Sunday, August 31, 2008

Health Problems Addressed by Herbal Medicines

Even before the advent of modern medical treatment methods, our ancient ancestors were already utilizing the curative properties of plants and herbs to address physical health problems. Herbal medicines are commonly used as poultices for open wounds to avoid possible infection from being in contact with the environment. It can also be used to combat common household ailments, such as fever, cough, colds, flu, and so on. Some plants can also remove parasites and worms commonly found in children and also in some adults.