Recovering From Illness – The 4 Herbs That Can Help

Diseases and illnesses, even if they’re as apparently insignificant as the regular cold and flu, often leave their effects behind on the body, most commonly in form of weakness and fatigue. You don’t feel like your old energetic self who could run a marathon. Now, you have to push yourself to even get out of bed.

This happens because our body works extra hard to repair and rejuvenate itself after an illness. There are several herbs that can support your body during the recovery process. Here are some of them:

1.     Panax Ginseng

Panax ginseng, commonly known as Asian or Korean ginseng, has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years for a variety of reasons. One of them is to replenish body’s energy. It has been widely used as a tonic to fight against fatigue, particularly in people suffering from chronic illnesses. Modern scientific research studies have also found some evidence for the fatigue-fighting properties of panax ginseng.[1] It also helps improve the immune function.[2]

Ginsenosides, the main active components of Asian ginseng, also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.[3]Panax ginseng also helps in post-surgical recovery.[4]

Looking for a pure Asian ginseng formulation? At HerbEra, we have 100% pure Asian ginseng tincture in both alcohol-based and alcohol-free formulations.

 

2.     Licorice

Licorice root is one of the best-known natural remedy for body aches, sleeplessness, and general exhaustion and fatigue that often follows an illness. As an adaptogenic herb, licorice can help improve the body’s ability to deal with stress by boosting the functioning of adrenal gland.[5] It also helps to restore healthy levels of cortisol in the body.

Licorice root is also known to possess immune-boosting, antioxidant,[6] and ant-inflammatory properties. It has long been used in traditional medicinal systems for a variety of fungal and viral infections.[7]

Licorice root is also known as a demulcent; a compound that when taken internally helps soothe inflamed tissues and protect the damaged ones.[8]

At HerbEra, we offer licorice root in two herbal formulations – licorice tincture and licorice capsules. Get any of them to experience the incredible benefits of licorice root.

 

3.     Amla

Amla, or Indian gooseberry, is a highly valued herb in Ayurveda and understandably so. The fruit of amla plant, which is also known by the same name, is packed with vitamin C. It also contains vitamins A and B-complex, polyphenols, and a range of beneficial minerals, like calcium, iron, magnesium, carotene, and phosphorus. It’s also rich in antioxidants.

Amla contains 20 times more vitamin C than an orange and 10 times more antioxidants, in total, than raspberries and blueberries.[9]

Amla also has antimicrobial properties and also works as a powerful anti-inflammatory due to the higher concentration of antioxidants.[10] It is also effective against cellular damage. Vitamin C present in amla can also help strengthen and regulate the immune functioning.[11]

Together, all these powerful properties of amla help the body recover and rejuvenate after sickness. Get 100% pure and organic amla tincture and amla capsules from us!

 

4.     Echinacea

Echinacea, also called purple coneflower, has centuries’ long history of use for various inflammatory conditions and upper respiratory infections.[12] Echinacea species also have antioxidant and immune boosting properties,[13] which means they can help improve the body’s natural ability to fight against diseases and illnesses[14] and support recovery. They also help boost energy levels.

The caffeic acid, rosmarinic acid, and alkamides present in Echinacea plants also offer help in relieving anxiety.[15]

At HerbEra, we offer various types of formulations of Echinacea Angustifolia and Echinacea urpurea; the two most potent Echinacea species used in the herbal world for health-boosting purposes. You can get pure Echinacea Angustifolia tincture and Echinacea Purpurea tincture.

These are some of the best herbs to use to recover from an illness. They can help the body fight against the negative after effects of illnesses, support healthy functioning of various organs, and regain strength and energy. Use these herbs to speed up recovery after an illness.

 

 

References:

[1]https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29624410/

[2]https://www.aafp.org/afp/2003/1015/p1539.html

[3]https://www.aafp.org/afp/2003/1015/p1539.html

[4]https://www.florafarm.de/Questions-and-answers-about-ginseng

[5]https://adrenalfatiguesolution.com/licorice-root-adrenal-fatigue/

[6]https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S030881461000244X

[7]https://adrenalfatiguesolution.com/licorice-root-adrenal-fatigue/

[8]https://elanaspantry.com/licorice-root/

[9]https://harmonyveda.com/2020/02/06/amla-the-holy-drops-of-amrutha/

[10]https://www.thestatesman.com/lifestyle/variety/almost-nothing-is-left-untouched-that-will-not-be-cured-by-indian-gooseberry-1502835324.html

[11]https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/indian-gooseberry#what-it-is

[12]https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10825459/

[13]https://www.insider.com/herbs-to-boost-immune-system

[14]https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23195946/ , https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24868871/

[15]https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/echinacea

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