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09/05/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Researchers say that this traditional Chinese herbal complex can promote hair growth

A herbal complex from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) might offer a safe and natural means of restoring the hair of people who suffer from spot baldness. In an animal study, Korean researchers showed that this complex could encourage bald mice to regenerate their lost hair. The Chinese herbal complex is made from the chameleon plant, […]

07/22/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Making medicine after a disaster: North American’s top medicinal plants

Nature is a wonderful source of food, but did you know that you can count on it for medicine too? North America is rife with medicinal plants. Some can speed up the healing process of cuts and bruises, while others can help you get through a bad cold. Either way, we’re surrounded by plants essential […]

04/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Herbal treatments help balance hormone fluctuations and mood swings in women

Menopause is a natural occurrence wherein menstruation stops in women. It typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55. However, menopause can also occur before the age of 40. Menopause can be purposefully induced by drugs for medical reasons or prematurely caused by surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and other drugs, or caused by other certain […]

01/29/2018 / By Janine Acero

Boosting thyroid health with essential oils (and how to use them)

Plants have been used time and again as medicinal aids to various ailments. While most healing properties come directly from the leaves and roots, some plants and herbs offer their essential oils to relieve, prevent, and reverse symptoms. The numerous components of essential oils can be used in a great variety of purposes, from foods […]

05/31/2017 / By Russel Davis

Repel mosquitos naturally with these 10 powerful plants

Mosquitoes are likely to be the first thing that comes to your mind when insect-related diseases are discussed. Is it really a wonder, considering mosquito-borne diseases have shown significant prevalence over the past decades? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the global incidence of dengue showed a 30-fold increase over the last 30 years. Additionally, the organization noted that more than […]

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