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Holy Basil or "Tulsi" Prevents Infections: Ancient Medicine with Modern Scientific Applications

By: Alicia Richardson

Harmful Ingredients Used For Detox: Potent Herbs in Colon Cleansing Products

By: Joni Chng

Herbal Weight Loss Supplements: Herbal Remedies that Promise Weight Loss

By: Melissa Black

Garlic Health Benefits: Lower Cholesterol, Boost Heart, Immunity & More with Garlic Extract

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

The Health Benefits of Cinnamon: Medicinal Herb that Tastes Great

By: Feature Writer Alina Bradford

Healing Sage as a Tea and an Herbal Remedy: Cold and Flu Remedies and a Great Digestion Aid

By: Sandy McCollum

Parsley for Health: More Than Just a Garnish, a Highly Nutritious Breath Freshener

By: Pat Safar

Milk Thistle, the Liver Detox Herb: Milk Thistle Seed, Herbal Extract Used to Cleanse & Support Liver

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Health Benefits of Dandelion: Not Just a Weed but a Coffee Substitute and Nutrient Packed Herb

By: Pat Safar

The Truth About Feverfew as a Migraine Treatment: Studies into the Feverfew Herb for Headache Migraine Symptoms

By: Feature Writer Rachel Wills

Six Great Herbs For Digestion: Health Made Simple

By: Jerome Niemi

Chamomile: A Traditional Medicinal Herb

By: Arlene Lengyel

Eucalyptus for Health: Eucalyptus, Australian Flu and Cold Remedy

By: Pat Safar

Herbal Cold Remedy Provides Flu Relief: Black Elderberry Extract, Catnip Tea, Garlic, Effective Against Flu

By: Darlene Norris

Green Tea and Health: The Healing Power of the Camellia Plant

By: Jennifer Graham

Harmless, Natural Mosquito Repellents: Herbs and Oils that Repel Mosquitoes Without a Bad Effect on Health

By: Feature Writer Fleur Hupston

Natural Catnip - an Old Cold and Flu Remedy: Catnip Products Include Herbal Tea Remedies, Liquid Tincture

By: Darlene Norris

Two Medicinal Members of the Ginger Family: The Curative Powers of Common Ginger and Turmeric

By: Deborah Aldridge

Muscadine – The Original American Grape: From Scuppernong Wine to Antioxidant Super Food!

By: Maria Blanco

Health Benefits of Guggulu: Effects of Gum Resin of Mukul Myrrh Tree

By: Jitendra Rathod

Health Benefits of Ashwagandha: Effects of Withania Somnifera

By: Jitendra Rathod

Red Raspberry Leaf: A Versatile Herb with Importance for Women

By: Annika Lundkvist

The Benefits of Peppermint: Appreciating the therapeutic qualities of this powerful minty herb

By: Annika Lundkvist

Lemon Balm Uses: Harvesting for Tea, Oil Infusion, Cooking, and Crafts

By: Heather Schulte

Health Benefits of Basil: Ocimum - The Wonder Indian Herb

By: Jitendra Rathod

Garlic, the King of Herbs: Food with Antimicrobial Action

By: Arlene Lengyel

Free Information on the Benefits of Black Seed: Natural Remedies and Healing Properties of Nigella Sativa

By: Barbara Trejo

Resveratrol Reviews - Longevity Supplements: Anti Aging Supplements, Life Extension Resveratrol

By: Emily Rogers

Glossary of Herbal Actions, Febrifuge- Vulnerary: Categories of Medicinal Herbs and How they Heal

By: Maria Blanco

Glossary of Herbal Actions, Bitter - Expectorant: Categories of Medicinal Herbs and How they Heal

By: Maria Blanco

Medicinal Herbs and How They Heal: Glossary of Herbal Actions, Terms from Adaptogen – Aromatic

By: Maria Blanco

The Calming Herb Lemon Balm: With Antiviral and Antibacterial Properties

By: Arlene Lengyel

Oregano: Culinary Delight and Versatile Essential Oil

By: Arlene Lengyel

The Health Benefits of White Tea: Antioxidants, Flavonoids and More

By: Jennifer Allen

Brahmi – The Wonder Drug: The Beneficial Effects of Bacopa Monnieri

By: Jitendra Rathod

Basil, An Aromatic Powerhouse: This Summer Eat Delicious Pesto and Keep Away Mosquitoes

By: Arlene Lengyel

Garden Thyme: Eat, Drink and Disinfect

By: Arlene Lengyel

Herb Interactions with Drugs: Natural Doesn’t Mean Without Risks or Cautions

By: Peggy Williams

Yarrow - Natural Remedy for Almost Everything: Herbal Contraceptive, Natural Hair Loss and Hemorrhoid Treatment

By: Patrice Campbell

Boneset Herb for Muscle Pain of Influenza: Herbal Tea once Listed in US as Official Medicine

By: Patrice Campbell

Hawthorn Herbal Extract and Cardiac Health: Crataegus Species Protect and Support the Heart

By: James Pendleton

Achillea millefolium: Yarrow’s Long Medicinal History is Steeped in Legend and Practice

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Nopal Cactus Fruit Relieves Pain, Inflammation: Powerful Nopal (Prickly Pear) Betalain Antioxidants Fight Disease

By: George Daleiden

Lemon Balm: 10 Reasons to Love this Versatile Herb

By: Emma Gibson

High Cholesterol Reduced by Red Yeast Rice: Foods That Lower Cholesterol & Improve Triglyceride Levels

By: Bernard P. Nelson

The Great Garden Herb Rosemary: An Aromatic Plant with Many Benefits

By: Arlene Lengyel

Cinnamon Health Benefits: Scientific and Traditional Uses

By: Arlene Lengyel

Kava Kava is the New Alcohol Alternative: Kava Has All the Great Effects of Alcohol Without the Hangover

By: Devon Lantry

Multiple Uses of Rosemary: A Versatile Herb with Symbolic, Cosmetic and Other Functions

By: Nita Mukherjee

The Debate Over Ginkgo Biloba: What Research Says About Its Value

By: Arlene Lengyel

Huperzine A: Natural Alkaloid Enhances Memory and Cognitive Ability

By: James Pendleton

Oregon Grape as a Medicine: Berberine Alkaloids are Potent Antioxidants

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Evening Primrose Oil: Is It a Good Herbal Supplement for Health and Skin Problems?

By: Ydalia Tolentino

Health Benefits and Culinary Uses of Rosemary: A Kitchen Herb with Medicinal Properties and Functions

By: Nita Mukherjee

Cynarin: A Compound in Artichokes Reduces Cholesterol and Supports Digestion

By: James Pendleton

Dandelion: A Common Weed? Never!

By: Veronica Timpanelli

Health Benefits of the Holy Basil: A Natural Remedy Rich in Phytochemicals and Anti-oxidants

By: Nita Mukherjee

Herbs to Combat the Flu: Useful Methods to Consider When You're Ill

By: Allene Reynolds

Medicinal and Cosmetic Uses of Aloe Vera: A Natural Remedy for Health and Skin Problems

By: Nita Mukherjee

Insomnia and Melatonin: Melatonin has been Proven to Help Insomnia

By: Kristin Collins

Oregano Oil Benefits: Medicinal Properties of Oregano Essential Oil

By: Cindy Ausbrooks

How Feverfew Helps Provide Migraine Relief: A Natural Herbal Remedy for Migraine Headache

By: Feature Writer Rachel Wills

Health Aspects of Herbs: Benefits are Varied in Many of These Natural Medicines

By: Peggy Williams

Green Tea and Good Health: Camellia's Polyphenols are Potent Antioxidants

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Stinging Nettles and Women's Health: The Universal Herb for Women of Every Age

By: Feature Writer Brenna Coleman

Ginkgo Biloba Versus Aspirin: Could Ginkgo Extract Offer a Natural Alternative to Aspirin?

By: Feature Writer Rachel Wills

Glycyrrhizin: Danger and Healing from the Roots of Licorice

By: James Pendleton

Turmeric Benefits Include Cancer Prevention: Turmeric May Prevent Cancer and Improve Cell Health

By: Jeanne Grunert

Bergenin: Many Uses for an Ancient Plant Compound

By: James Pendleton

Berberine: A Common Alkaloid with Great Healing Potential

By: James Pendleton

Yerba Mate and Cancer: This Member of the Holly Family may be Carcinogenic

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

The Art of Brewing Herbal Tea: Subtle Applications can Make Your Experience More Rewarding

By: Allene Reynolds

The Benefits of Lavender: The Multiple Uses of the Lavender Plant Make it Indispensable.

By: Margret Avery

Chamomile's Safety and Potential Side Effects: Are There Dangers Associated with this Popular Herbal Tea?

By: Juniper Russo

Oxymatrine and Viral Hepatitis: A Unique Alkaloid with Healing Properties

By: James Pendleton

Black Cohosh Use in Pregnancy and Childbirth: The Safety and Efficacy of a Popular Herbal Supplement

By: Juniper Russo

Basil's Health Benefits and Medicinal Uses: The Amazing Healing Powers of a Common Culinary Herb

By: Juniper Russo

Uses of Valerian Gain Ground: New Research Promotes Valerian Herb as Sleep Aid, Relaxation

By: Tim Atkinson

Research Supports Value of Neem Herbal Extracts: Proof Mounting That Asian Evergreen Tree Provides Health Benefits

By: Feature Writer Dawn M. Smith

Prevention of Colds and the Flu with Gargling: Scientific Studies Find Water and Green Tea Gargles Effective

By: Pamela Palmer

Ursolic Acid: Excitement in Allergy, Inflammation, and Cancer Managment

By: James Pendleton

Green Tea May Help Prevent Prostate Cancer: Drink Tea for a Healthier Prostate

By: Angela Wilson

Mugwort: The Dream Herb

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Valerian: Natural Sleep Aid and Tension Headache Treatment

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

St. John's Wort: Nature's Antidepressant

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Milk Thistle: Herbal Protection for the Liver

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Let's Talk About Herbs Baby! A Guide To Essential Herbs for Medicinal Use

By: Jessica Gleason

Goldenseal: Powerful Herbal Antibiotic

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Treating Disease with Mistletoe: A Christmas Tradition May Be Toxic One Way or Another

By: Alicia Mae Prater

Cat's Claw: The Peruvian Wonder Herb

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Lobelia: A Natural Alternative for Asthma Relief and Nicotine Addiction

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Spices are Antimicrobial and Inhibit Biofilms: Phytochemicals Block Quorum Sensing and Stop Antibiotic Resistance

By: Art Ayers

Echinacea: All-American Perennial Bestows Non-Specific Immune-Boosting

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Astragalus: Super-Immune Booster for Colds to Cancer

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Feverfew: Natural Relief and Treatment for Migraine Syndrome

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

White Horehound: Nature’s Favorite Fighter for Colds, Flu, and Bronchitis

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Butcher's Broom: Natural Relief for Varicose Veins and Hemorrhoids

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Green Tea: Health Benefits of Camellia Sinensis

By: Vishwajeet Yenge

Blessed Thistle: More than Just for Breastfeeding

By: Dawn Ellis-Lopez

Not Just for Vampires: More Health Benefits of Garlic and Onions

By: Caren Young

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