Turmeric is a tropical South Asian perennial plant. It is the rhizome of the ginger-like Curcuma longa plant. In temperate climates, the leaves are used as a herb, but only the rhizome is used as a spice in Asia. Turmeric thrives on loamy soil with adequate drainage and requires very little fertilizer. It does not […]
Andrographis paniculata leaves, commonly known as Kalmegh or Kalmegham in Sanskrit, is an Ayurvedic herb. It is an annual plant, native to India and other parts of Asia. The leaves of the plant are harvested for their health benefits. It is used for the treatment of common cold and seasonal allergies. Andrographis paniculata has been […]
Cinnamon, an aromatic spice, comes from the inner bark of tropical evergreen trees. These are native to South East Asia, but are now produced in many countries. The most commonly used type of cinnamon is “cassia cinnamon,” which is made from the inner bark of the Chinese cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum aromaticum). It is the dried […]
Ginger is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic agent. The benefits of ginger include its ability to help relieve nausea and vomiting, prevent cancer, boost immunity and improve blood circulation. The medicinal […]
