A healthy Herb ChrysanthemumExtracts of chrysanthemum indicum- The a flowering plant that we see in our gardens Europe and Asia- may have with in it bacteria-fighting, anti-inflammatory, and immune-enhancing properties, that is according to a recent study.

In laboratory tests on animal and human cell lines, scientists have found that chrysanthemum extract also helped to advance the destruction of cancer cells without harming the normal cells.

Did you know in Ayurveda (the traditional alternative medicine of India), the chrysanthemum has long been used to treat fever, headache’s, and also high blood pressure? The herb is also used as a remedy for a number of immune-related diseases in the traditional medicines of Korea, China, and Japan.

Previous research suggests that chrysanthemum may help relieve dermatitis, as well as help treat rheumatoid arthritis. We have a lot of catching up to do in the west when it comes to truly understanding herbs for health, but we’re getting there…

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