1. Parsley
Internally, parsley root is used for digestive disorders, urinary tract problems and bronchitis. Hippocrates recommended the herb for general tonics, kidney stones, antidotes for poison and rheumatism. The juice can be given during childbirth to facilitate contractions. It has been recommended for infections, to relieve menstrual pain, to increase the female libido, to lower blood pressure and improve asthma and allergies. Containing many vitamins and minerals, the herb helps detoxify the body. It reduces inflammations and inhibits histamine reactions. It is also a known diuretic and laxative. It can be used to correct flatulence and colic. It also strengthens the bones.

Externally, parsley juice has been used to relieve toothache. It is also a great natural breath freshener. A herbal tea can be used as an enema. The leaves can be crushed and rubbed on insect bites to relieve itching. The herb has been used to soothe tired or irritated eyes. Fresh leaves can be used as a poultice for sore breasts during lactation.

2. Marshmallow
Internally, marshmallow leaf is used to ease inflammation and ulceration in the digestive system as well as the mucosa affected by dry coughs. It is an expectorant and controls bacterial infections. It can soothe irritation of the mucus membranes of the mouth, throat and gastrointestinal system as well as aid respiratory ailments like asthma and bronchitis. It will form a protective coating over irritated and inflamed mucus membranes. The root will treat hernia and cystitis.

Externally, marshmallow can help boils, abscesses, burns, ulcers, sores and other minor injuries. It can limit inflammation in the skin and will help prevent skin degeneration. The herb seems to boost the immune system at the cellular level. It inhibits degradation of connective tissues. It helps the skin maintain moisture, reduces aging in the skin and helps quicken healing. It may be added to drawing ointments to apply to boils and abscesses. It is also used as an emollient for varicose veins.

3. Dandelion
The cheery yellow dandelion with its crown of greenery can be found just about everywhere. As much as children love to blow its fluff of seeds to the winds as they make a wish, gardeners everywhere are doing everything they can to eradicate this amazing plant from their lawns and gardens. They don't realize what a treasure this plant is. It is full of nutrition and medicinal qualities.

Internally, dandelion is good for the liver and kidneys, and has often been used as a general tonic. Mixed in a herbal tea, it is given for jaundice, gall stones, constipation and upset stomach. Externally, dandelion sap is often applied directly from the stem to cure warts, pimples, moles, callouses and sores. The sap also soothes bee stings and blisters.

4. Horsetail
Internally, horsetail is anticonvulsant and has sedative qualities when used in high doses. It is most frequently used as an herbal diuretic. It helps to flush out infectious bacteria from the bladder and it doesn't change the electrolyte levels in the body. It is currently being studied as a treatment for memory loss due to age. The herb is used for prostate problems, incontinence, urethritis and cystitis. It is also useful for hemorrhage, osteoporosis and arthritis. Due to the high silica content, horsetail can be helpful in repairing cartilage and connective tissue as well as wounds.

Externally, horsetail will boost the health of skin and nails. It can also be applied to stop hemorrhage. A compress can be made to treat wounds. It strengthens and helps with epithelial regeneration of the skin. It is useful for burns, sprains and fractures.