The ancient Celts were a group of tribal societies. They were not brutes or primitive. They belong to an advanced civilization. They were traders of copper and tin. The Celts were the first to mix tin and copper to produce bronze. Apart from being astute traders, they were very spiritual.
They loved being close to nature. In fact, much of the spiritual festivals by the Celts revolved around expressing value and love for nature. They cultivated the lands and developed remedies for various ailments. They also adopted a healthy, holistic approach to preserve beauty and health. Below are three of the most revered herbs the Celts used in ancient healing:
Bilberries Also known as Huckleberry or Whortleberries, Bilberry is a low-growing shrub that bears edible berries. It belongs to the Ericaceae family. The Celts used to gather these berries in Ireland’s midlands. The berries are so revered by the Celts; they celebrate its season through the Festival of Lugnasa.
The berries are extremely nutritious. They contain antioxidants that protect the artery walls from oxidative damage. The berries also eliminate fat plaques from the veins. Bilberries are also rich in antioxidant anthocyanidins. Anthocyanidins are compounds that protect from cell damage and soothe a hyperactive immune system. The Celts believed that bilberries purify the blood. And they could be right. Modern studies suggest bilberries help cut the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other debilitating disorders.
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