Anti-Aging Herbs

Herbs have proved to be very effective for many reasons. The best part about herbal treatments is that they have fewer side effects and are economical. The healing properties present in plants act as an active source of curing diseases. They have been used to remedy various ailments from common cold to psoriasis to cancer. Anti-aging herbs are used to slow down the aging process. Most of them have a spirit lifting and mind strengthening qualities. They resist stress on body and mind and have a deep influence on the skin. They are used in different forms like medicines, oils, soap bars, ointments, creams and gels. Given here are a few anti-aging herbs that can be handy to you.

 

 

Ginseng is a perennial herb that reduces the aging process to slow down to a certain extent. Main benefits of ginseng are it relaxes and reduces the effect of stress, stimulates both physical and mental activities, strengthens and protects during any severe physical strain.

 

Rhodiola Rosea is used by cosmonauts, soldiers, sportsmen and ageing persons as an effective anti-aging medicine. The herb increases energy level, stimulates immune system, raises resistance power of body against toxins, breaks down the stored fat in the body and increases mental and physical performance. It has anti stress properties and anti-aging phyto-supplement.

 

Jiao gu lan has ingredients similar to ginseng but has three times the properties than ginseng. The herb has an overall effect in helping to balance and regulate body systems. It normalizes cardiovascular and hormonal systems.

 

Ashwagandha is a traditional Indian medicine that has anti-anxiety and anti-depression effects. It strengthens the immune system, relieves stress, amnesia, fever, viral infections, and stimulates the growth of axons and dendrites.

 

MACA is an herb that increases fertility. It is used to boost youth, increase energy level and has sex enhancing ability.

 

Grape seed extract is a nutrient derived from the seeds of grapes and is a rich source of antioxidant and collagen-protective pigments. The seed extract protect the body from premature aging, decay and disease. It is valuable in the treatment of inadequate blood flow in the capillaries and veins.  

 

Ginkgo reduces the risk of strokes, repairs damaged nervous tissues, and increases mental acuity. The herb is also known for its ability to improve short-term memory.

 

Another herb associated with anti-aging is gotu kola. It is a rejuvenating herb for nerve and brain cells, increases intelligence and memory while retarding senility and aging. Studies reveal that gotu kola helps in overcoming stress and fatigue.

 

Bilberry and blueberry combat the free radical damage that occurs in the eyes. They are said to help keep the brains young. They also reduce inflammation, hypertension and allergies.

 

Soy and red clover contain phytoestrogen, a compound that mimics the body’s own estrogen. This compound protects the body from many-age related diseases and lessens the problems with menopause. Soy reduces the occurrence of breast, uterine and ovarian cancer. Red clover reduces hot flashes and night sweats.