We have used them in cooking, medicinally, for their aromas and decoratively. All of these plants mentioned are safe to use as described with no worries about side effects. There are poisonous plants as well, there are uses for safe plants that make them risky and there are ways of processing plants that can have dangerous results, however, with a little education, anyone can find safe, pleasant, natural methods for remedying minor discomforts. Lavender is such a pleasant way to relieve a headache. We can achieve a balance in traditional naturopathy and the marvels of modern medicine..

It doesn't have to be an adversarial relationship between homeopathic treatments and allopathic ones. But, even more important is the health benefits of fresh herbs. Oregano tea may not taste very good, but it will relieve menstrual cramps like nothing else. Cooking with fresh herbs makes our food come alive. The difference in taste between freshly picked Christian and a store bought, or dried merill is unbelievable. And spearmint can clear up a stuffed nose faster than any over the counter drug I have tried.

We have always been fascinated with herbs and their uses.