Herbs are found in a stunning variety of everyday products, from ice teas, to shampoo and toothpaste. And herbs can be extracted and taken in pill form.
But herbs were the earliest form of medicines, and like all medicines, they have side effects.
So you need to know what herbs do what. That brings us to the Pill Advised Herb Guide, which features 34 herbs from Aloe Vera to Valerian.
Enjoy the video, then check the Herb Guide to learn more about herbs.
Herbs widely used throughout history in Asian and early European cultures have received renewed attention by Western medicine in recent years. Scientists are now isolating the active compounds in many medicinal herbs and documenting their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities.
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The fat-fighting power of black pepper has been explored in a new study from Sejong University in Korea.
They found that a component of black-pepper, called piperine, can block the formation of new fat cells. Piperine is the pungent-tasting substance that gives black pepper its characteristic taste.
by Dr. Leo Galland
Has winter blindsided you with a cold or flu?
Did holiday shopping and spending leave you stressed out?
Have chilly days and nights kept you stuck indoors?
If it feels like the perfect storm has hit your immune system this time of year, you’re right.
Botanical Illustration of Acai Berry
Today, we added Acai Berry to our Herb Guide.
It looks at traditional uses as an herbal remedy, side-effects, research and resources.
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Party foods don’t have to derail your plans to make this the healthiest holiday season ever.
If you understand the answer to the following question, all the food you serve can be healthy: What creates appetizing snacks, desserts or hors d’oevres?
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