How to Eat the Way God Intended: Plants from the Bible - Part 2

It has always been my desire to plant a garden that would provide plants mentioned in the bible. The reason is simple, the health benefits of these plants are huge and as the Bible is an instructional guide for us to live by then it only makes sense that we eat, heal and maintain our bodies as described by God's word.

From my research I have discovered 110 plants mentioned in the Bible. Some are mentioned quiet often, while others less as often. Because of translation difficulties, there are some plants mentioned that may be in limbo forever, as it has proven to be difficult to correctly identify them.

If you would like to read about the various plants mentioned in the Bible, Isiah is a great place to start.

Let's start with Lentil: This small but mighty plant is a member of the Legume family and contains a good source of cholesterol lowering fiber. They also have benefit in managing blood sugar levels, as their high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising rapidly after a meal.

Lentils also contribute to heart health because of their high amounts of foliate and magnesium.

Lentil is spoke of in Genesis 25:34

Mandrake: the root of the Mandrake is the one part of the plant that is used. It is believed to be related to the tomato and potato and has been used for infertility. It has also been called the "love apple" or mandriva. It is mentioned in the book of Genesis 30:14. Not much else could be found. Other then it was thought to be poison at first as well as the tomato. People in the Bible times believed that eating too much of it could result in insanity.

Lemon Balm: Known most commonly as, Melissa, and has soothing effects on the stomach, it has been used to ease pain and discomfort with digestion, including gas and bloating. Lemon balm has also been used as a memory enhancement and contains a good source of antioxidants. It also has benefits on lowering the risk of certain cancers. Balm is spoke of in Genesis 37:25