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Lilie

Legend states the Greek God Apollo presented the Lily of the Valley to Aesculapius, the great healer. Today, a number of lily species boast health beneficial properties, and certain species contain compounds that are used in medicine. These medicines treat ailments such as depression, heart disease, angina and anxiety. Additionally, many parts of the world use them to treat a variety of other illnesses, usually in the form of an essential oils or balms. Beauty-wise, certain extracts from the lily can brighten the skin and reduce scars.

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Uploaded on November 2, 2019
Taken on August 9, 2015