Top Herbs for Immune Support

In the current era of increasing pathogen resistance to antibiotic drugs, there is a great need for new approaches for preventing colds, flu and other common infectious conditions. Key immune support herbs like Echinacea, Andrographis, and Astragalus can be valuable allies.

 

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Influential Herbal Researcher Faces Blog-Prompted Academic Inquiry

A prominent and widely respected scientist who has published milestone articles on the healing properties of herbs such as turmeric, is facing a university investigation partially as a result of criticism by bloggers from websites like Retraction Watch. The case underscores the ambiguous role of unrefereed blogs in mediating science and influencing scientific reputations. [ ...Read More]

Ginseng and Curcumin: Herbal Allies in Cancer Care

Ginseng and curcumin, two herbs with long histories of use in traditional Asian herbal medicine, have beneficial effects in people with cancer, according to new studies presented at this year's annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). [ ...Read More]

Herbal Allies Offer Non-Invasive Options for Couples Struggling to Conceive

Herbs like Shatavari, Tribulus and Rhodiola can play a valuable role in supporting women's reproductive health, establishing normal hormonal function, nourishing and toning the uterus, helping to reduce stress level, relax the nervous system, and increase sexual desire. [ ...Read More]

I'm Just Mad About Saffron....

Saffron aromatherapy can produce measurable and potentially meaningful changes in young womens' hormonal chemistry, suggesting the possibility that it might be a useful remedy for PMS and dysmenorrhea.

 

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Lavender: An Effective Non-Drug Alternative for Anxiety & Depression

Lavender, an herb beloved for it's pleasing fragrance, is also proving to be an effective remedy for both anxiety and depression. Taken orally, it can be as effective as low-dose benzodiazepines for attenuating anxiety. [ ...Read More]

Herbal Options for Managing Adrenal Fatigue

Think of adrenal fatigue as the "waiting room" for type-2 diabetes, hypothyroidism and heart attack. Drug therapies may be able to ameliorate the end-stage symptoms of these disorders, but they do not rectify the core problem. Herbs like Licorice, Ashwagandha, Ginseng, Rhodiola and others have much to offer people who need to restore and normalize their adrenal function. [ ...Read More]

A Culinary Favorite, Oregano Shows its Antimicrobial Muster

Oregano has a long legacy in traditional medicine from Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia. Hippocrates recommended it as an antiseptic and a treatment for gastrointestinal and respiratory ailments. A spate of recent research shows that the herb can inhibit a number of human pathogens including Staphylococcus, Salmonella and Aspergillus. [ ...Read More]

Six Ayurvedic Herbs Every Doctor Should Know

With the growing popularity of Ayurveda worldwide, an many people are discovering the herbs that play essential roles in this millennia-old system of healing. Herbalist Omar Cruz reviews the properties & benefits of six of the most commonly used Ayurvedic plant medicines.

 

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Ginseng Extract Safely Reduces Incidence, Recurrence of Respiratory Infections

A standardized extract of Panax ginseng root (Panax quinquefolium) is proving safe and effective for preventing and ameliorating acute respiratory infections, particularly  among elderly individuals.

 

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