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A brief history of Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants and other nutrients should probably begin with the Chinese Emperor Shennong (2737 BC) who stopped to rest under a tree. A few tea leaves fell into his cup of hot water. The Emperor drunk the light green brew, and found it incredibly refreshing and tasty.

The legend has it that from then on he asked his servants to prepare the drink for him by steeping fresh tea leaves in hot water.

We have no way of checking whether this story is true but we know it was first recorded by a Chinese scholar, Lu Yu in the first ever book on tea: ‘The Classic of Tea’. This work, compiled some 1,200 years ago is considered the first written record of green tea being brewed and consumed.

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The Chinese have enjoyed tea for millennia

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MS Guardio is writing a series of short articles about the healing properties some plants, flowers and foods at this time of pandemic and national crisis. In this article we give an overview of Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants and other nutrients.

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Marco Polo was probably the first person to bring tea to the West as he travelled to China in the 13th century. It is also possible that the Islamic traders introduced green tea to Europe even earlier. However, the first written records come from 1610 when ‘a shipment of a few jars of green tea for some elites’ arrived in Holland and Portugal.

Today, tea is one of the most popular drinks in the world. In Britain alone we drink approximately 100,000,000 cups of tea every day, with green tea increasing in popularity due to its therapeutic properties.

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Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants – Grow your own!

Green tea can be easily grown in the UK. The plant thrives in the British climate, it loves moisture and acidic soil. The Royal Horticultural Society provides an excellent guide to growing tea and published a list of tea plant suppliers.

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Prepare green tea with water that is cooler than boiling and allow to steep for 3 minutes

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The Camelia sinensis plant contains complex mixture of antioxidants, amino acids, enzymes, vitamins and caffeine.

While all these work in synergy, it is Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants, called catechins (epigallocatechin gallate, otherwise known as EGCG is considered the most significant ) that are responsible for tea’s most impressive medicinal properties.

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Healing power of green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants

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Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants and rheumatoid arthritis

While some research into green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants has been conducted, more human trials are needed, a recent research has clearly indicated that drinking green tea provides significant relief of symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.

This is welcome news to arthritis sufferers who have so far only relied on drugs which can have unpleasant side effects when used for a long time.

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Green tea’s antifungal activity

The anti-fungal activity of green tea too has been well documented, especially against the opportunistic yeast, candida albicans.

One of the studies shows that when combined with standard medical treatment, the green tea catechins enhance its anti-fungal effect.

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Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants help protects against flu

The catechins in green tea can also offer protection against flu. Since the 1990s, several studies have shown that green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants may decrease flu infection rates and some cold viruses.  Gargling with green tea catechin may help protect against developing flu infection.

In addition, it boosts the antibacterial effectiveness of antibiotics used to treat skin infections and can prevent food-borne bacteria, like E.coli, and Helicobacter pylori from taking hold inside the body.

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Can green tea help reduce Covid-related risks?

A recently published study looked at the ability of catechins in green tea to reduce overall risks related to COVID-19. The preliminary findings are exciting and show a striking difference between countries with high and low consumption of green tea .

A study by scientists from the Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine and the Central Research Institute of Japan showed that bioactive compounds in green tea, oolong tea and black tea had a remarkable antiviral effect on the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the causative pathogen of COVID- 19.

They found that the tea compounds, especially TSA and TFDG, significantly reduced the replication and release of SARS-CoV-2. There is much new research emerging on the importance of tea in the battle with COVID-19, but many of these studies have not yet been peer-reviewed and it is early days.

Sit back and partake of the simple pleasure of green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants for it is undoubtedly doing you a power of good in the process.

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Carefully goes it!

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Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants also contains caffeine which can boost alertness but can also have some (transient) side effects.

There is 35mg of caffeine in a standard 8oz cup (95mg in a cup of brewed coffee). This is a moderate amount but for people like myself, who are sensitive to caffeine, even this amount can cause dizziness, light-headedness, and occasionally a headache. To avoid this, I limit my intake of green tea to no more than 2 cups a day.

My preferred varieties are Sencha or Matcha (grown in the shade to boost its chlorophyll content). I have recently discovered decaffeinated green tea, which boasts similar properties to its caffeinated sister. I regularly drink Tetley and Clipper Organic brands to ensure I get all the benefits without the side effects of caffeine.

If you suffer from anaemia and iron deficiency, moderate your intake of all tea, including green tea. The tannins in tea can block the absorption of iron into your body.

Green tea can thin blood, so contact your doctor if you plan to start drinking it regularly and have bleeding disorder.

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Enjoy green tea’s rich antioxidants!

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Not only is green tea refreshing and tasty. Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants has also been shown to have significant anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. It can enhance standard medical treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and can protect from flu and various bacterial and fungal infections.

Green tea’s rich brew of antioxidants may also hold the answer to why some countries are doing so much better in preventing COVID-19 and could minimise the associated risks.

Green tea leaves are not oxidised like black leaves and  you should never use boiling water (100 degrees C) to make your cup of green tea. To enjoy the full delicate flavour of the tea you should use water at about 150 to 180 degrees Centigrade, well short of boiling. Then allow the tea to steep for about three minutes, before sitting down with a good book and your steaming cup of delicious green tea.

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Medicinal Flowers

1. Sweet Alyssum
   –  Alyssum has powerful health benefits
   –  Essential nutrients to the body
   –  Prevent kidney diseases
   –  Natural diuretic
   –  Prevent an excessive retention of water in the body
2. Ammi
   –  Widening blood vessels
   –  Treating atherosclerosis
3. Nasturtium
   –  Packed with nutrition
   –  High levels of vitamin C
   –  Improve the immune system
   –  tackling sore throats, coughs, and colds and
   –  bacterial and fungal infections.
4. Echinacea
   –  Immunostimulatory and anti-inflammatory properties,
   –  Reduce alleviation of cold symptoms
5. Day Lily
   –  Daylilies are edible, herbs for cooking purposes
   –  A treat to sight
   –  Helps in detoxifying and curing insomnia
6. Garlic Chives
   –  Rich in vitamins C and A, potassium, iron, beta carotene
   –  Maintaining blood pressure
   –  Increasing immunity power
7. Lavender
   –  Lavender oil has antiseptic properties.
   –  And anti-inflammatory properties
8. Yarrow
   –  Counteract hair loss
   –  Relieve toothache

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Our kind planet supports many flowers and plants that offer completely natural medicinal properties.

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Antiviral Agents

1. Elderberry
2. Echinacea
3. Garlic
4. Green tea
5. Olive leaf
6. Castor oil
7. Aloe Vera
8. Extract of Aloe Vera leaves – has been previously reported to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral effects.

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Some foods are natural antiviral agents

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The medicinal power of echinacea has been known for thousands of years.

Coneflowers in the Snow

Sentries, standing tall, erect
waiting for spring
the coneflowers in the snow
frozen in place
green long gone,
the brown turning to gray
the seeds still there
save for those the birds picked
standing with the flocks,
the other garden plants,
tall above the snow

(Raymond A. Foss)

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MS Guardio is writing a series of short articles about the healing properties some plants, flowers and foods at this time of pandemic and national crisis.

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Apart from the medicinal power of Echinacea, it is a spectacular plant with large daisy like flowers in various shades of purple, red, orange, yellow and white. It is considered a flowering herb as not only it is a gorgeous plant to enjoy in your garden and as cut flower, but echinacea has numerous medicinal properties.

Echinacea (from Greek: echino, meaning prickly, because of its spiky centre) is also known as coneflower after the plant’s cone-shaped middle. The generic name, Rudbeckia purpurea, comes from the name of Olaf Rudbeck, a botanist and physician, and the son of a great Swedish botanist who studied the plant in mid 18th century.

Echinacea is native to the eastern and central prairies of North America.

The medicinal power of echinacea was well known to indigenous Americans and settlers alike.  It was one of the most popular remedies in the medicine chest of the early settlers and pioneer doctors, commonly used for colds, coughs, toothache, snake bites, rheumatism, arthritis, various infections and burns.

It has been used by indigenous American tribes as a sacred medicinal herb for centuries The medicine men washed their hands in Echinacea juice in order to pick out meat from boiling stews with the plant juice acting as burn preventative!

The first commercial European preparations of echinacea were made in mid 20th century in Germany, and then in Switzerland . Echinacea first arrived in England in 1699, and has been growing in popularity as both, a garden plant and a herbal remedy, ever since.

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The medicinal power of echinacea

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The medicinal power of echinacea is wide ranging:

• anti-inflammatory
• anti-viral
• anti-bacterial
• immune-supporting
• hydrating and protecting from oxidative stress (skin preparations)

The medicinal power of echinacea has been very well studied. Similar to other medicinal herbs, the strength of echinacea’s medicinal properties is largely dependant on where and how the plant is grown and prepared for consumption. But overall its immune-supporting, anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties have been clearly established.

These are linked to the health promoting properties of caftaric and chicoric acids found in all parts of the plant.

Cancer Research UK states that while there is not yet sufficient evidence to use echinacea as a cancer treatment, laboratory studies have shown that echinacea stimulates immune cells and prevents inflammation and caused colon cancer death . Another study by a Canadian researcher showed that echinacea sup-ports natural killer cells and that daily consumption of Echinacea is ‘prophylactic, extends the life span of aging mice, significantly abates leukaemia and extends the life span of leukaemia mice’ .

While we are not mice (though humans are 97% genetically common with mice!), other research has established with a great degree of certainty the medicinal power of echinacea for people who are prone to colds. The Hannover Medical School review of randomized controlled trials in 2015 concluded that Echinacea reduces the risk of respiratory tracts infections by cold viruses by a massive 35% . The British Herbal Medical Association (BHMA) has classified echinacea as a remedy for the relief of symptoms of the common cold as well as influenza type infections.

It seems that the medicinal power of echinacea may have a role in the treatment of COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic spearheaded research into effective antivirals to help our white cells fight coronaviruses including those responsible for Covid-19. In September 2020, the Virology Journal published a study into a number of such sub-stances which indicated that a herbal extract of Echinacea purpurea is capable of killing coronaviruses . Another study (awaiting peer review) by the University of Jeddah, published in January this year also suggested strong effects of echinacea against Covid-19.

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Echinacea should never be used in place of medicine prescribed by your doctor and other disease protective measures (eg. vaccination, social distancing, masks and hygiene). But it is a great complementary herb if you want to enhance your immune system and promote general well-being.

The medicinal power of echinacea extends to treatment of the skin. Echinacea is a popular skin remedy. In 2010, the International Journal of Cosmetic Science published a study which showed the effectiveness of echinacea cream preparation in improving the condition of skin and reducing wrinkles.

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How to benefit from the medicinal power of echinacea

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The purple variety of echinacea (echinacea purpurea) is the one most commonly used in commercial preparations of tablets, tincture, cream and as dry herb. All parts of the plant, the leaves, flowers and roots contain medicinal compounds and can be utilized.

 

A purple coneflower tea

The caffeine-free herbal tea is the easiest and least expensive preparation that can be made by anyone who has access to echinacea’s roots, flowers or leaves.

You can benefit from the medicinal power of echinacea by growing it in your back garden. It is an easy to grow, hardy perennial that can survive even the coldest of winters!

The Royal Horticultural Society has many wonderful varieties of echinacea on their website, including two echinacea purpurea plants which won the Award of Garden Merit: Rubi Giant and Elton Knight Elbrook. You can see them here:

If you don’t grow your own echinacea, you can buy dry herb for making tea from Neal’s Yard and other suppliers online. It is easy to make. I put 1-2 teaspoons to a cup of water, simmer for 10-15 minutes and sip it throughout the day. It has a pleasant, earthy taste and you can add half a teaspoon of honey or lemon if need be.

 

Efficacious Echinacea Tincture

Neal’s Yard echinacea alcohol and water based preparation is their best selling therapeutic tincture. But my favourite one is A Vogel’s Echinaforce, the original commercial preparation first introduced in late 1950’s. I have tested its efficacy over many years on myself, and my family when coming down with cold and flu like symptoms. It has never failed me!
For dosage, follow specific manufacturer’s instructions.

 

Echinacea tablets for colds and flue

Holland and Barrett sell Echinacea cold and flu capsules and tablets. They are easier to use than the tincture and I always have a supply in my bag when I travel.

 

Medicinal power of echinacea cream

A.Vogel make a great skin cream with echinacea which I use for minor burns and cuts, and as daily moisturizer to smooth out my crow’s feet!

DO NOT use it however if you are allergic to nuts as it contains peanut oil.

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Carefully goes it!

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The medicinal power of echinacea has been amply demonstrated, however, as with all herbs and medications it should be used with care.

Echinacea is not to be taken by children under 12 years old

Since echinacea can stimulate the immune system, people with diabetes or an immune system disorder, and people taking immunosuppressant medication should avoid it or seek medical advice.

Echinacea is probably safe to take during pregnancy but there is not enough data to be absolutely certain this is the case.

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Enjoy the medicinal power of echinacea

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The medicinal power of echinacea has been harnessed by people for many centuries. It is a versatile plant which should be at the top of your list of remedies to enhance your overall wellbeing.

It is packed with anti-inflammatory, anti-viral and immune supporting compounds. It can pre-vent, relieve and shorten colds and viral infections.

It is a soothing treatment for various skin conditions, and an effective wrinkle smoother. Give it a try!

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Medicinal Flowers

1. Sweet Alyssum
   –  Alyssum has powerful health benefits
   –  Essential nutrients to the body
   –  Prevent kidney diseases
   –  Natural diuretic
   –  Prevent an excessive retention of water in the body
2. Ammi
   –  Widening blood vessels
   –  Treating atherosclerosis
3. Nasturtium
   –  Packed with nutrition
   –  High levels of vitamin C
   –  Improve the immune system
   –  tackling sore throats, coughs, and colds and
   –  bacterial and fungal infections.
4. Echinacea
   –  Immunostimulatory and anti-inflammatory properties,
   –  Reduce alleviation of cold symptoms
5. Day Lily
   –  Daylilies are edible, herbs for cooking purposes
   –  A treat to sight
   –  Helps in detoxifying and curing insomnia
6. Garlic Chives
   –  Rich in vitamins C and A, potassium, iron, beta carotene
   –  Maintaining blood pressure
   –  Increasing immunity power
7. Lavender
   –  Lavender oil has antiseptic properties.
   –  And anti-inflammatory properties
8. Yarrow
   –  Counteract hair loss
   –  Relieve toothache

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Our kind planet supports many flowers and plants that offer completely natural medicinal properties.

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The healing power of lavender has been used for a myriad of applications through thousands of years.

Its name derives from the Latin Lavare meaning “to wash”. It is no wonder then that through the ages it has predominantly been used to cleanse and its gorgeous aroma evokes a freshness and renewal.

MS Guardio is writing a series of short articles about the healing properties some plants, flowers and foods at this time of pandemic and national crisis.

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A timeless classic, a heady scent from yesteryear. What a beautiful sight to behold, a field of purples or pots of mixed colours in our gardens.

The buzz of bees and the butterflies flitting around the flowers just floods our senses with a calmness that can only be gained from being surrounded by nature.

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The healing power of lavender

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There is no doubt about it, we all know and love the scent of lavender.

The healing power of lavender cannot be denied. It evokes a calming sense of peace and relaxation almost as if passed down through time and down the generations. It is no surprise then that lavender’s most famous use is for reliving stress and anxiety.

Crushing the flowers and rubbing into your temples is one simple way to harness the healing power of lavender and incredibly effective.

A soothing cup of lavender in hot water can work wonders in creating a feeling of calm. What better way to unwind than cosying up with a favourite book and a nurturing cuppa to induce a contented feeling.

The healing power of lavender is perhaps most commonly used in the form of an essential oil. In its simplest form, there is something comforting about gently drifting off to sleep on a pillow lightly infused with this delightful aroma.

You may not know that lavender essential oil has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Great for healing burns, acting as a pain reliver, it calms the skin quickly and a drop can kill any nasty bacteria hiding and cleanse you.

Add some dried lavender to your favourite ceramic bowl and place next to your bed to fill your room with the restful scent. Aromatherapy lavender oil droplets can be added to a bowl of warm water or your diffuser to infuse your home.

Perhaps a little extra pampering is needed after a stressful day. Taking a bath is a great stress buster and adding some lavender to the tub can soothe aching body and mind.

If you have a little tea left over, why not give your hair a treat too, by applying direct to the roots. Your hair will love you for it! It would also be beneficial directly to the skin to relive symptoms of eczema and other irritating skin conditions. A soak of dreams that will promote a peaceful sleep and therefore an ability to cope a little better with the following day ahead.

The healing power of lavender includes great antiseptic healing properties. You can apply crushed flowers or a drop of essential oil to wounds which can prevent further infection and speed up the healing process. The antioxidant properties of Lavender, much like the day lily, can help heart health, lowering the risk of stroke.

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Eating and cooking with Lavender

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English lavender is great for cooking with and has the sweetest fragrance of all the lavender varieties. Ensure the flowers you are cooking with are truly organic.

If you are cooking with your own home grown lavender, ensure chemicals have not been used on or near your plant. As lavender has such a strong perfume it is wise to use little at first and add further to taste.

A top tip is to add roughly chopped lavender buds to a mixture of herbs de provence. This can then be added to a late evening summer salad.

For an extra special desert add ground buds to a vanilla ice cream for a flowery sweet treat. Add sprigs of the flower to the top of sorbet to instantly add a touch of charm that is bound to impress. For that party to remember add to sparkling wine or, if you are feeling particularly fancy, Champagne!

Lavender can be used in savoury dishes much like Rosemary. Add to bread or meat marinades to infuse its unique flavour. Your guests or family will be pleased you did!

To make the flowers last beyond summer into Autumn, hang a bunch of lavender upside down in a cupboard for about two weeks and then store in Tupperware in the freezer. A great way to banish the onset of winter blues and keep summer memories alive, even if it has started to get chilly!

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The healing power of lavender in your garden

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The healing power of lavender extends to growing and nurturing it in our gardens. We are so used to seeing pots and pots of lavender in our local garden centre, supermarkets and florists, what a great way to easily add a burst of colour and fragrance to our gardens. But let us think about having a go at growing it from seed.

You have the luxury of sowing seeds from February to July so there is plenty of time to enjoy this simple delight. Grab a seed tray or some small pots and fill with slightly damp seed compost and sprinkle the lavender seeds on top.

Cover with a light covering of sieved soil and pop into a propagator or clear polythene bag. Keep the soil moist and in a light sunny position. These conditions will be perfect for germination, which should be about 21 days.

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Once the seedlings are big enough, pinch them out and transfer to slightly bigger pots. They should now get bigger and stronger and will look more familiar to you as the plant we know and love.

Now comes the exciting bit! The planting out! If you are planting earlier in the year, ensure that the last frost has gone. Your young plants will need to get acclimatised to being outside so introduce them slowly and mindfully over about 7 days.

Your Lavender is now ready to adorn your garden, patio or balcony. Make sure it’s in a sunny position with well-drained soil and prune back in at the end of summer when the flowers have finished. This encourages the following years growth and ensures a full plant. If you do not prune, over time the plant will become woody.

The spent flower stems can be harvest and dried for use throughout the year in the home.

MS Guardio has also written about the healing properties of the oregano.

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Carefully goes it!

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The healing power of lavender is well documented. But any medicinal plant, however you use it, should be treated with care.

When using lavender, especially in its essential oil form take care, it can cause skin irritation and headaches or if incorrectly ingested nausea, vomiting.

Always ensure you dilute well and a patch test is advisable. Consult a doctor if you feel unwell.

It should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

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Enjoy the healing power of lavender

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Whatever way you choose to enjoy the healing power of lavender, immerse yourself in its scent and transport yourself to a simpler time. Revel in its beautiful, calming colours and allow yourself to relax.

Lavender’s blue, dilly, dilly
Lavender’s green
When l am King, dilly, dilly
You shall be Queen!

Call up your men, dilly, dilly
Set them to work
Some to the plough, dilly, dilly
And some to the pond.

Some to make hay, dilly, dilly
Some to cut corn
While you and I, dilly, dilly
Keep ourselves warm.

(Traditional)

Lavender’s Blue is an English folk song dating back to the late17th century.

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Medicinal Flowers

1. Sweet Alyssum
   –  Alyssum has powerful health benefits
   –  Essential nutrients to the body
   –  Prevent kidney diseases
   –  Natural diuretic
   –  Prevent an excessive retention of water in the body
2. Ammi
   –  Widening blood vessels
   –  Treating atherosclerosis
3. Nasturtium
   –  Packed with nutrition
   –  High levels of vitamin C
   –  Improve the immune system
   –  tackling sore throats, coughs, and colds and
   –  bacterial and fungal infections.
4. Echinacea
   –  Immunostimulatory and anti-inflammatory properties,
   –  Reduce alleviation of cold symptoms
5. Day Lily
   –  Daylilies are edible, herbs for cooking purposes
   –  A treat to sight
   –  Helps in detoxifying and curing insomnia
6. Garlic Chives
   –  Rich in vitamins C and A, potassium, iron, beta carotene
   –  Maintaining blood pressure
   –  Increasing immunity power
7. Lavender
   –  Lavender oil has antiseptic properties.
   –  And anti-inflammatory properties
8. Yarrow
   –  Counteract hair loss
   –  Relieve toothache

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Our kind planet supports many flowers and plants that offer completely natural medicinal properties.

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Wire mesh guards are our world and we are experts on the wire mesh products we offer you. We keep a large stock of all the most popular wire guard products, which means we can get your order dispatched with speed and efficiency. We also provide guidance and helpful information on what to look for and how to choose your guard MS Guardio offers the widest range of radiator covers for all the most popular makes of heater.

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Oregano (Origanum vulgare), sometimes called wild marjoram, is an aromatic herb originally from the hills and mountain regions of the Mediterranean and western Asia, although it is also found in parts of Mexico and the United States. However, it is also native to the British Isles, although it is better know here as wild marjoram (not to be confused with sweet marjoram (Origanum marjorana).

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The herb has long been a core ingredient in Mediterranean food, but it is also known for both its great nutritional value and its remarkable healing properties, in particular, it is a powerful antibacterial essential oil.

Ancient Greek philosopher, Aristotle, noticed tortoises eating oregano after eating snakes and thought the plant might counteract the poison.

Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine, used oregano as an antiseptic and as a cure for stomach and respiratory ailments.

Pliny the Elder considered it a remedy for bad digestion.

Oregano is packed with antioxidants including thymol, carvacrol, limonene, terpinene, ocimene, and caryophyllene which give the herb its flavour and scent, and help the body eliminate free radicals.

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The healing properties of oregano

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Oregano oil has the following benefits:

• Antimicrobial
• Antifungal
• Antioxidants
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antidiabetic and, last but not least, is
• A powerful antibacterial essential oil

Wild oregano and its essential oil are used to kill bacteria, fungi, yeast, parasites and viruses and a multitude of complaints including:

• digestive and intestinal disorders including indigestion, heartburn, bloating, and low stomach acidity.
• Chronic candidiasis through its antifungal properties.
• Respiratory tract disorders such as coughs, asthma, croup, and bronchitis.
• Regulating blood sugar.
• Parasites, sinus pain, arthritis, rheumatism.
• Reducing fever and the effects of mumps and measles, and so on.

Oregano oil is a powerful antibacterial essential oil. It can be used in many shapes and forms, such as tea – made from dried or fresh herbs, herbal supplements, tincture, or essential oil.

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Why is oregano oil such a powerful antibacterial essential oil?

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Oregano contains two main compounds responsible for its antibacterial effect: carvacrol and thymol.

Carvacrol is oregano’s main active compound. This is what makes the oil effective against different types of bacteria, including Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The powerful antibacterial essential oil oregano has been the subject of increased research focus in recent years.

A 2019 study showed that Carvacrol in oregano essential oil helps prevent various strains of Staphyloccus aureus (S. aureus) bacteria from developing in meat and dairy products, suggesting that it could help control bacterial growth in foods.

Thymol is also present in oregano but is better known for working in the herb thyme. The thymol in oregano can help heal small wounds, and repels insects like ticks and mosquitos.

Medical research into non-antibiotic alternatives for the treatment of infections caused by multidrug-resistant (MDR) microbes represents one of the top priorities in healthcare, and the antibacterial qualities of oregano are very promising in this respect.

Research from 2018 reported the effectiveness of oregano oil against a panel of MDR bacteria and demonstrated the efficacy of oregano oil for the treatment of burn infections in mice.

 

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​How to use the powerful antibacterial essential oil oregano

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Oregano essential oil can used in a diffuser for a calming effect. Similarly a few drops can be added to the bath water before enjoying your soak.

It can be inhaled in a steam bath to help treat colds and coughs, whether caused by viral or bacterial activity. Be careful not to use more than a 2-3 drops in a bowl of hot water.

The powerful antibacterial essential oil oregano can be used topically but should be diluted in a carrier oil such as almond oil or olive oil. For example, one or two drops of oregano oil can be diluted in half a  teaspoon of olive oil and rubbed into the soles of the feet.

One drop of oregano oil can be diluted in water and taken internally to help support the immune system.

The oil should be highly diluted for internal use. Mix 3 drops with a glass of water, or dilute 2 drops in a half teaspoon of olive oil or other fixed oil. For gargling, make a tea or add 2-3 drops of the oil to half a cup of water.

Taking oregano oil supplements or rubbing it on the skin may help a person benefit from these antibacterial effects noted above.

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Carefully goes it!

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Oregano oil may not be recommended for long-term daily use. Be sure to buy a good quality oil and read the safety leaflet provided, or seek professional advice.

Care should be taken when Ingesting essential oil and it should never be taken internally in an undiluted form. External use may cause skin irritation in some people. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, face, and sensitive areas.

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Enjoy the powerful antibacterial essential oil that is oregano

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Oregano oil is a powerful antibacterial essential oil and its name is derived from the Greek words  ”oros” meaning mountain and “ganos”  meaning joy.

May this beautiful and ancient aromatic herb bring you healing and joy!

 

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Medicinal Flowers

1. Sweet Alyssum
   –  Alyssum has powerful health benefits
   –  Essential nutrients to the body
   –  Prevent kidney diseases
   –  Natural diuretic
   –  Prevent an excessive retention of water in the body
2. Ammi
   –  Widening blood vessels
   –  Treating atherosclerosis
3. Nasturtium
   –  Packed with nutrition
   –  High levels of vitamin C
   –  Improve the immune system
   –  tackling sore throats, coughs, and colds and
   –  bacterial and fungal infections.
4. Echinacea
   –  Immunostimulatory and anti-inflammatory properties,
   –  Reduce alleviation of cold symptoms
5. Day Lily
   –  Daylilies are edible, herbs for cooking purposes
   –  A treat to sight
   –  Helps in detoxifying and curing insomnia
6. Garlic Chives
   –  Rich in vitamins C and A, potassium, iron, beta carotene
   –  Maintaining blood pressure
   –  Increasing immunity power
7. Lavender
   –  Lavender oil has antiseptic properties.
   –  And anti-inflammatory properties
8. Yarrow
   –  Counteract hair loss
   –  Relieve toothache

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Our kind planet supports many flowers and plants that offer completely natural medicinal properties.

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Medicinal Flowers

1. Sweet Alyssum
   –  Alyssum has powerful health benefits
   –  Essential nutrients to the body
   –  Prevent kidney diseases
   –  Natural diuretic
   –  Prevent an excessive retention of water in the body
2. Ammi
   –  Widening blood vessels
   –  Treating atherosclerosis
3. Nasturtium
   –  Packed with nutrition
   –  High levels of vitamin C
   –  Improve the immune system
   –  tackling sore throats, coughs, and colds and
   –  bacterial and fungal infections.
4. Echinacea
   –  Immunostimulatory and anti-inflammatory properties,
   –  Reduce alleviation of cold symptoms
5. Day Lily
   –  Daylilies are edible, herbs for cooking purposes
   –  A treat to sight
   –  Helps in detoxifying and curing insomnia
6. Garlic Chives
   –  Rich in vitamins C and A, potassium, iron, beta carotene
   –  Maintaining blood pressure
   –  Increasing immunity power
7. Lavender
   –  Lavender oil has antiseptic properties.
   –  And anti-inflammatory properties
8. Yarrow
   –  Counteract hair loss
   –  Relieve toothache

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Our kind planet supports many flowers and plants that offer completely natural medicinal properties.

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The healing properties of the day lily are not the first thing that strikes us about this beautiful flower.

Upon looking at a day lily it seemingly draws us in to its centre and then bursts us back out again with aplomb, with its bold curved petals and prominent floating stamen, dramatic colours and overwhelming presence.

Their perfume is distinctive and commands a presence that is unmistakable.

MS Guardio is writing a series of short articles about the healing properties some plants, flowers and foods at this time of pandemic and national crisis.

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The day lily is not just a treat for our eyes and senses but also for our health and wellbeing. The use of the day lily as a herb and as a healing medicine can be traced back to east Asia and was thought to have been introduced into Europe in 1500 A.D. It comes as no surprise then that the entire flower is edible and contains more vitamin c and protein than most other vegetables we eat.

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The healing properties of the day lily

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The healing properties of the day lily are wide ranging. This stunning flower has been used by people for centuries before us and is used to many benefits today. Indeed, there is a plethora of applications. Most significantly the day lily has antioxidant and detoxifying properties. It is also strongly associated with helping with regulating heart rate therefore promoting a healthy heart. An extract of the root can be use as a blood purifier.

Used as a herbal infusion to cure insomnia, the day lily has been proven to promote relaxation and reduce anxiety and stress. In some cases, drinking this infusion can treat coughs and fevers. Drinking the fresh juice of the day lily’s bulb can help to alleviate oedema, a swelling in the body, very naturally. This can also be taken in a powder form as an alternative and should be taken with a meal.

In aromatherapy, its essential oils have been used to beneficial effect in helping people with depression. The smell promotes a feeling of happiness and tranquillity and a sense of general well-being.

As an ointment, it can be used to treat burns and scars by simply being applied directly to the skin.

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Eating and cooking with the Day Lily

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To enjoy the day lily in its simplest form is easy and a beautiful delight. Best enjoyed in the summer months pick a flower, from its stalk, that has bloomed for the whole day. You can enjoy this simple pleasure at just before dusk, when the flower is still in bloom, feel the grass beneath your feet and enjoy a delicious treat. The petals are thick and crunchy. Don’t forget the bulb at the base of the flower which has a sweet note produced by the nectar. Take the time to savour each bite and enjoy the freshness and pureness.

You can carry on the alfresco feeling by adding the flower to your favourite salads, adding a pop of extra colour to your plate. Or if you prefer, fry the buds with a little garlic, butter and a sprinkling of salt and use as a delicious alternative side dish to a summer barbeque or lunch with friends. If a stir fry is your signature dish, all you need to do is chop the flowers and throw into your wok for a delightful twist to the traditional recipe.

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​How to grow Day Lily’s in your own back garden or balcony

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You may think that the day lily is a tricky customer but there is no need to worry, its easy to grow and look after. Once established, the day lily is self-sufficient and needs only a little amount of attention to gain maximum effect. There’s even more great news, Day lilies thrive in borders and containers alike so no matter whether you have a huge garden or little balcony you can enjoy these blooms.

Whilst it is important to understand that the lily likes soil that is well drained and a sunny position, it is also highly adaptable and can put up with a little shade and slightly damper ground. You can plant in Autumn or Spring, but Autumn is best if you want to produce a plethora of flowers in the summer months.

Why not take a trip to your local garden centre, they are sure to have a wide range of established plants ready to pop outside. Or if you’re feeling particularly green fingered, grab a bag of bare root, drop into a terracotta pot filled with soil and keep in a greenhouse or on a bright window sill and wait for the magic to happen!

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Carefully goes it!

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It would do to take care though when using the day lily, especially its leaves, as ingesting too much is known to have an hallucinogenic effect. It is prudent to eat a small bite to ascertain if it agrees with you.

Certainly, care should also be taken when identifying the hemerkallos as newer hybrids of this day lily can be toxic if ingested. It is also wise to be aware of any allergies to the nutrients that the day lily contains and a doctor’s opinion should be sought in regard to this.

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Enjoy the healing properties of the day lily

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Perhaps most important is to just enjoy this gorgeous flower. Drink it in with all your senses and revel in the healing properties of the day lily wholeheartedly.

Within the garden’s peaceful scene
Appeared two lovely foes,
Aspiring to the rank of queen,
The Lily and the Rose.

The Rose soon reddened into rage,
And swelling with disdain,
Appealed to many a poet’s page
To prove her right to reign.

The Lily’s height bespoke command,
A fair imperial flower,
She seemed designed for Flora’s hand,
The sceptre of her power.

William Cowper

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Antiviral Agents

1. Elderberry
2. Echinacea
3. Garlic
4. Green tea
5. Olive leaf
6. Castor oil
7. Aloe Vera
8. Extract of Aloe Vera leaves – has been previously reported to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral effects.

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Some foods are natural antiviral agents

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MS Guardio – a world of wire guards

At MS Guardio we pride ourselves in offering the widest range of wire mesh guard solutions for all your health & safety needs and much more.  Our products are practical, strong and beautifully crafted by Aiano from British and European steel.

Wire mesh guards are our world and we are experts on the wire mesh products we offer you. We keep a large stock of all the most popular wire guard products, which means we can get your order dispatched with speed and efficiency. We also provide guidance and helpful information on what to look for and how to choose your guard MS Guardio offers the widest range of radiator covers for all the most popular makes of heater.

But as well as heater guards, we sell protective guards for light fittings including fluorescent light guards, bulkhead guards and floodlight guards and various sensor guards. Please call us on 020 7987 1184 or email us if you would like to discuss your requirements, or for further information or advice on our products.

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