The Best Herbs for Health

Different people will tell you that different herbs are the best to live a healthy existence. Some have a long track record of success in improving the health in individuals with problems ranging from high blood pressure to impotence. If you have been looking to supplement your diet with herbs to improve your health you should try Ginkgo biloba, Panax (Chinese) ginseng, and Ginger.

What Are Herbs?

• Herbs are any part of a plant that has been used for medicine or flavoring. They are natural remedies that have been used by many different cultures including the Chinese, Ayurvedic (Indian) and European cultures to help treat the entire body. Herbs can promote the immune system, cleanse and purify the body, and increase the amount of energy in the body.

Side Effects

• Herbs are typically without as many side effects as medicinal remedies. That being said, some herbs can react negatively with other herbs and with medicines that perform similar actions. For instance, you would not want to take a blood thinning herb like white willow bark if you are taking a blood thinning medication. Consult your physician before taking herbs if you have a history of allergies or if you are currently taking prescription medication.

Ginkgo Biloba

• It is estimated that ginkgo biloba has been used for medical purposes since around 2800 B.C. In its extract form (GBE) it has been used frequently in Europe and the United States. There is a laundry list of illnesses that ginkgo has been tied to treating: headaches, depression, asthma, indigestion, hangovers, ulcers, and incontinence. The main positive effects of ginkgo in long-term health are in improving circulation and brain function. Ginkgo may be able to relieve clogged arteries and reduce high blood pressure. It can also improve neural transmission in the brain and increase blood flow to the brain. It is difficult to find a reliable seller of the herb since the industry is poorly regulated. Find a brand you trust and take 160 milligrams of GBE per day.

Panax Ginseng

• Panax ginseng, which is also known as Chinese or Asian ginseng is one of the most famous herbs in Chinese medical lore. It has been written about in Chinese culture for over 7,000 years. Ginseng is a known adaptogen, which means that it can be used to help many different health problems by helping the body as a whole. Ginseng is connected to relieving stress, improving blood circulation, increasing energy, and it has been used as a strengthening tonic by the elderly. It can also make the immune system and the liver more effective. Take 100 milligrams of ginseng herbal extract per day to enjoy its positive effects.

Ginger

• Ginger (scientific name Zingiber officinale) has been cultivated for thousands of years and is currently one of the world's most popular spices. Ginger can help to stimulate the circulatory system and decrease high blood pressure. It is used to relieve coughs, headaches, aching muscles, kidney stones, toothaches, food poisoning, and an inflamed prostate. It is often used for digestive disorders like nausea, intestinal gas, and colic. It can even help to reduce high cholesterol and treat peptic ulcers. Try taking 2 to 4 grams of dried ginger rhizome powder three times a day to begin bolstering your stomach and making your blood pressure levels healthier.

Dosages

• If you follow the proper dosing for these herbs you will probably not experience any side effects to these herbs. Taking all three of these herbs together will increase their effects and they may contribute to an improvement in your health.