THE HERBAL HOLY TRINITY

The wellness world has drastically changed in the last 3 years.

For the majority of us, we are living out our post-pandemic lives in very different ways; whether these changes are career related - perhaps you now work from home part-time or only work 4 days a week; or whether the pandemic altered your personal and social life - maybe you broke up with your partner after realising you couldn't live with them, or decided to let go of friendships that weren't serving you.

Whatever came about as a result of the pandemic, the one similar concern which arguably every global citizen shared was the state of their health.

No matter if you are a wellness guru or - the complete opposite of that, everybody experienced a stark awakening to their health status.

Furthermore, the wellness industry sky-rocketed as more and more individuals looked to invest into the multi-billion dollar business that is:

WELLNESS

- IV drips became more popular than ever before, supplements, powders and vitamins are now a must-have in everyone's morning routines and most importantly, people have started to realise just how important the food they eat impacts their immunity and longevity.

As Hippocrates, the Ancient Greek founder of Western medicine, famously stated:

"Let food be thy medicine"

Now more than ever, society is realising that Western drugs are simply a band-aid approach to healing. A 'thing' of the past if you will.

Want to cure the root cause of your disease or illness?

Utilise what Mother Nature has provide us with naturally for eons:

whole-foods, animal protein and herbs.

Out of this triad, natural herbs are perhaps one of the most profound tools humans can use to heal the plethora of illnesses and diseases that fabricate 21st century life today.

Let's talk about 3 key herbs that I believe are the

Herbal Holy Trinity

for their amazing medicinal and healing properties.

| OREGANO |

MOOD INHIBITOR ...

• Naturally inhibits MAO - monoamine oxidase, an enzyme that controls neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine.

• Excess MAO is linked to depression.

• Spices such as oregano naturally inhibit MAO which might explain why this spice is associated with decreased risk of depression in those who consume it frequently.

LOADED WITH ANTIOXIDANTS ...

• One of the most antioxidant rich herbs you can consume.

• Can help to prevent DNA damage from radiation.

• Researchers have discovered that oregano may act as a powerful radioactive agent due to its ability to protect chromosomes of human blood cells in vitro from exposure to radioactive iodine.

LOWERS INFLAMMATION ...

• Anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties

• Oregano oil has also been used as an anti-bacterial and anti-microbial agent to assist in speeding up the wound healing process.

| PARSLEY |

NATURAL NATIVE REMEDY ...

• Native to the Mediterranean, parsley has been used as for centuries as a flavoursome herb in many Southern European dishes.

• Also used as powerful natural diuretic, parsley also contains compounds which have anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties.

• Some even use parsley as a natural anti-irritant for mosquito bites. Simply rub fresh parsley between your fingers to release it's aroma and then rub the residue on an open mosquito bite to relieve the itching sensation!

SUPPORTS A STRONG, HEALTHY BODY ...

• Packed full of antioxidants to support cell health and promote longevity.

• May assist in lowering blood pressure.

• Packed full of vitamin K to support strong bone density.

GOOD FOR YOUR GUT, GOOD FOR YOUR SKIN ...

• Supports gut health due to its anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties.

• Good gut health = good skin health. Parsley is also rich in Vitamin C which is essential for glowy, supple skin.

• Parsley can also help to reduce bloating and lessen digestive upset.

| BASIL |

NERVOUS SYSTEM SUPPORT ...

• Contains magnesium which can support healthy blood flow by relaxing the blood vessels.

• One of nature's most potent adaptogenic herbs that has been proven to reduce cortisol levels by taming strong feelings of anxiety and stress.

DIGESTIVE SUPPORTER ...

• Just like oregano and parsley, basil is no stranger to supporting the digestive tract.

• Sweet basil in particular is a great herb to use in combatting acid reflux.

• Using this triad of herbs in your cooking or even in supplement form can help with GI issues such as SIBO, IBS and IBD.

SKIN HEALTH ...

• Much like parsley, basil is rich in antioxidants.

• The potent plant compounds found in basil are essential for maintaining a healthy glow and youthful skin.