Ralf`s book of superfoods and nutrition - part 6

Herbs as food provide the body with a whole series of nutrients that it can not obtain either due to poor nutrition or deficient environmental factors in the soil or in the air.

Herbs as medicines are essential assistants of the body that work harmoniously with the body functions so that it can regulate and heal itself. Herbs have been used for centuries in natural healing methods. Herbs are best used in their natural form instead of isolating them from the active herbal ingredients, the so-called "active ingredients". Because all body parts and most disease symptoms are linked, it is advisable to use herbs as they can affect any part of the problem.

Nettles - the intestinal mover.

These plants are best known as nettles. When you use the leaves dried and eat the saliva neutralizes the spine. Nettles are incredibly effective in removing unwanted pounds. A cup of nettle tea in the morning is ideal to get around to transport things to the bowel division. The nettle leaves improve the thyroid function, promote the metabolism and dissolve mucus in the intestine, so that the rinsing of excess waste is made possible.

Echinacea - Echinacea is a well-known name when it comes to fighting colds and flu.

This herb is used as a natural antibiotic and immune system stimulator and helps in building resistance. The reason for its effectiveness is its ability to stimulate the lymph flow in the body. The lymph runs parallel with our blood circulation and carries toxins from the body. The herb can be taken in liquid or capsule form for 2-3 weeks periods during "high risk" flu seasons. The tea developed from this plant has also been popular because of the treatment of infections and tumors including skin cancer.

Ginseng - Ginseng is the quintessence of herbs for dealing with stress.

This ancient herb was used throughout Asia as an energizer tonic. This particular plant is particularly useful in rehabilitation after a disease or surgery because of its ability to restore anti-infections. It promotes the regeneration of stress and fatigue.

Alfalfa - The herb Lucerne is one of the richest sources of vitamins found in plants.

It has a high content of vitamins A, E and K. And alfalfa sprouts contain 150 percent more Amino acids as corn or wheat. One ounce (about 28 g) contains 267 IU of vitamin D.

Special info follows about Aloe Vera and Chaga.