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Are you a lavender lover? With just a few ingredients you can prepare these delicate, buttery cookies infused with the sweet aroma and flavor of lavender. Lavender cookies are sophisticated and great for all kinds of parties. They are a simple and perfect little treat to enjoy any time of day.

Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is a plant belonging to the Asteraceae species. It is often sown in home gardens because of its beautiful purple flowers. However, for many people, echinacea is not only a wonderful ornamental flower, but also a valuable source of active substances such as betaine, glycoproteins and essential oils.

Chia seeds are the small, white, brown or black seeds of the Salvia hispanica chia plant native to Mexico and Guatemala. They have been known for years. Chia seeds were one of the most important ingredients of the Mayan and Aztec diet. The word "chia" in the Mayan language actually means "strength." Chia seeds have gained popularity in recent years due to their health properties.

Raspberry leaves have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic and diaphoretic properties, so they are recommended for colds and flu. Raspberry leaf tea supports the body in the fight against dangerous infections and helps reduce high fever. What else does raspberry leaf tea help with?

Southernwood can remove parasites and worms from the intestines, support digestion, stimulate appetite, treat menstrual disorders, coughs, bronchitis, catarrh, mucus, and congestion. It may have a diuretic and diaphoretic effect. It may have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral properties.

Comfrey ointment for skin problems. You can make it yourself. Comfrey root ointment relieves joint and muscle pain and accelerates the healing of wounds and burns. It accelerates skin regeneration, relieves the symptoms of psoriasis, has a strong moisturizing and soothing effect on atopic dermatitis.

Lemon balm, thanks to relaxing properties, is mainly used for anxiety and neurosis. It may also help with sleep problems. But that is not all. Lemon balm can improve digestion and relieve menstrual pain. It is also recommended for improving memory and concentration and for nausea during pregnancy.

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is also called cat herb or cat balm. It is known primarily as an herb loved by cats, but its use in humans can also bring many benefits. What properties does catnip have? How it works? When is it worth using?

The diuretic properties of Lady’s bedstraw herb help relieve the symptoms of kidney stones and gout. It can also be used externally as a compress to accelerate wound healing. Lady’s bedstraw herb stimulates metabolism, has a diaphoretic effect and cleanses the body of toxins. It can help with diarrhea, inflammation and fever.