Herbs prove ever so enduring in their remedial properties. It was not until the reign of King Rama v that western medicine was first introduced into Thailand. Prior to that, Thai people counted on herbs. Many herbs and spices used in Thai cuisine have beneficial medicinal properties Nowadays people, especially upcountry, still use a lot of herbs and natural products for their remedies. Aloe Vera is a typical example of a herb that is widely used, sunflower can reduce the sugar level in blood circulation and also helps remove a certain amount of cholesterol. Roselle is useful for peptic ulcers whilst mint is used in mouth wash. Here are more examples of folk wisdom in using herbs and spices to prevent and cure illness and problems.