FIGHTING THE HOLIDAYS

STRESSORS WITH HERBS

Ariel Crase

HOLIDAY STRESS Contributing factors of Holiday Stress:

TravelingLack of ExerciseLack of sleepovereating

Chronis Stress can lead to:ObesityHeart DiseaseDepressionOther illnesses

NATURAL WAYS TO KEEP THE BODY HEALTHY DURING THE HOLIDAYS

How can the body be kept healthy and limit stress?Herbs VitaminsYogaexerciseMediation

Herbs will be the focus of this presentation

IMPORTANCE OF HERBS Commonly used in cooking Fresh herbs and herb supplements Boost immune system Relaxation

ROSEMARY Used in cooking Oil and leaf Helps combat with:

HeadachesCoughs

Mild Diuretic Good for hair and skin care Use fresh Rosemary in food dishes

MINT Great for in Teas and deserts or in water Helps with

AlertnessHeart burnDigestionHeadaches

Can use in form of:Fresh leafPure peppermint extract Essential oil( do research first before using)

SAGE Contains many healing properties Use it fresh Anti-inflammatory Memory booster Great for reducing

ECHINACEA Prevents cold and flu Stimulates and boosts immune system Used internally

TeaExtract

GINGER Commonly used in teas and in food Great for(Stacy, K.2015):

Increase blood circulationReduces InflammationNauseaChillsGascongestion

Ginger Tea Cookies Use it fresh( very strong)

CHAMOMILE Combats against:

Inflammatory InsomniaAnxietySpasms diarrhea

Found in Tea Used in children and adults

LAVENDER Reduces stress Combats

Depression InsomniaAnxietyRestlessness

Lavender can be used form of:Oils- take a bath-diffuserHerbs

CONCLUSION Herbs are so beneficial Best way to see results is to use them

fresh Supplements Read labels Labels contain warning facts as well as

proper dosage Enjoy the holiday season, while staying

healthy and stress free

REFERENCES Stacy, K. (2015).11 Herbs and spices for

the Holidays. Retrieved From: http://www.keeperofthehome.org/2011/11/11-herbs-and-spices-for-the-holidays.html

Henningsen,K.(2011). Holiday Helpers: Immune Strengtheners and Stress Relievers. Retrieved From: http://www.healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/stress/Holiday%20Helpers%20-%20Immune%20Strengtheners%20and%20Stress%20Relievers.html