Herb	Disease/Condition	How to Use	Precautions
Turmeric	Inflammation, Joint Pain	Add 1-2 teaspoons of turmeric powder to warm milk or water and consume once or twice daily. Alternatively, use in cooking or take as a supplement.	Avoid in high doses if you have gallbladder issues, bleeding disorders, or are pregnant. May interact with blood-thinning medications.
Ginger	Nausea, Digestive Issues	Prepare ginger tea by boiling sliced ginger in water for 10 minutes. Drink 2-3 times a day. Can also be consumed fresh or added to food.	Excessive ginger can cause heartburn, diarrhea, and mouth irritation. Avoid high doses during pregnancy or if on blood-thinning medication.
Ashwagandha	Stress, Anxiety, Fatigue	Take 300-500 mg of ashwagandha extract once or twice daily. Can also be added to smoothies or consumed as a tea.	Avoid if pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you have thyroid disorders. May interact with sedatives or thyroid medications.
Neem	Skin Disorders, Infections	Apply neem oil directly to the affected area or use neem leaves in a bath. Neem supplements can be taken orally as directed.	Neem should not be used by pregnant women or children. Oral consumption in large quantities can be toxic.
Tulsi (Holy Basil)	Respiratory Issues, Cough	Make a tea using fresh or dried tulsi leaves and drink 2-3 times a day. Tulsi drops can also be added to water or tea.	Avoid if you have a bleeding disorder, are pregnant, or trying to conceive. May interact with blood-thinning medications.
Amla (Indian Gooseberry)	Immunity Boost, Digestion	Consume fresh amla juice daily, or take amla powder mixed with water or honey. Amla can also be eaten raw or as a supplement.	May lower blood sugar levels; use cautiously if diabetic. High doses may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Fenugreek	Diabetes, Digestive Issues	Soak fenugreek seeds in water overnight and consume the water on an empty stomach. Use fenugreek powder in cooking or take as a supplement.	Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. May interact with medications for diabetes or blood clotting. Can cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Licorice Root	Sore Throat, Respiratory Problems	Prepare licorice tea by boiling the root in water for 10-15 minutes. Drink 2-3 times a day. Can also be taken as a supplement.	Avoid prolonged use as it can cause high blood pressure, low potassium levels, and hormonal imbalances. Not recommended for pregnant women.
Brahmi	Memory Enhancement, Anxiety	Take 300-500 mg of Brahmi extract once or twice daily. Can also be consumed as a tea or mixed into food.	Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. May interact with thyroid medications, sedatives, or certain antidepressants.
Aloe Vera	Skin Burns, Digestive Health	Apply fresh aloe vera gel directly to the skin or consume aloe vera juice as directed (usually 1-2 tablespoons daily).	Do not consume aloe latex or unprocessed aloe orally, as it can cause severe gastrointestinal issues. Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding.