Ancient Herbal Medicine

Enter the dunes of Ancient Egypt, where the greatest sages and intellectuals used their understanding of herbs to treat physical ills and provide solace for the spirit. Intriguing papyri that reveal Egyptian medical practices include the Ebers Papyrus and the Edwin Smith Papyrus. Aloe vera stands out among their excellent selection of herbal medicines. This succulent plant was used to cure wounds and a number of skin diseases because of its reputation for mending. Myrrh and frankincense, known for their alluring perfume, were revered for their therapeutic abilities to treat inflammation and speed up the healing process in addition to being used as incense in religious ceremonies. <a href="https://medium.com/lessons-from-history/ancient-herbal-medicine-231dfb2eef6a">Website</a>