Hyssop is a herb that is useful to treat  a cold, cough, and stuffy nose. It will help relieve the heavy congested feeling in the head and chest. Studies have shown that it has antiviral properties and can be used in treating cold sores. It is also helpful for indigestion.

Benefits of Hyssop:

• good expectorant for coughs and cold
• relieves gas
• improves the appetite
• good gargle for sore throat

Unfortunately this is the time of the year when depression runs havoc in the lives of  people that don’t have family or friends. Depression affects the body, mood, and thought.

A few symptoms of depression:

• oppressive feeling of despair
• hopelessness
• feeling of guilt
• low energy
• difficulty concentrating
• restlessness
• sleep disturbances
• emptiness
• negative and sad thoughts

As you prepare to celebrate Christmas, think of people you haven’t seen in a long time and reach out to them. A phone call or spontaneous visit will make a huge difference in someone’s life.  They will be glad to see you and YOU will represent what Christmas is all about!

Merry Christmas!