Healing Plants – MINT
Mint grows in South America, in abundance in all climates, Argentina, Uruguay, Bolivia and Paraguay.
Taking it in teas, has the property to facilitate digestion difficult. In Argentina it is prized for its healing qualities in various diseases and problems. There are many kinds of mints, and all are valued for their high curative value.
Its use occurs in both candy and dressing in salads, due to its invigorating effect creates a feeling of well being. Because of its great healing power this plant is used in: Digestive problems, stomach aches, diarrhea, anxiety, nervousness, general malaise, lethargy, indigestion, headaches, bad breath, strengthens the glands and is very suitable for people with heart problems .For people who go through periods of depression or anxiety, this plant is also appropriate. Remove the intestinal flatulence, very effective against cramps and aches cephalic. Against dizziness or vomiting also acts favorably, as well as in problems of the liver and kidneys. It can be used in teas and to flavor foods such as soups, salads, and otrso culinary preparations. Their placement in the meals big benefit to those who consume. Mint powder dust To make a dried mint leaves in the shade in a dry and ventilated, then when it is brittle, pulverized using known means, such as a coffee grinder or by hand with a wooden mortar. Stuffing and then saved.
As prepared as an infusion
To prepare the tea, is used 30 grams of this herb in a quart of water. Boil the water and then place on the grass, letting stand a few minutes, can be sweetened with sugar or honey. For digestive problems, was taken after a cup of hot meals. Then you can follow every four hours, a well. Using fresh mint juice Meets a handful of mint leaves and add a little water with very little sugar, is liquefied in a food processor or blender vegetable, filtered through a fine sieve and stored in refrigerator. Then you can take a spoonful every hour of juice during the day.
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