blood and promotes the entry of glucose into the cells
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circulation: Essential oil of cinnamon has an anticoagulant effect and promotes blood circulation
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cancer prevention: Cinnamon can help regulate blood sugar levels and thereby adversely affect the growth of tumors
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Antibacterial effects: Due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties of cinnamon can inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi
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Cardiovascular System: The high proportion of fiber and calcium in cinnamon has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system
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Antioxidant effect: Cinnamon is among the top 10 of the most powerful antioxidants that exist in nature. Antioxidants protect the body from oxidative damage caused by free radicals.
cultivation and care
Cinnamon can be grown in the garden, but also in pots on the balcony or terrace. When Zimtpflanze it is actually a tree up to 15 m can be highly outdoors. Cinnamon needs a warm location possible. Most suitable is a temperature between 20 and 30 ° C and sufficient humidity. Cinnamon also lower temperatures can temporarily withstand any case no frost.
Cayenne
Application
Weight loss: Cayenne has a positive effect on the metabolism and can thereby facilitate weight loss
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Cardiovascular System: The medicinal plant Cayenne feeds the vital elements of capillary cells, veins and arteries and can help regulate blood pressure
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blood pressure and cholesterol levels: Cayenne is an excellent natural remedy for high blood pressure. Cayenne can help to cleanse the arteries and to rid the body of bad cholesterol.
stomach and intestines: capsacin, the active ingredient in cayenne, which can inhibit the formation of stomach acid and prevent ulcers or even cure and remedy for heartburn
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Immune System: Cayenne may as detoxifying and restorative medicinal plant help to keep our natural defense system in momentum or get fit again for colds
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In addition, cayenne allergies may alleviate, prevent muscle spasms and improve digestion.
cultivation and care
The plant of cayenne pepper prefers a rich soil. The plants are up to 120 cm high, therefore they should be planted in a distance of about one meter from each other and are supported by a pile. Even if you grow the plants in pots, you need a growth aid.
If you want your Cayenne plant properly protect against the cold, she survives the Central European winter and brings you in summer a new crop.
Eucalyptus
Application
Antibacterial and atemerweiternde effect: eucalyptus oil has a particularly anti-inflammatory effect, thus helping for example, sinusitis, bronchitis and flu-like infections. Eucalyptus accelerates the healing of wounds and burns.
circulation: Eucalyptus oil can promote blood circulation, which is why it is used for muscle pain.
pain: Eucalyptus may have an analgesic effect, for example, in migraine and rheumatism
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cultivation and care
Eucalyptus is a tropical plant. It needs a warm spot with lots of natural sunlight and is not necessarily suitable as a house plant. In winter you can cover and protect them from cold and frost the eucalyptus plant. If you have planted the eucalyptus in the bucket, you should spend the winter inside him anyway.
Garlic
Application
Immune System: Garlic is excellent for treating infections and strengthen the immune system. He is also a very common remedy for colds and is considered a natural antibiotic.
circulation: Garlic can improve circulation by dilating the blood vessels. In addition, garlic has a stimulating effect on the production of red blood cells.
Blood Glucose: Garlic is one of the glucose-lowering medicinal plants and can even help to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood and thus reduce the risk of heart disease
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cultivation and care
Garlic needs a lot of sunlight. You can grow the plant in the ground or in a pot. If you are using a pot, make sure that you are using nutrient-rich soil. The best time to plant garlic in the fall. It can also be planted in the spring, the harvest but less by the shortened crop time fail (Summer garlic) is.
Lavender
application
cosmetics: Its unique scent is lavender especially like in the manufacture of perfumes, soaps and creams used.
tranquilizer: Lavender is a natural relaxant that acts to make without getting tired.
Lavender is a hardy plant that can be grown quite easily and in different climatic conditions. Most comfortable to Lavender feels in dry, rocky soil in a sunny location. Lavender is also a widespread balcony plant, as a houseplant but it is not suitable.
Oregano
Application
Natural Antibiotic: Oregano oil has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal. So it can fight bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Cardiovascular system: Oregano can be used preventively in risk factors for stroke or heart attack, as he has a blood-thinning effect
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cultivation and care
The oregano plant is extremely tough and requires little maintenance. Oregano grows well on different soil types, even on poor soils. The plant is resistant to drought and not last, parasites and cold, as long as the cold phases are not too intense for too long. Oregano grows best in a sunny place. It is advisable to mix the soil with sand to ensure optimum drainage.
Rosemary
Application
exhaustion: Rosemary stimulates circulation and can relieve such symptoms of exhaustion and rheumatic complaints.
stress: rosemary has a calming effect and helps relaxing on the psyche.
Digestion: In indigestion rosemary can naturally and gently bring the digestive momentum
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cultivation and care
Rosemary prefers dry and stony soils where the water flows fast. but the plant can adapt well to different texture. suitable sunny places or partial shade. Originally, the plant comes from the Mediterranean and therefore grow especially in a warm climate. Through their adaptability to find them even m in rocky mountainous areas over 1000. The European winter can rosemary tolerated as long as it is protected from frost.
thyme
Application
Antibacterial action: Thyme is rich applies to vitamin B and minerals and because of its antiseptic and antibacterial effect as a natural antibiotic.
colds: The medicinal plant is effective in influenza infections, bronchitis, colds and all respiratory diseases.
Food Preservation: Thyme is, like oregano and rosemary, an integral part of Mediterranean cuisine. However thyme is not only for its aroma used, but also because of its antiseptic properties and for food preservation.
cultivation and care
The ideal soil type is calcareous, mixed with a little clay and with a slightly alkaline pH. The soil should be well permeable to water, for example by mixing them with sand. Perfect oregano air is sunny-warm, wherein the plant withstands cold in medium to high altitudes. Excessive humidity and not run-off water in the roots of oregano tolerate, however bad.
