Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Activating Properties

Herbs have activating qualities to them, also known as stimulation. This activation may be needed when an organ of the body is functioning sluggishly or under par. Some herbs have tonifying properties, meaning that they tone the glands or functioning of the body, much like exercise tones your muscles. Some herbs can actually stimulate and support your body to help it do its job better. Activating herbs have a stimulating effect on the body organs and can give you a jump-start on health. This effect might be compared to the feeling of suddenly being pushed into an icy cold pool on a hot summer day. (Now that’s activating!)

These activating herbs are not necessarily used long-term, but they can be a catalyst to helping you recover.
An example of some stimulating herbs include:
  • Capsicum Stimulates blood circulation
  • Horseradish Stimulates respiratory passages
  • Peppermint Stimulates alertness and digestion

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