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12 Aug, 2009

"If I had only one single herb to depend upon for all possible health and dietary needs, I would without much hesitation choose Turmeric." That’s a pretty strong endorsement for a humble herb and it comes from Dr. David Frawley, Founder of the American Institute for Vedic Studies.

Relative of the Ginger plant, the Turmeric plant is used to treat a number of medical disorders, including digestive disorders, liver problems, and skin diseases. It has also been proven effective in stimulating improvement in bile flow, making it very beneficial for people suffering from both digestive and gall bladder problems.


 
03 Mar, 2008

Achillea millefolium - a perennial flowering plant that is related to chamomile and has been highly prized by traditional healers for centuries for its wide range of medicinal properties, particularly with regards to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory actions. It has been used to combat everything from infections and wounds, to digestive disorders and arthritis.


 
22 Jan, 2008

For hundreds of years, the Zulu and other indigenous South African people have used a wild plant remedy called 'umckaloabo' for coughs, colds, upper respiratory tract irritations and gastrointestinal problems. Today, we know this plant better as the South African geranium (Pelargonium sidoides) - a herb that recent scientific research has shown to have potent anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and immune-boosting properties.


 
20 Sep, 2007

A creeping plant with small white flowers that grows throughout India is highly prized by Ayurvedic (ancient Indian medicine) practitioners for its diverse range of health-giving powers, particularly with regards to its ability to overcome liver disorders.
 
20 Sep, 2007

During a recent herbalists seminar in London, a Swedish practitioner told the audience about the wide-ranging benefits of an annual plant, which is widely used in both Sweden and Denmark during the winter months for fighting cold and flu symptoms.
 
20 Sep, 2007

A small, thorny tree that grows throughout India seems an unlikely contender as a remedy in the fight against heart disease.
 
20 Sep, 2007

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is usually thought of as a culinary herb used primarily in Italian, Greek and Mediterranean cooking, but it has also been used for many centuries as a medicinal plant.
 
20 Sep, 2007

There are over 200 species of hibiscus (rose mallow) that make up the Malvaceae family.
 
20 Sep, 2007

Horny goat weed (Epimedium) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its ability to improve libido, increase energy levels, overcome stress and fatigue, and shorten recovery time after exercise.
 
19 Sep, 2007

Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) a small shrub that grows in the mountainous regions of China and Russia is credited with possessing numerous health-giving properties. For example, the golden-orange berries it produces are a rich source of vitamins and nutrients including vitamins C and E, folic acid, beta carotene, lycopene and zeaxanthin, which can help protect against chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease. Oil from the plant is also packed full of health-boosting substances such as oleic, palmitoleic, palmitic and linoleic acid. They are all renowned for promoting skin healing and alleviating a variety of skin conditions such as eczema. The ingredients in the oil also have the ability to protect the skin against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun.


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