5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT HERBS
1. Herbs can be used in many ways
Throughout history, herbs have served multiple purposes, accompanied human life, and were used in several ways, including as dried herbs added to food and medicinal preparations. 2. Earliest form of medicine
Before doctors could operate and perform surgeries, diagnoses were rudimentary and the role of a physician was limited to prescribing plants and herbs that would make the patient feel better. 3. Many herbs have symbolic meanings
Across cultures, humans have consistently cherished the secret meanings of many herbs; for example, flowers symbolize love and some leaves are tokens of good luck. 4. Herbalism dates back to 4000 B.C.
Ayurveda is a type of herbal medicine that was commonly used in India, and its use can be traced back to 4000 B.C. 5. Many herbs have gone extinct throughout history Many plants that existed for centuries are only history to us; for example, the silphium plant, commonly used in Ancient Rome for cooking, contraception, and perfumes, is now extinct.
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