Being a powerhouse of nutrients, herbs are extremely beneficial for your overall health.
Numerous herbs are worldwide recognized for their medicinal properties.
But in this article, we'll talk about the ones which are not that popular, yet effective at improving your health.
When it comes to culinary herbs, we mostly stick to the usual ones such as sage, basil, turmeric, mint, parsley, thyme, cilantro, chili, rosemary, etc. However, there's an endless option of herbs out there, and many lesser-known ones among them deserve your attention as well. They are rich innutrients, which can enhance your health in no time.
Without further ado, let's have a look at the five best herbs among them. Do make sure to incorporate them into your diet.
Lovage (scientifically termed Levisticum officinale Koch.)
Lovage is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It belongs to the Levisticum genus and is now cultivated all across the world. It can be used in salads, soups, curries, and more. Lovage contains a high amount of antioxidant, anti-allergenic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It's beneficial for the skin, and can significantly reduce the symptoms of acne, pimples, and blemishes.
Borage (scientifically termed Borago officinalis)
Borage is also called starflower as it has five-petaled, deep-blue, star-shaped flowers in clusters. It's native to the highlands of Eastern Europe and Asia and is commonly used in salads. It's low in calories and has a good amount of iron, copper, magnesium, potassium, zinc, vitamin A, vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, essential fatty acids, etc. It can reduce your risk of lung and oral cancer in the long run.
Feverfew (scientifically termed Tanacetum parthenium)
Feverfew, a member of the Asteraceae family, is also referred to as the "medieval aspirin" in several regions of the world. It contains a unique plant chemical called parthenolide which is beneficial for people suffering from migraine. It also has volatile oil, sesquiterpene lactones, pyrethrin, tannins, parthenolide, pyrethrin, alpha-pinene, etc. It helps improve arthritis symptoms as well.
Anise Hyssop (scientifically termed Agastache foeniculum)
Anise Hyssop belongs to the mint family, and is native to Southern Canada and also the northern parts of the United States. It has several other names including Anise-Mint, Giant Hyssop, Lavender Giant Hyssop, and more. The leaves are 4 inches long and 2 inches wide, with a short stem and short petioles. It contains lots of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties which aid in your overall health.
Lettuce-leaf Basil (scientifically termed Ocimum basilicum)
A rare and unusual variety of basil, lettuce-leaf basil has a crinkled appearance, just like lettuce leaves. It has a sweet flavor and is used to wrap food items for grilling. Also, it has a very impressive nutritional value, offering numerous benefits to your overall health. It reduces oxidative stress, aids in digestion, controls blood sugar levels, enhances mental health, and more.
The list also includes mitsuba, Vietnamese coriander, bee balm, etc.
