Essential for health and wellness, these plants keep you away from sub-health

   In today's society, sub-health has become a common “modern disease”. Data show that more than 70% of the population in China is in a state of sub-health, suffering from fatigue, insomnia, low immunity and other problems.

More and more people are beginning to explore effective health methods, plant health by virtue of its natural, safe and convenient characteristics, gradually favored by the public. Below, we introduce a variety of plants that can help you get rid of sub-health, take you to unlock the natural health code. 

Greenery: air purification all-powerful king

Greenery is known as the air purification of the “competent general”. NASA research shows that the green can effectively absorb formaldehyde, benzene and other harmful gases, each pot of green can purify about 10 micrograms of formaldehyde in 24 hours.

Will be placed in the newly renovated room or desk, not only can adsorb pollutants in the air, its emerald green leaves can also relieve visual fatigue. In addition, it is easy to cultivate greens in hydroponics, just change the water regularly and add 1-2 drops of nutrient solution, and it will thrive and release a constant stream of vitality and energy. 

Hanging Orchid: Formaldehyde Buster

The ability to purify formaldehyde is very outstanding, a pot of hanging orchids in 8-10 square meters of the room, can be more than 80% of the formaldehyde in the air to absorb clean, there is a “green purifier” reputation.

Hanging the orchid in the corner of the living room or bedroom can effectively purify the air and add a unique decorative effect to the space. To ensure the purifying effect of the orchid, wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every 2-3 weeks to keep its air holes open. 

Refreshing Plants: Energize Your Life

Peppermint: a natural energizer

Peppermint is rich in menthol, which stimulates the nerves and increases alertness. A Japanese study found that smelling peppermint for 10 minutes increased concentration by 15%. Smelling the cool aroma of peppermint in between jobs can instantly dispel drowsiness and boost productivity.

In addition, mint can also be used to make tea, the mint leaves with boiling water, add the right amount of honey, a cup of cool and refreshing mint tea can be refreshing, but also to ease the discomfort of the throat. 

Rosemary: memory booster

Rosemary contains sage acid, which can promote blood circulation in the brain and enhance memory. Research at Northumbria University in the UK showed that students who smelled rosemary scent improved their memory test scores by an average of 7%.

Placing rosemary in the study room can help students focus and improve learning results. Rosemary leaves can also be crushed and applied to the temples to relieve headaches and fatigue. Lavender: The Guardian Angel of Sleep

The aroma emitted by lavender contains linalool, linalyl acetate and other ingredients that can regulate the nervous system, relieve anxiety and promote sleep. A clinical trial in France showed that insomnia patients smell lavender 15 minutes before bedtime, sleep time can be shortened by 30%.

Placing a pot of lavender in the bedroom or using lavender aromatherapy can create a peaceful and soothing sleep atmosphere, helping people easily enter dreamland. 

Jasmine: a soothing elixir for the body and mind

The aroma of jasmine reduces cortisol levels and relieves tension. A survey of working professionals showed that placing jasmine in the workplace reduced anxiety by 20%. Placing jasmine flowers at the foot of the bed can beautify the environment and give off a light fragrance at night, helping people to soothe the body and mind into a sweet dream.

Aloe Vera: The Family Medicine Cabinet

Aloe vera is not only a beauty product, but also a plant with high medicinal value. Its gel is rich in polysaccharides, aloin and other ingredients, with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and tissue repair effects.

When the skin is burned or sunburned, take fresh aloe vera gel and apply it to the injured area, which can effectively relieve pain and promote wound healing. In addition, aloe vera can also be taken internally, wash the aloe vera leaf, remove the skin, take the gel and add honey, warm water and mix well and then drink, can promote intestinal peristalsis, improve constipation. 

Honeysuckle: a good detoxifier

Honeysuckle contains chlorogenic acid, lignoceroside and other ingredients, with the effect of clearing heat and detoxification, evacuation of wind-heat. Modern medical research shows that honeysuckle has an inhibitory effect on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli.

Brew honeysuckle with boiling water and drink it instead of tea, which can effectively prevent and relieve colds, sore throats and other symptoms. During the high flu season, drinking honeysuckle tea regularly can strengthen the body's immunity and ward off viral invasion. 

Matching plants, synergistic health effects

The rational combination of different plants can play a synergistic effect. For example, in the bedroom will be lavender and jasmine with placement, lavender's sleep-aiding effect and jasmine's soothing effect of mutual synergy, can create a better quality of sleep environment.

In the office will be green with mint, green with air purification, mint refreshing, so that the office environment is more healthy, comfortable. 

Plant health is simple and easy to do, just choose the right plants for yourself, and master the correct maintenance methods, you can use the power of plants, away from sub-health, embrace a healthy life. Let's start now, these plants into the life, for themselves and their family's health points.