Allspice
Some say allspice is a blend of cinnamon, pepper, juniper and clove?  
 Some people say 

Allspice is NOT a blend of spices.  Allspice comes from a clove (Syzygium aromaticum) relative ---Pimenta dioica (syn: Pimenta officinalis). The allspice trees are native to the New World tropics and are closely related to Bay-Rum (Pimenta acris, syn: Pimenta racemosa.

Use one to two teaspoons of the allspice powder per cup of boiling water for a soothing cup of tea. For colds, menstrual cramps and upset stomach. 


ALOE
Aloe is a spiky plant that needs little water and a temperature above 40 degrees and prefers sun, but tolerates shade. Cleanse a wound with soap and water and snip off the thick leaves and squeeze the clear gel onto the minor cut or burn.
It prevents infection and promotes healing.
Some types have anticancer properties especially for the digestive system... they
are under study since they actually seem to work miracles...
Everyone should have an aloe plant in the kitchen.

Angelica
Angelica an eight foot plant, once called wild celery. A warming and decongesting herb, Angelica promotes circulation and energy throughout the body. It's concentration of bitters makes it an excellent digestive aid, one that is used both for sluggish liver and for poor digestion. Angelica has a special affinity for the female reproductive system and is used as a birth tonic, to relieve congestion of the pelvis and for menstrual irregularities.


ANISE
A licorice flavored herb used for freshening the breath, relieving gas and promoting milk production in nursing mothers. Crush one teaspoon of aniseed in one cup of boiling water to relief gas or calm the stomach.

Astragulus
Astragalus is a perennial plant distributed throughout northern and southwestern China and northern North America. It is very cold tolerant and well suited for high temperature and arid to semi-arid regions with poor soils. A member of the legume family. Builds up imunity in the body especially after chemotherapy.

Balm
Balm is a perennial, erect herb, with broad, opposite, pubescent leaves. Balm has been effective with herpes simplex, (the virus that causes cold sores) by reducing the outbreaks of them. Balm also acts as an insect repellant.

Blackwalnut
Nothing grows under a blackwalnut tree because it contains a chemical that kills anything it comes in contact with. It may help cure ringworm, treat athlete's foot, fight jock itch and prevent certain cancers

Cayenne
Even small amounts of cayenne are therapeutic. The best way to reap the benefits is to season your food to taste. Use cayenne to aid digestion and reduce the risk of heart disease.

CELERY SEED
Concentrated Celery Seeds are available in tablet form and are extremely beneficial where there is retention of uric acid such as in rheumatism, sciatica, fibrositis and gout. Celery is rich source of organic sodium and potassium which helps to clear the system from toxic wastes.
Celery also helps to correct fluid retention and flatulence problems. It promotes the onset of menstruation and assists skin problems, particularly eczema. Celery is soothing for nerves and some cases of upset stomach.
Scientists have found celery seed may be adding protection against cancer, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. It gives a zip to stews, soups and salads. Pour boiling water over freshly crushed seeds for a cup of tea.

Cinnamon
Cinnamon helps with diabetes by metabolizing sugar. Department of Agriculture researchers have discovered that cinnamon reduces the amount of insulin necessary for glucose metabolism. 1/8 tsp. of cinnamon triples insulin efficiency. Cinnamon is an antiseptic that helps kill the bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease. Cinnamon also suppresses the cause of most urinary tract infections and also vaginal yeast infections. Sprinkle it on toast. Good on fruit salads too or just pour boiling water over 1/4 tsp for a stomach soothing cup of tea.

HERB INDEX