Natural methods can be used to make the body resistant to infections. We present a list of 10 aromatic plants that strengthen the immune system and actively fight viruses!
1. Echinacea purpurea
This plant has many beautiful names, such as prairie flower or evening sun, and just as many benefits. It has the most powerful immunomodulatory effect, increasing the body's resistance to disease-causing bacteria and viruses.
2. Carnation
This healthy spice, which we usually associate with mulled wine and hot tea, is a real treasure trove of phenolic compounds. They effectively fight against pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi and even parasites that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, a glass of warm tea with cloves, citrus fruits and honey is a great idea during an epidemic.
3. Garlic
Garlic stimulates the immune system and inhibits the vital activity of a number of pathogenic microorganisms. Experiment by British scientists
showedthat its use for 12 weeks reduces the risk of developing acute respiratory infections by 63%. It is recommended to eat 2-3 cloves of garlic per day.4. Bay leaf
This spice needs no introduction. Bay leaves are a constant companion of soups and broths. Usually we do not think about its medicinal properties, and after all, in the middle of the 19th century, its effectiveness in the treatment of fever and malaria was noted.
Bay leaf is a powerful immunomodulator and antiseptic that disinfects the body. In addition, this spice has an expectorant effect, helping to relieve coughs.
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5. Ginger
Ginger helps the body fight many of the most common pathogens of infectious and inflammatory diseases. For example, Pakistani scientists have established its activity against E. coli, staphylococci, streptococci, pneumococcus, etc.
6. Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus leaves contain the active ingredient cineole, a powerful natural antiseptic. It has an immunomodulatory, analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect on the body.
7. Oregano (oregano)
This perennial plant is rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, potassium and calcium. This chemical composition stimulates the production of white blood cells - blood cells that protect the body from viruses and bacteria. And thymol in oregano has an analgesic effect.
8. Basil
Many varieties of basil, including sweet ones, help fight viral infections. Study showedthat apigenin and ursular acid in the composition of the plant exhibit activity against herpes viruses, hepatitis B and enterovirus. Also, basil has established itself as a means to strengthen the immune system.
9. Rosemary
Rosemary contains many beneficial compounds, including oleanolic acid. In animal and cell studies, she demonstrates activity against herpes virus, HIV, influenza and hepatitis.
10. Dandelion
Dandelion has many medicinal properties, including antiviral effects. Proventhat its extract fights hepatitis B and influenza. In addition, phytocompounds in dandelion leaves, roots and flowers inhibit the multiplication of mosquito-borne dengue virus.
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