For sure, the idea that plants have medicinal properties is not entirely new to you. You must have read tons of articles about herbal remedies. Since ancient times, plants have been used in the treatment of certain medical conditions and to promote good health. However, there are people who have not experienced the benefits of plants; why, because they have not learned to use them properly.
It is therefore of utmost importance that you do a research of those plants you intend to use for good health; else you may end up feeling worse. If you are pregnant, all the more so that you must take particular attention to the herbs that you will take in. You have to understand that there are certain plants that are not recommended during pregnancy. Very often, you will be advised to limit your choices to Bergamot, Calendula, Chamomile (specifically the Roman and Moroccan varieties), Virginia Cedar, Elemi, Frankincense, Fir, Lavender, Helichrysum, Sweet Myrrh, Ylang Ylang, Spruce, Sandalwood, Patchouli and Rosewood. Other herbs that are not in this list may affect your baby, so it’s best to stay away from them.
Some of these plants nourish and moisturize the skin; others target skin dryness and oily skin. You must know that you can develop a number of skin problems during pregnancy. Among those that you have to watch out for are skin dryness, acne, and skin discoloration. It therefore brings so much relief to know that you can treat these skin conditions without having to take medications that may cause birth problems.
Plants can be used in a number of ways. You can eat them in their raw or cooked form and you can also use their oils for eating. Some plants come in the form of teas, extracts, and essential oils which can be great for use on the skin.
It is therefore of utmost importance that you do a research of those plants you intend to use for good health; else you may end up feeling worse. If you are pregnant, all the more so that you must take particular attention to the herbs that you will take in. You have to understand that there are certain plants that are not recommended during pregnancy. Very often, you will be advised to limit your choices to Bergamot, Calendula, Chamomile (specifically the Roman and Moroccan varieties), Virginia Cedar, Elemi, Frankincense, Fir, Lavender, Helichrysum, Sweet Myrrh, Ylang Ylang, Spruce, Sandalwood, Patchouli and Rosewood. Other herbs that are not in this list may affect your baby, so it’s best to stay away from them.
Some of these plants nourish and moisturize the skin; others target skin dryness and oily skin. You must know that you can develop a number of skin problems during pregnancy. Among those that you have to watch out for are skin dryness, acne, and skin discoloration. It therefore brings so much relief to know that you can treat these skin conditions without having to take medications that may cause birth problems.
Plants can be used in a number of ways. You can eat them in their raw or cooked form and you can also use their oils for eating. Some plants come in the form of teas, extracts, and essential oils which can be great for use on the skin.
