Linden blossoms
Linden blossomsThe very finely scented linden blossoms generally have a detoxifying and cleansing property. They stimulate sweat production, soothe irritations, promote expectoration and boost the immune system. They are particularly recommended for chronic catarrh and coughs caused by colds. Due to their detoxifying function and increased sweat gland secretion, linden blossoms are the right herb to strengthen the immune system and bring irritated immune processes back into balance.
Olive leaves
Olive leavesThe olive leaf has had a firm place in the assortment of Mediterranean healers since ancient times. The HMPC (Committee of the European Medicines Agency) also classified olive leaves as a traditional herbal medicine some time ago. The evergreen olive leaves themselves have a much stronger and in some cases different health effect than olive oil. This is primarily because the plant substance oleuropein is around 3000 times more concentrated in the leaf itself. The active ingredients in the leaves are antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting. They can also restart the self-cleaning process of cells, as cell studies have shown. In vitro studies have even shown a strong anti-cancer effect. In addition to many other very positive effects, the special property of olive leaves is that they have extremely antimicrobial powers, which intensively strengthens our immune system.
Marigold flowers
Marigold flowersThe marigold is also known as the marigold or the sun bride. It is one of the most important and well-known medicinal plants. The orange-red flower suns in particular contain many medicinally powerful active ingredients. This is one of the reasons why the HMPC (Committee of the European Medicines Agency) has classified this medicinal plant as a traditional herbal medicine. Marigolds can be used successfully for inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat as well as for wounds that are slow to heal. The marigold also has germicidal, antiviral, decongestant and generally anti-inflammatory effects. Hildegard von Bingen particularly praised its beneficial effect on gently detoxifying the organism.
thyme
thymeThyme is one of the great medicinal plants that use its enchanting scent to drive away "evil spirits", today known as bacteria and viruses. Thyme, the medicinal plant of the year in 2006, promotes expectoration and secretion, and its antibacterial and antiviral properties make it highly anti-inflammatory. Its ingredient thymol is 23 times more effective at inhibiting germs than phenol. It relieves spasms in the bronchial region and is also very useful for all types of colds due to its warming properties. According to traditional Chinese medicine, thyme acts as a gentle antibiotic and strengthens our immune system.