5 Edible flowers used as a herbal medicine

Edible flowers are flowers that can be consumed safely. It should be free from all kind of chemicals and pesticides.

PANSY- The antibacterial and antifungal properties allow these flowers to be used in many things such as skin treatments for acne, psoriasis, eczema or itching. Also, they are steeped in boiling water and drank as a tea. Pansy have a fresh, slightly spicy, lettuce-like flavor. It is used to garnish sweet and baking dishes.

LAVENDER- This flower is known for relaxing qualities and usually made into essential oils. Lavender can be eaten to help take in a lot more vitamins and minerals. Eating lavender on a regular occasion has been known to improve eye health & prevent cataracts. Lavender has a sweet floral taste which can be overpowering. It is used to garnish fruit dishes, green salads, desserts or soups.

CHAMOMILE- Chamomile promotes sleep & treats insomnia, cold, reduces stress, muscle spasm, period pains. It treats cuts, wound & skin conditions. This flower has a soft, floral taste. It is used in salads, desserts and drank as a tea.

BORAGE- It contains phytonutrients, flavonoids and anti-oxidants, all of which can help lower the risk of certain health problems like cancer and health medicine. Borage tastes like cucumber and used in cold soups, ice-creams, sorbets and salads.

MARIGOLD- Marigold have a lot of antioxidants which supports your immune system and oral health. It also helps in combating cancer cells. It tastes varies to mildly citrusy to subtly spicy. It used to garnish salads, rice dishes and soups.