Garlic: Garlic has accomplished plenty. The bible mentions its Israeli connection. It inspired Roman soldiers to be courageous. Garlic comes packed with immunity-boosting abilities and can help increase resistance to various diseases, including dealing with free radicals. It has anti-bacterial effects, anti-thrombic effects and helps settle a cold and fever. It is most effective in lowering blood pressure.

Ginger: Ginger has been known for its virtuous properties since ancient times, mostly thanks to its aphrodisiac qualities. This aside, it’s a medical boon. While the Greek used it to make ginger bread, takes from the Caribbean tell us of it as a way to increase fecundity. At times, it was chewed and spat out to expel sickness. This piquant spice has its uses in treating respiratory disorders and some stomach-related ones like dyspepsia, and flatulence, an amazing remedy which packs a dose of wellbeing.

Ginseng: This Chinese herb is also known as panax, is a cure all, it is anti-inflammatory and helps treat nausea. Loaded with do good properties, it is eaten to treat hypertension, fatigue, stress, arthritis and correct a weak memory. Packed with vitamins and minerals that fortify the immune system, it wields positive power over both, the mind and the body.

Oat grass: The only use the oats have, according to the British, is as good old horse food and porridge, because it is highly nutritious, loaded with proteins, vitamins B and E, minerals, zinc and silica. Fiber rich, it helps get rid of constipation and soothes the digestive tract. It lowers cholesterol levels and strengthens the heart and bones. The vitamin E content gives it excellent moisturizing properties. Oatmeal buffs the skin, gently removing impurities. Its soft, cleansing action soothes the most irritated and sensitive skin. Mix powdered oats with rose water to make a great face scrub.

Banana: We offer it to gods in gratitude for making our land fertile. The banana is regarded as the reincarnation of the goodness of plenty herself. Banana contains high level of skin conditioning vitamins and minerals including potassium and magnesium. It keeps our intestines oiled. Eat ripe bananas to get relief from constipation. Banana makes a wonderful moisturizing and anti-aging mask. It is very soothing and intensely nourishing; it is an excellent moisture boost for dehydrated complexions. It has its use in hair conditioning too. Combine a ripe banana with a few drops of almond oil. Massage into your hair and then allow working its wonders for 15 minutes. Rinse with soda water and then shampoo and condition.

Coconut: It is thought to be the fruit of aspiration and it is considered auspicious to break a coconut to inaugurate or start a new venture. Coconut can be compared to mother’s milk in its chemical balance. Coconut and its water are in high in minerals such as potassium, phosphorous, iron, magnesium and zinc and some B vitamins. Look to coconut oil to plump up hair texture and quality.

Tomato: In the days of yore, in Europe, the tomato was referred to as the love apple and given as a token of affection to loved ones. Tomatoes are rich in vitamin A and C, calcium phosphorous, potassium and sodium. It helps detoxify the body, purify the blood and aids digestion. Its low calorie content gives it an edge over other veggies. Besides, its natural face cleanser for tomato pulp, just massage some gently on your face to get rid of the grime.

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