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Nigella seeds have been used in herbal medicine for thousands of years, but they are still relatively unknown in western countries like the U.S. That may soon change as more and more of their health benefits are being revealed. Here's what...

Blackberry leaf doesn't often get much attention as a medicinal herb, but it has a range of benefits and nutrients that deserve recognition. Add to this a lovely berry-like flavor and you have an herb that is both tasty and...

Birch trees are graceful, quick-growing trees with beautiful bark that often peels off in sections. Nearly every single part of the tree has been used for thousands of years for various purposes from boat building to medicinal remedies. The leaves,...

Your lymphatic system is incredibly important to your overall health. Yet for some reason, it often gets overlooked and the focus stays on other systems: digestion, liver, brain, etc. The truth of the matter is that if your lymphatic system...

Sarsaparilla is an under-utilized herb that has been used for thousands of years by indigenous people groups and has featured in various traditions, like Ayurvedic medicine and European medicine during the Dark Ages. The roots of the plants can be...

Wormwood has a colorful history of use as a medicinal herb, natural insect repellant, and a key ingredient in the notorious alcoholic drink known as absinthe. It's widely considered one of the best herbs to tackle parasites and contains bitter...

Butterfly pea flower has been used to make a gorgeous blue tea in Southeast Asia for hundreds of years. Because of its beautiful natural color and and numerous health benefits, butterfly pea flower is becoming very popular in other areas around...

Asthma is a respiratory condition that affects a good number of people. Symptoms include wheezing, tightness in the chest, coughing, and difficulty breathing and range from mild to severe and even life-threatening. For some, asthma is constantly in the background....

What is Blue Lotus Flower? Blue lotus is a plant that has been used for thousands of years as a sacred, spiritual flower and a medicinal herb. Notably, blue lotus contains specific compounds that give it psychoactive properties. Because of its...

Herb-infused oils may bring to mind a delicious culinary preparation that can be used for bread dipping, salad dressing, etc., but they can also be a fantastic skincare preparation depending on which herbs you use. There are many excellent herbs...

Elecampane is a medicinal herb that was once used by the ancient Greeks and Romans. Today, you'll most often find it in herbal formulas for coughs or colds, although there are also other benefits of elecampane worth mentioning. Here's more...

Chicory root has a fascinating history as both a medicinal herb and a caffeine-free coffee substitute. It has been used for thousands of years, entering into different herbal traditions like Ayurvedic medicine and western herbalism. The benefits of chicory root...

The 5 Best Herbs for the 3rd Trimester by Daniel Powers The third trimester is one of the most exciting times of pregnancy. Once baby arrives, your life will change forever (in the best way possible). As you finish the...

Herbs have many benefits, including the potential to help with seasonal allergies. However, they can also be the cause of an allergic reaction if you are sensitive to a specific plant or family of plants. To help you avoid major...

Essiac tea is a traditional herbal blend that has been used for many years as a natural cancer fighter. It's made of a few select herbs that each have powerful health-boosting properties. Because of the cancer-fighting claims and stories surrounding...

With the rediscovery of many ancient herbal traditions and the emergence of a modern herbal movement, many people have come to fall in love with herbs and how they can support the human body. If you feel the call to...

Preventing Preeclampsia through Knowledge, Nutrition & Nourishment By Nubia Earth Martin Last year, as we all continued to navigate our way through a “new normal” in the midst of year two of the pandemic, there was a palpable shift that...

There are many different ways to take herbs- more than most people realize. You can make a simple herbal infusion (more commonly called herbal tea), an herbal extract with or without alcohol, an herbal salve for external use, and the...

Coltsfoot is a medicinal plant that has been used for at least 2000 years. It has a lot of fascinating folklore that has surrounded it for centuries as well as some very practical uses for the everyday herbalist. Over the past...

The use of essential oils dates back to ancient times. Certain oils, like frankincense, are mentioned in the Bible and in the medicinal and spiritual practices of different cultures. Over time, essentials oils became somewhat lost as a health remedy...

Acid reflux is a fairly common digestive complaint. For some, the symptoms are occasional and come with eating certain types of food. For others, acid reflux is chronic and occurs weekly or daily. While some forms of acid reflux have...