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Honeysuckle
Traditional Chinese medicines relies on honeysuckle to eliminate toxins and over here it is known for its anti inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
The dried flowers can be used to make caugh syrup and some drink honeysuckle tea to treat cold or a caugh. Try Honeysuckle flower tea from WWW.luminescents.co.uk

Passion Flower.
It was brought back from Peru in the 1500s by Spanish explorers, this flower has calming effects.
Scientists believe it works by increasing levels of the chemical gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain. This lowers the activity of some brain cells so we feel more relaxed, which is why it is useful for sleep problems, esoecially when it is combined with velerian and lemon balm. Try Relax herb passion flower extract tablets fromWWW.schwabepharma.co.uk

Sunflower .
Sunflower seeds are rich in B vitamins, which are essential for a healthy nervous system and for fighting off stress. They are also a good source of nutrients and minerals: phosphorus, magnesium, iron , calcium , potassium, zinc, protein and vitamin E. They contain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids (the healthy fats that may help to protect the arteries). their zinc boosts immunity and wards off colds . They are the ideal snack with lots of protein and low carbs.

Rose .
Rose has an essential oil from the petals. It is full of antioxidants and is naturally antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and astringent, so it is perfect for treating  arange of skin problems such as redness and imflammation. It is now a key ingredient in many beauty preperations as an effective moisturiser. It  nourishes the skin and helps to ward off wrinkles. As an aromatherapy treatment, rose essentail oil may help reduce depression, anxiety and stress.

Calendula.
Calendula, its petals are full of flavonoids (plant antioxidents that help boost immunity and fight imflammation).
Calendula is often recommended to soothe an upset stomach or reduce the pain of a sore throat, but its best used as a cream, applied directly to the skin, to heal minor cuts, grazes, bruises and burns.


Lavender .
Lavender is the scent that helps promote relaxation. Dried flowers in a muslin bag or a few drops of oil extracted from the flowers on your pillow can improve sleep.
The oil has powerful antibacterial properties, and just a few drops can reduce itching and swelling. I t has also been shown to help pain after surgery too .

Camomile.
Camomile flowers are dried and used to create tinctures, infusions, essential oils and creams. Taken internally, its a relaxing sedative , (calming an upset stomach).
It is also used to soothe headaches, rheumatism and gout. Camomile tea bags, cooled, can soothe irritated skin, minor burns and surface wounds.


Primrose.
Evening primrose with its fragrant yellow flowers that open at dusk and stay open all night . Oil  extracted from the ripe seeds is rich in gamma-linolenic acis (GLA) which is one of the body essential fatty acids. Evening primrose oil can protect the heart by helping reduce cholesterol and blood pressure. It is also  a good natural remedy for exzema and acne as well as rheumatoid arthritis.