{"id":52317,"date":"2019-01-04T10:00:55","date_gmt":"2019-01-04T15:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-well.ca?p=5855"},"modified":"2026-07-02T15:21:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T19:21:56","slug":"herbal-supplements-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/herbal-supplements-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Herbal Supplements You Need to Know About"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Turmeric<\/h4>\n

This bright yellow spice is one of\u00a0hottest herbal supplements around right now, and it’s not hard to see why! Turmeric<\/a> is\u00a0beloved for it’s powerful anti-inflammatory properties, and has long been used in traditional medicine\u00a0to treat a wide range of illnesses. Studies have shown that turmeric is great for relieving issues like chronic inflammation, chronic pain, and rheumatoid arthritis. Some new studies even suggest that it can be beneficial in treating depression and staving off diabetes, slowing the aging process, and even inhibiting cancer cell growth.<\/p>\n

To\u00a0add this anti-inflammatory root to your diet, try adding ground turmeric to foods (it’s great in a curry), blending a few pinches\u00a0into a green smoothie, or taking a turmeric supplement.<\/p>\n

Fenugreek<\/h4>\n

Like Turmeric, Fenugreek<\/a> is commonly used as a cooking spice, but has also been traditionally used\u00a0for a range of health applications. Fenugreek is used during\u00a0PMS and menopause to help lessen the effects of mood swings and hot flashes and relieve menstrual cramps. New research also suggests that it might help to lower levels of blood glucose and cholesterol, and may even be helpful in the treatment of diabetes. Fenugreek is also widely used by new moms to help to increase milk production.<\/p>\n

Echinacea<\/h4>\n

Echinacea<\/a> is a North American flower that’s been widely used for years to help boost the immune system and shorten (and sometimes even stave off) colds and upper respiratory tract infections. It’s also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, and regular use of echinacea (like in a daily tea<\/a>) may help with chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.<\/p>\n

Spirulina<\/h4>\n

If you’ve been spending time on Instagram<\/a> lately, you’ve probably seen at least one smoothie or smoothie bowl made using this blue-green algae-based powder. Spirulina<\/a> is becoming super popular in health and wellness circles because it’s packed with nutrients like protein, Vitamin B1, B2, and B3, and Iron. It’s also loaded with antioxidants, which help to protect the body’s cells against\u00a0oxidative damage.<\/p>\n

If you want to try it for yourself, try using a supplement, or using spirulina powder<\/a> in a smoothie or in this\u00a0Spirulina Globes<\/a>\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n

Milk Thistle<\/h4>\n

Milk Thistle<\/a> is a powerful antioxidant that helps to boost the immune system and to fight against oxidative damage in the body, but it’s most widely used as\u00a0a natural detox and remedy for liver diseases.\u00a0New research also suggests that milk thistle may help to regulate fat digestion, stabilize blood sugar, and balance hormone levels.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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