by Sally Wells | Herbs & Plants, Natural Medicine
Viruses are crucial to many of the ecosystems on the planet and key to maintaining its wonderful biodiversity. Of course, the microscopic particles have also historically caused health challenges for humanity. A large collection of herbs and plants are shown to have... 
by Sherra Vorley | DIY, Herbs & Plants, Natural Medicine
People have used plants for healing and medicine for millennia. There is a large amount of knowledge and information that has been lost over the last several decades with the rise of a more commercial pharmaceutical industry. There are safe and practical ways we can... 
by TrueRelaxations | Herbs & Plants, Natural Medicine
Rosemary is the jewel of the herb garden. Versatile and aromatic, it’s a favourite ingredient for jazzing up dishes like lamb, chicken and roasted potatoes. It’s native to the Mediterranean and belongs to the mint (Lamiacea) family alongside other culinary herbs such... 
by Sherra Vorley | DIY, Herbs & Plants, Natural Medicine
Plants have been used for centuries as natural medicine and much of the medicine we are familiar with from the pharmacy have their roots in trying to simulate traditional elements from the plant world. Often the active ingredients in medications are synthetic versions... 
by Sherra Vorley | Herbs & Plants, Natural Medicine
There are few more inspiring herbs than basil and I cannot think of any dish that is not improved by using it. A favorite with tomato and Italian dishes, it actually originated in India and is widely used around the world for its wonderful culinary uses. It has many... 
by Sally Wells | Herbs & Plants, Natural Medicine
Turmeric spice is easily identified by its golden yellow colour and warm, earthy flavour that often brighten and base South Asian and Middle Eastern curries. Aside from culinary use, the plant is well noted for its anti-inflammatory properties and has been a staple of...