Around the country, people can agree that the sunflower is one of the most beautiful flowers that can be grown. They bring a cheerful backdrop to any garden and can be seen nodding in the wind and following the sun’s passage overhead. Not only is the sunflower plant one of the most recognizable, it also has some medicinal value.

The large, beautiful flower can be used to make a tea that will help lower fevers, suppress coughs and support the lungs when suffering from bronchitis. Eating sunflower seeds will also provide a boost in zinc, copper and manganese, which are essential minerals needed to maintain a healthy body.