Guest Author - Rebecca Lee Graf
In researching herbs, you will find that Aloe Vera is good for burns and that Chamomile is good for sleep. It seems so easy and simple. When using just one herb, you are actually using simple herbs. Not everything can be addressed with simple herbs. Compound herbs play a major role in healing, aromatherapy, and in the culinary arts.
Many herbs can do well on their own, but to really get the full benefits, you need to get the right combination of herbs to get exactly what you are looking for. The right combination can be more potent.
If you want to treat arthritis, you can mix Black Cohosh, Rue, Skullcap, and a few other herbs to make a tea. Each of the herbs by themselves might be touted as treating arthritis. That can be true, but the right mixture of them can do even more.
Practically every herbal tea you drink is an herbal compound. Cooking with various herbs comes an herbal compound. Never look at herbs as simple herbals. Combined they create wonderful herbal products that we use most every day.
Using compound herbs is more common in history than the use of simple herbs. Ancient herbalists were aware of how the right herbs working hand in hand could be more productive. Their herbal simples (record books) show how they tested and combined many of the local herbs to produce the desired results.
Throwing herbs together is not going to give you what you are looking for. In fact, you could create a very deadly concoction. Some herbs do not get along too well and could become caustic, poisonous, or a dud. Always remember that herbs are nature’s medicine and should be treated with the same amount of care that scientists do in the formal labs.
Research your herbs and consult a certified herbalist. They can help guide you to the perfect herbal compounds that will reach whatever needs you have. Be smart and let herbs be a part of your life.
Note:
Always use herbs after researching and consulting your physician, pharmacist, or certified herbalist. Herbs can be beneficial when used correctly.
