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Aloe VeraAloe Vera is a succulent evergreen plant that can grow in tropical or sub-tropical climates or in pot indoor. It is great for the skin and to heal burns as it has a cooling effect.Aloe vera juice is full of good antioxidants and you can drink it occasionally but be careful as it can lower your potassium and blood sugar. Thanks to Petr Kratochvil's beautiful picture in Public Domain |  |
ArtichokeArtichoke is a wonderful vegetable but it takes eighteen months to mature. It likes a moist soil, plenty of compost, and good mulch to control weeds.Artichoke prevents the hardening of the arteries and treats all liver problems; it is also a gentle diuretic. Thanks to Jackies Lou's beautiful picture in Public Domain |  |
BasilBasil is the herb of charm and sensuality dear to Krishna and Vishnu.In spring, plant seeds and seedlings in a well drained soil. Remember that basil does not like frost and its best companion is marjoram, capsicum, and tomato. Basil calms the nerves, gives energy, activates blood circulation, and reduces blood sugar levels. It also has antibacterial properties and relieves urinary inflammation, headache, and fever. Basil is a very aromatic herb and is better fresh. Thanks to Petr Kratochvil's beautiful picture in Public Domain
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Bay LaurelLaurel was Apollo’s sacred plant.It is a small tree liking full sun. It tolerates light frost and dryness when established. Trim the tree in summer and remove the suckers. Collect the leaves, which are called bay leaves; or buy them at your grocery shop. Laurel strengthens the stomach and the bladder and alleviates arthritis. However, do not eat the berries especially when you are pregnant as they may cause abortion. Thanks to Cheri Tolson's beautiful picture in Public Domain |
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Beans & LentilsPlant beans when the soil temperature reaches 20°C and protect them from the wind. Beans like carrots and sweet corns but hate onions, chives, or leeks. Dried beans such as Azuki, Soy, Haricot, peas, or lentils are excellent sources of antioxidant. They protect against cancer and lower cholesterol significantly.Remember to put a teaspoon of Bicarbonate when you soak them to make them easier to digest Thanks to Veeterzy's beautiful picture in Public Domain |
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Wood BetonyThis perennial grows in cool and temperate climates and has amazing medicinal properties especially for the head as its Celtic name suggests, ‘Bew’ means Head and ‘ton’ means good. |
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BlackberryDo not plant blackberries in your garden, as they usually become a pest. In cool climates, they abound in woodlands and hedgerows. Collect the young leaves in spring and the berries in autumn. Thanks to Good Free Photos |
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BlackcurrantBlack and redcurrants like cool climate especially mountainous areas and they tolerate most soils; the plant bears fruit the second year. Collect their leaves and berries.Blackcurrant is a well-known diuretic and an anti-rheumatic remedy. It strengthens the immune system. It contains magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, vitamins B and C, and zinc. Thanks to Peter Häger's beautiful picture in Public Domain |
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BlueberryBlueberry likes cool climates with moist and acidic soil and full sun. The plant only bears fruit after three years. Collect the berries.Blueberry is recommended for rheumatism and arthritis. It is good against diabetes and typhoid fever. It contains potassium and vitamins A and C. However, avoid eating the leaves; due to their high level of tannin, they can cause constipation and anaemia; they may also damage the liver Thanks to Kevin Casper's beautiful picture in Public Domain |
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BranOat bran, rice bran, and barley bran contain soluble fibres, which lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels; they relieve constipation and prevent intestinal cancer.It is excellent in bread and muffin or as a breadcrumps substitute. However, remember to drink plenty of water while eating bran to avoid intestinal blockage Thanks to Irochka's beautiful picture in Public Domain Dreamtime |
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