The Healing Power Of Vanilla

There is gentility in the essence of vanilla, like the soft kisses of raindrops in a sprinkle storm. The sweet smell lingers on skin, hair, and fur for hours and never overpowers the senses with that un-wanted potent perfume intensity. While it is gentle on the senses, vanilla holds extreme character strength. It is known to heal some of the darkest ailments in both humans and animals. With its anti-depressant, anti-oxidant, anti-carcinogenic, tranquilizing, and fever reducing properties; vanilla hits high on the list of healing herbs.

It can increase the energy in muscles, lower blood pressure, and relieve anger and anxiety. When applied topically, vanilla helps skin, hair, and fur to retain moisture, as it contains humectant. Vanilla aids in the prevention of sleep and relieves restlessness. Not only does it stimulate the senses, it activates the brain and motivates the mind.

Vanilla has been used in some cases of hysteria, as it calms the nerves and relaxes the body with its sedative properties. As such, it also takes effect on inflammation caused by convulsions, rheumatios arthritis, stress, and allergy and provides relief.

Vanilla is native to south america and mexico. Its flowers are yellow-white in color and are quite fragrant. The fruit of this plant is a yellow to buff bean and, if dried with precision and care, will provide immense benifits to the culinary and medicinal fields. It is a beautiful plants with amazing powers to heal. By Amanda Bussen