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Health is an important aspect of life, and it must be guarded at any cost. The present chapter focuses on the origin, distribution, chemical composition, and general, traditional, and pharmacological uses of various household and easily available herbs that can be employed in the management of health. The herbs are not only nutritional foods but also remedies; when utilized in a proper way, they can help in achieving a fulfilling healthy lifestyle. The herbs are becoming popular in public than the synthetic medicines because these are devoid of many of the adverse effects linked with synthetic drugs and thus provide a safer view about them. The information supplied in this chapter is written in a lucid and easy language so that even laymen can understand it. Herbs are the gift of nature for all and we are one of them; they do not only act as remedies but also as the functional foods. The content of this chapter will help us in attaining good health through the justified use of the herbs. |
