7 Must Have Herbs For Yogis
If you are a yogi, here are some herbs that you shouldn't miss in your home: Schisandra (schisandra chinesis) Schisandra belongs to a group of herbs known as adaptogens.
These are herbs that help the body to deal with stress.
These herbs also aid in toning and strengthening the endocrine system.
Schisandra has been shown to be very effective in maintaining sugar levels and improving sleep.
Various research studies have shown that it also aids in helping the liver to detoxify the body.
Astragalus (Astragalum membranaceus) Astragalus also belongs to the adatptogen group.
The herb aids in improving the immune system, digestion, body energy, and improving the respiratory system.
The herb also aids in fighting chronic fatigue that is usually brought about by stress.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) This herb aids in easing muscle and joint discomfort.
According to yoga experts, you should take the herb when you are having muscle or joint discomfort.
The reason why the herb is so ideal for this function is because it contains GLA which is an essential fatty acid that soothes inflammation.
Cayenne (Capsicum annuum) This is a strong pain-killer and an anti-inflammatory.
The herb is usually applied as a cream (on the external parts of the body); however, it can also be taken internally where you need to take the soup made from the herb's leaves.
When using it as a cream, you should be very careful as it has the ability of burning your skin.
To be on the safe side its recommended that you always consult your doctor or yoga instructor before using it.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) It aids in detoxifying your liver thus leaving you feeling great on the inside.
Yoga experts usually recommend it after extensively practicing detoxifying yoga poses.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Ginger aids in easing muscle fatigue and soreness.
The herb has also been found to be very effective in preventing inflammation.
While the herb has these benefits, you should be cautious when taking it.
This is because large doses of the herb put you at risk of developing heart and bleeding problems.
To be on the safe side its recommended that you keep your dosage to eight 500 mg capsules or fewer per day.
This is an equivalent of half to one teaspoonful of fresh ground herbs.
Tumeric (Curcuma longa) Scientists have shown that Tumeric is very effective in protecting the liver from toxic chemicals.
The herb also reduces carcinogenic agents in the body.
You should note that some people tend to develop digestive irritation when they take this herb; therefore, you should be very careful when taking it.
These are herbs that help the body to deal with stress.
These herbs also aid in toning and strengthening the endocrine system.
Schisandra has been shown to be very effective in maintaining sugar levels and improving sleep.
Various research studies have shown that it also aids in helping the liver to detoxify the body.
Astragalus (Astragalum membranaceus) Astragalus also belongs to the adatptogen group.
The herb aids in improving the immune system, digestion, body energy, and improving the respiratory system.
The herb also aids in fighting chronic fatigue that is usually brought about by stress.
Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) This herb aids in easing muscle and joint discomfort.
According to yoga experts, you should take the herb when you are having muscle or joint discomfort.
The reason why the herb is so ideal for this function is because it contains GLA which is an essential fatty acid that soothes inflammation.
Cayenne (Capsicum annuum) This is a strong pain-killer and an anti-inflammatory.
The herb is usually applied as a cream (on the external parts of the body); however, it can also be taken internally where you need to take the soup made from the herb's leaves.
When using it as a cream, you should be very careful as it has the ability of burning your skin.
To be on the safe side its recommended that you always consult your doctor or yoga instructor before using it.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) It aids in detoxifying your liver thus leaving you feeling great on the inside.
Yoga experts usually recommend it after extensively practicing detoxifying yoga poses.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Ginger aids in easing muscle fatigue and soreness.
The herb has also been found to be very effective in preventing inflammation.
While the herb has these benefits, you should be cautious when taking it.
This is because large doses of the herb put you at risk of developing heart and bleeding problems.
To be on the safe side its recommended that you keep your dosage to eight 500 mg capsules or fewer per day.
This is an equivalent of half to one teaspoonful of fresh ground herbs.
Tumeric (Curcuma longa) Scientists have shown that Tumeric is very effective in protecting the liver from toxic chemicals.
The herb also reduces carcinogenic agents in the body.
You should note that some people tend to develop digestive irritation when they take this herb; therefore, you should be very careful when taking it.
