1. Turmeric

• Active compound: Curcumin.

• Properties:

  • Anti-inflammatory

  • Antioxidant

  • Antibacterial

  • Digestive

• Benefits:

  • Relieves joint and muscle pain

  • Improves digestion

  • Strengthens the immune system

  • May help prevent neurodegenerative diseases

2. Thyme

• Active compound: Thymol.

• Properties:

  • Antiseptic

  • Expectorant

  • Antibacterial

  • Antifungal

• Benefits:

  • Relieves respiratory problems such as cough and bronchitis

  • Fights bacterial and fungal infections

  • Improves digestion

  • Stimulates the immune system

3. Cinnamon

• Active compound: Cinnamaldehyde.

• Properties:

  • Antioxidant

  • Anti-inflammatory

  • Antibacterial

  • Glucose-regulating

• Benefits:

  • Helps control blood sugar levels

  • Improves circulation

  • Stimulates digestion

  • Strengthens the immune system

4. Ginger

• Active compound: Gingerol.

• Properties:

  • Anti-inflammatory

  • Antioxidant

  • Analgesic

  • Digestive

• Benefits:

  • Relieves nausea and dizziness

  • Reduces muscle and joint pain

  • Improves circulation

  • Stimulates the digestive system

5. Arnica

• Active compound: Helenalin.

• Properties:

  • Anti-inflammatory

  • Analgesic

  • Healing

• Benefits:

  • Reduces bruises, inflammation, and pain from blows or sprains

  • Speeds up recovery from muscle injuries

  • Used topically (not to be ingested in large amounts)