Hepatitis A is a disease of the liver and is caused by the virus called hepatitis A. This disease is contagious and can be caused by having unprotected or oral sex with an infected person. This disease is also known as HAV and a person suffering from this disease needs to wash his/her hands thoroughly before cooking or shaking hands with anyone. The liver is not damaged in the real sense of the word in this disease; however, flu like symptoms is apparent in this disease. Though, the liver would definitely get enlarged as an aftermath of this disease without the vestige of a scar. Vaccines and oral medications are available for this disease; however, herbal treatment is the best for this disease as the liver is a delicate organ. Further, the water one drinks should also be germ free.

Radish has proved its propensities as a good herbal treatment for hepatitis A. Radish leaves should be pulverized and mixed with warm milk. 60ml of this should be taken twice daily for one month and the symptoms of HAV would be resolved. Another herbal treatment for hepatitis A is to eat a mashed plantain with a bit of honey and the symptoms of hepatitis A would be resolved in two weeks.

Passion flower- Passiflora spp- Pasionaria - This herb treatment is in reducing anxiety. Further, it gives a sound sleep; without the fear of addiction.

Plantain- Plantago major (Llanten) - The pain caused by insect bites, abrasions and contagious diseases can be minimized by the use of Plantains. It is of great help in menstrual cramps and protects the liver too. It has antioxidant propensities as well.

Pomegranate – To fight prostate cancer; the juice of pomegranate is the best herbal treatment. It controls diarrhea and dysentery also.

Psyllium - Plantago Psyllum or Zaragatins- It is very good for a diabetic patient as it lowers the sugar level in the body.

Quince - Cydonis Vulgaris (Cydinia Membrillo) - Quince is capable in curing dysentery and other stomach related ailments like indigestion. It is considered to be a tonic for the brain and the heart.

Rose Hips (Rosa Blanda) – This herb is very efficacious in treating abrasion of any kind and increasing the blood circulation. It is helpful in treating a common cold and flu.

Rosemary - Rosemarinus Officinales (Romero) – it is very good for an upset stomach and headaches. Rosemary has anti ageing properties and is used as a preventive measure for cancer. This herb can also resolve liver disorders.