Lavender is good for your health.

After roses, lavender is the most popular flower mentioned most often in the world of aromatherapy and therapeutics.

Lavender (Lavandula) originates from the Mediterranean region and was used by the Romans to perfume clothing and bathwater. In the Middle Ages, people in Provence, southern France, used lavender in perfume and medicinal recipes. However, it wasn't until the 19th century that lavender was widely cultivated. Today, lavender is used for health in the form of infusions, essential oils, or softgels to prevent flu, treat acne, soothe irritation, and promote wound healing.

The plants are harvested while in bloom, dried, and vacuum-sealed for long-term preservation. Known as the flower of gentleness and purity like sunshine, lavender, meaning "to wash" in ancient times, has a noticeable effect on health. Lavender honey is delicious and good for the nervous system, commonly used to treat conditions such as insomnia, anxiety, and stress. To sleep better, people put a few drops of lavender essential oil on their pillow or place a sachet of dried lavender flowers in their pillowcase. The warmth of the body and bed helps disperse the soothing molecules of the flower. Applying a little lavender essential oil to the temples and gently massaging can reduce headaches and dizziness.

Lavender tea helps relieve bloating and reduce fermentation in the intestines. Diffusing lavender essential oil can disinfect and antibacterialize rooms; prevent respiratory disorders such as colds, coughs, sinusitis, reduce fever, soothe sore throats, and asthma. Using essential oil for massage or diluted as a compress is very effective for joint pain, rheumatism, or cramps. For burns, insect bites, sunburns, eczema, minor wounds, or acne, you can apply a mixture of lavender vinegar (soaking 100 grams of lavender in one liter of vinegar for 8 days) and rose water directly to the skin.

Lavender essential oil is also used in cakes, ice cream, and jams. For savory dishes, a sprig of fresh lavender is added to enhance the flavor of the food, replacing cilantro.

According to Thanh Nien - NT