Plants Give Us Medicines

Key Notes :

Introduction to Medicinal Plants:

• Some plants can help us feel better when we’re sick.
• These plants have special parts, like leaves, roots, or flowers, that can be used to make medicine.

Common Medicinal Plants:

• Aloe Vera: Helps soothe cuts and burns.

• Mint: Can help with stomach aches.

• Tulsi (Holy Basil): Known for helping with coughs and colds.

How Plants Are Used:

• Some plants are used to make teas or oils.
• Others are turned into tablets, creams, or liquids.

Why Plants Are Important:

• Plants have been used for thousands of years to treat illnesses.
• Many medicines we use today come from plants.

Safe Use of Plants:

• Not all plants are safe to eat or use.
• Always ask an adult or a doctor before using plants as medicine.

Fun Fact:

• Did you know that the medicine for aspirin comes from a tree called the willow tree?

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