Beat the heat: Herbs to cool your body

Lemongrass Another powerful plant that is great for cooling treats is lemongrass. In human trials, a 2017 study found that lemongrass has positive benefits on skin inflammation.

Aloe The cooling and calming properties of aloe are widely recognised. A 2018 review found that when consumed, it produces comparable effects.

Catnip This herb that is calming isn't just for cats. Traditional herbal therapy has employed catnip to lower blood pressure, alleviate rheumatic pain, and calm anxiety. Infant colic can occasionally be treated with it as well.

Oregon grape Many people prefer to take Oregon grape as a tincture because of its bitter flavor. You can eat the tart berries of the plant or turn them into a tea.

Goldenseal You can take it as a tea, tincture, extract, or powder — but be sure to speak with a qualified herbal practitioner for proper dosage.

Hibiscus Hibiscus trees produce beautiful ornamental flowers that can be used to make a variety of remedies.

Cardamom A fragrant culinary spice used often in traditional Indian cookery is cardamom. A 2020 analysis found that use of cardamom considerably lowered triglyceride levels in people.

Lemon verbena Lemon verbena, or Aloysia citrodora, has been shown to have a number of beneficial characteristics, according to 2018 research.

Chamomile Chamomile tea is well known traditionally for its ability to soothe digestion, calm the nerves, and encourage sound sleep

Dill The culinary herb dill has been proven to have antioxidant, antiprotozoal, antibacterial, and anticancer effects in traditional medicine.