Depasquale said growing herbs gives people more options concerning their health. I think it gives them other options, economically and medically. The use of naturopathic medicine in the United States is growing rapidly, she said. It's something people are really recognizing. I can teach someone to grow a plant that can help them medically.
People are so happy to feel more empowered.
The following herbs can be purchased at local nurseries, either in plant or seed form. Once they are in your garden, herbs can be prepared several ways, but the easiest is to make a tea, said Depasquale. When making a tea from herbs, the upper part of the plant can be steeped or the root of the plant can be boiled. Depasquale and Debra Ching Wu, certified in herbology and acupuncture for Chinese medicine, recommended a few herbs that can be grown in the United States and safely used to treat medical ailments. Mint helps dispel gas and tastes good as well.