Lavender is a perennial plant with fragrant purple blossoms. It is known for multiple medicinal uses. It can be used in different forms: the plant itself, essential oil, extract, caps, and even tea. If you want to apply lavender oil on your skin, make sure to dilute it in a carrier oil, such as coconut oil, almond oil, or olive oil. Hereafter, are some of lavender's benefits:
- It has an anxiolytic effect. This means that its scent can calm the mind without resorting to any kind of sedation. By easing the worries, the mood gets lighter and more joy can be experienced
- It reduces headaches and inflammation, read the article here
- It supports better sleep quality and treats insomnia
- It has antimicrobial and antiviral properties
- It can accelerate the healing of a wound
- You can make soaps or potpourris with the plant
- You can cook with it too! Check this course if you want to introduce some culinary lavender to your food regimen.
As an additional tip, over the past few years, I noticed that my lavender bushes are repelling mosquitoes, who happen to love feasting on me. I also put dried lavender flowers in my luggage and closets: it prevents moisture build-up and mite infestation. So if you have a small spot to be planted and don't really know what to grow in it, lavender is your best friend. It smells heavenly and has so many benefits for health that you want to have some at hand.
Happy gardening
