Lavender

Lavender is a relaxing nervine that eases tension and anxiety. It is a specific for high-strung, nervous and self-absorbed people who need to relax. Lavender is well known for its soothing and calming effect and is combined with other sedative herbs to relieve insomnia and irritability and also helps to alleviate depression. Lavender has a mild analgesic effect and can ease headaches and migraines when taken soon after onset. The essential oil of lavender is antifungal and is a great remedy for burns, wounds and sores. Rubbed onto insect stings, it relieves pain and inflammation and can be used to treat scabies and head lice. Massaging a few drops on the temples eases headaches and five drops added to a bath at night relieves muscle tension, tones the nervous system and encourages sleep