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Herbal Remedies for Healthy Seniors

Herbs Caroline - July 18, 2019

The increasing cost in health care and the growing difficulty in finding adequate health care coverage has attracted us to...

Spice Up Your Life With Herbs

Herbs Caroline - April 13, 2019

Herbs have been used since early times. People gathered herbs hundreds of years ago to use as natural health remedies and to...

Benefits of Organic Herbs vs. Non-Organic Herbs

Herbs Emily Murdoch - April 7, 2019

When most people think of organic products, they usually think about the food we eat. While that’s important, it’s...

Why Natural Perfumes?

Herbs Emily Murdoch - April 7, 2019

If you can no longer wear commercial fragrances due to allergies or sensitivities; or if you no longer choose to wear them...

Aromatherapy Treatment For Gastroenteritis

Herbs Emily Murdoch - April 7, 2019

What is it? Gastroenteritis is an inflammation and irritation of the digestive tract. Its frequency of...

Herbs for a Healthier Heart

Herbs Emily Murdoch - April 7, 2019

Men often are not as concerned about their everyday health, but are definitely concerned when it comes to heart. This is likely...

Ginseng: Stress Relief Benefits

Herbs Emily Murdoch - April 7, 2019

In my practice, I see so many people suffering from stress and one thing I almost always recommend is Ginseng. Ginseng is...

Healing Herbs and Spices of the World

Herbs Emily Murdoch - April 7, 2019

Welcome, armchair herb travellers. This is the fourth in a series on Herbs and Spices of the World. In this issue,...

The Herb Farm Gardens

Herbs Gloria Brown - April 7, 2019

Hazelwood Herb Farm is in Yellowpoint, just off Cedar Road. The farm is open Wednesday to Sunday and visitors are welcome to...

The Farmer and His Herb Garden (Story)

Herbs Gloria Brown - April 7, 2019

Once upon a time there was a farmer and his wife who grew a lot of herbs. They lived on an island,...

Growing Your Herb Garden

Herbs Gloria Brown - April 7, 2019

During late summer and fall last year I had numerous conversations with customers who told me that they wanted to start an...

Ultimate Herbal Medicine Herbs Guide

Herbs Wang Wei - April 6, 2019

Anemarrhena Rhizome ...

Herbal Medicine

Herbs Wang Wei - April 6, 2019

Why Herbs? Among the numerous plants, animals and minerals spread around the world, there are about three thousands of...

Integrative Medicine Clinics (USA)

Herbs Nathan - April 5, 2019

Driven by consumer demand, the integrative medicine movement is changing the health-care landscape. Since the opening of our clinic, dozens...

10 Chinese Holistic Lifestyle Tips

Herbs May Ling - April 4, 2019

Emperor Qian Long reigned from 1736 -1796. For his time, he lived a long time, dying in...

Medicinal Herbs Course

Herbs Jonathan - April 1, 2019

If you have a green thumb and a belief in natural healing, you may want to consider a medicinal herbs course. You...

Herbalist Schools and Training

Herbs Jonathan - April 1, 2019

As we seek natural health treatments and prevention, herbalists are becoming more in demand. If you have an interest in natural...

Online Medicinal Herbs Course

Herbs Jonathan - April 1, 2019

As more and more people seek natural methods of healing, becoming an herbalist, or a Master Herbalist, could prove to be quite...

Chinese Medicine Course

Herbs Jonathan - April 1, 2019

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a system of healing dating back thousands of years. Chinese medicine is...

Boron Benefits: Bones, Joints, Menopause

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

How Boron Intake Positively Affects the Bones, Joints and Menopausal Women Boron is one of the natural minerals whose...

Natural Energy Remedies: Have you Tried These?

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Herbs and Nutritional Supplements for Natural Bodybuilding; Natural Remedies for Energy, Fitness and Vitality When you think about...

Natural Arthritis Remedies

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Natural Arthritis Remedies, Herbs and Nutritional Supplements for Arthritic Pain Relief, Gout, Sciatica and Joints & Muscles Health

Boswellia Serrata: Natural Pain Relief?

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Why do I put Boswellia or Boswellic Acids among the foremost Natural Remedies for Inflammation and Natural Pain Relief?

Ayurveda Body Types (Doshas)

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Learn About Ayurveda Doshas, Body Mind Type And Other Basic ...

Ayurveda Kapha Dosha (Body Type)

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Properties of Ayurveda Kapha Dosha in Ayurvedic Medicine The Kapha dosha in Ayurveda is one of the three bodily...

Ayurveda Pitta Dosha (Body Type)

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Properties of Ayurveda Pitta Dosha in Ayurvedic Medicine The Pitta dosha in Ayurveda is one of the three body...

Ayurveda Vata Dosha (Body Type)

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ayurveda Vata Dosha - One of Triple Doshas - Its Properties In Ayurvedic Medicine Ayurveda Vata is one...

Simhanada Guggulu: Herbal Remedy from Ayurveda

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Simhanada guggulu Supporting Rheumatoid Arthritis Or Ayurveda Ama Conditions Simhanada guggulu or guggul is one of the supportive ayurvedic...

Kaishore Guggulu: Ayurveda Herbal Remedy

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

An Ayurveda Remedy With Anti-allergic And Antibacterial Properties Kaishore guggulu or Kishore guggul is a herbal remedy based on...

Ayurvedic Supplements

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ayurvedic Remedies As Ayurveda Vati or Bati Supplements and Their Benefits Hundreds of Ayurveda vati or vatakam or...

Natural Ayurveda & Naturopathy: Explained

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Comparative Study Of Principles Of Naturopathy And Natural Ayurveda

Ayurveda Balance: 4 Aims of Life

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ayurveda Way of Motivation and Integral Balance By Four Basic Pursuits Of Human Life Ayurveda four aims of...

Yoga Practice & Ayurvedic Medicine: Explained

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Basic Elements Of Ayurveda, Ayurvedic Medicine And Yoga Practice And...

Ayurveda & Yoga: Basic Principles to Understand

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Common And Basic Principles Of Ayurveda And Yoga Ayurveda and the practice of yoga both share a common foundation...

Yoga & Ayurveda Synergy

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ayurveda And Yoga As Complimentary And Synergistic Tools Of Holistic Wellness Ayurveda with Yoga therapy are two such...

Ayurveda & Homeopathy

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

The Comparative Features Of Ayurvedic Medicine And Homeopathic Medicine Ayurveda and Homeopathy are two streams of natural remedies that...

Ancient Ayurvedic Herbs List

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ancient ayurvedic herbs are described in the Vedas. Vedas are ...

Ayurvedic Pills: Bati Or Vati?

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ayurveda Bati Or Vati - Pills And Tablets Of Ayurvedic Medicine Ayurveda bati or ayurvedic vati or vatakam are...

Saxifraga Granulata: Ayurvedic Herbs For UTI & Kidney Stones

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Saxifraga granulata or Pashanbheda - Ayurvedic Herbs For UTI, Kidney Stone, Burning Sensation Of Urine Saxifraga granulata or...

How to Increase Sperm Count with Ayurveda

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Indian home remedies to increase sperm count... Ayurvedic treatments for low sperm count (Oligospermia) can help you increase your...

Ayurvedic Treatment For Hypertension

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Hypertension (high blood pressure) can be treated using Ayurveda herbal medicine. Hypertension or ...

Ayurvedic Ghee: How-To, Cooking & Uses

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ayurveda Ghee or clarified butter is a form of natural fat that is used a lot in Indian ayurvedic diet and cooking...

Ayurveda “Matter”, “Quality & “Action” Explained

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Definition Of Matter, Quality And Action In Ayurvedic Medicine Matter character along with the ...

Ayurveda “Inherent Power” Explained

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Action And Inherent Power Of Qualities And Their Relationship To ...

Ayurveda 41 “Qualities” Explained

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Forty One Qualities Of Matter In Ayurvedic Medicine Definition of quality or ...

Ayurveda Basic Principles: 9 Primary Matter

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Basic Principles Of Ayurveda - Tripod Of Life And 9 Primary ...

Ayurveda Basics Introduction for Beginners

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Basics Of Ayurveda - Samanya or Generalization And Differentiation...

Ayurveda Definition: What it Really Means

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Defining The Holistic Approach For Life And Medicine In Ayurveda's Balanced Way The true definition of Ayurveda points...

Ayurvedic Longevity: Anti-Aging & Health Secrets Explained

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

The Ancient Lineage Of The Tradition Of Ayurvedic Longevity Learning "This...

Ayurveda Doctors: How are they Educated?

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

How BAMS Ayurvedic doctors Are Educated In India An Ayurveda doctor is used for those persons who ...

Ayurvedic Medicine Guide

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Indian Ayurvedic Medicine is the part of Ayurveda that can still be the foundation for the principles of holistic medicine....

10 Ayurvedic Medicine Benefits & Advantages List

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ayurvedic Medicine is not new, it's been around for more than 3,000 years! What is new however is more and more people...

Anemia Herbal Treatment

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Ayurveda's Holistic Diet, Lifestyle, Management and Herbal Remedies For Anemia Anemia treatment ...

Herbal Remedies For Gas

Herbs Arjun - March 21, 2019

Natural Ayurvedic Herbal Remedies For Gas, Flatulence, Belching And Bloating

7 Healthy Holistic Lifestyle Steps

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

We are "holistic" beings. The nature of our body, mind and spirit is an integrated one that makes us an ...

Real Meaning of “Health” (Holistic Healing)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

The way we define or describe something tells what we are thinking about and how we are going to achieve it...

4 Holistic Lifestyles In Ayurveda

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Proper holistic health depends upon four types of lifestyle... Ayurveda or any other holistic medicine should rest...

4 Holistic Health & Wellness Pillars

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Everyone wants to live a life of good health and well being. But we have never pondered why health is so...

Holistic Health Questions, Answered! (FAQ)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Welcome to Holistic Health - OK, this may seem a lot theoretical. Further it could not be so easily ...

24 Holistic Health Principles

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

You can better understand Holistic Health by first understanding Nature and how it impacts your life... I've studied, practiced...

Holistic Healing & The Holy Trinity

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

The Holy Trinity is the most foundational concept of holistic healing and health. Explore the ECB - triune principle of Existence,...

Holistic Health: 2 Important Components

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Before attempting to understand what "holistic health" is in relation to medicine and wellbeing, it is better to think about what it...

Holistic Medicine in Ayurveda

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

The term "holistic medicine" is used daily with reference to herbs, herbal products, alternative medicine and various other...

Disease & Consciousness in Ayurveda

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

In Ayurveda every disease is related to a state ...

Social Ayurveda: What Does it Mean?

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Social Ayurveda helps to explore the natural and the scientific basis of society - based on equality of character,...

“Aggravation” in Homeopathic Treatment

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Aggravation in homeopathic treatment is the worsening of the condition of the patient. It is common occurrence in the practice...

Anti-Anxiety Herbs: List of Herbs That Work

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Natural Herbal Remedies For Anxiety Herbs can be used to reduce anxiety and live a happier, healthier, more...

Feng Sui & Pictures (Herbs?)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Feng Sui advocates the use of symbols and objects in the appropriate place and direction to elevate the energy of...

Withania Somnifera (Ashwagandha)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Withania somnifera or Indian Winter cherry or Ashwagandha is a famous herbal remedy in Ayurvedic medicine. It is used as...

Vasa Herb: Medicinal Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Vasa or Justicia gendarussa is reputed for its beneficial effects in Respiratory disorders like cough, cold, bronchitis, throat infections,...

Thorn Apple: Medicinal Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Datura metel: This acutely poisonous ayurvedic herb is equally effective as its modern counterpart Atropine. It is banned in...

Saraca Asoca: Herbal Medicine (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Saraca asoca ayurvedic herb has a prominent role as an astringent, anodyne and has beneficial effects in menstrual disorders. It...

Sage Herbal Medicine (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Sage herb is in use over the wide geographical areas. Know about this plant, the leaves, the flower, the habitat,...

Purging Cassia: Medicinal Plant (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Purging Cassia is famous for its effects on constipation, skin disorders and as a bitter herb. This is known as Aragavadha...

Pomegranate Ayurvedic Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Pomegranate ayurvedic herb 'Dadima' or Punica grnatum has a fruit with edible as well as medicinal values. The bark of...

Passionflower: Review (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Passionflower or Passiflora incarnata is a reputed botanical for anxiety, as a sedative, as nervine, for nervous heart and stomach,...

Malabar Nut: Medicinal Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Malabar nut - This ayurvedic herb is reputed for its beneficial effects in Respiratory disorders like cough, cold, bronchitis,...

Mango Tree Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Mango or Mangifera indica: This ayurvedic herb is both edible and medicinal. The Mango fruit is the king of fruits...

Kava: Uses & Benefits (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Kava has a great history of its use. This botanical is famous for its effects over the mind as well as...

Garcinia Cambogia: Review (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Garcinia cambogia is the botanical helpful for obese persons to shed their weight effectively and safely. Know about its other...

Dita Or Saptaparna Ayurvedic Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Dita. This ayurvedic herb is known by the name of Saptaparna or Saptaparni. Its latin name is Alstonia scholaris. It is...

Citron Tree / Citrus Medica (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Citron or Citrus medica is 'ayurvedic medicinal lemon' is also known as Bijora lemon or Matulunga. Lemon is called 'nimbu' in...

“Country Fig” Ayurvedic Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Ficus Glomerata Herb Pictures Country fig is an ayurvedic herb known by the name of 'Gular' or...

Borago Officinalis: Plant Of Borage Herb

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Borago officinalis is a great medicinal plant ...

Bead Tree: Ayurvedic Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Melia Azedarach Herbal Pictures The Bead tree is a ayurvedic herb reputed in Anorectal disorders like Piles...

Bakul Tree: Herbal Medication (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Mimusops Elengi Herb Pictures Bakul ayurvedic herb is a good astringent herb and is beneficial in dental...

Bacopa Medicinal Herb in Ayurveda

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Bacopa is the great 'medhya' Ayurvedic herb... It is a great immunostimulant, tranquilizing, mind pacifying, neuroleptic, psychotropic herb with...

Bael Herb Medicine (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Aegle Marmelos Herb Pictures Bael is a ayurvedic herb is superb for chronic colitis. It is one...

Terminalia Arjuna Medicinal Herb (with Pictures)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

The Terminalia Arjuna ayurvedic herb is cardio-protective, cardiac tonic and cardiac stimulant, anti-hypertensive, anti-ischemic. See the herb pictures of this medicinal...

Babul / Acacia Herb in Ayurveda Herbal Medicine

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

The Babul ayurvedic herb is great astringent and is equally useful as dentrifice, anti-hemorrhagic agent, anti-diarrheal. So its astringent property...

Agnimantha: What Does this Weight Loss Herb Look Like?

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Premna Mucronata - Pictures Of One Of Ayurvedic Herbal Remedies Of Dasamula Group Agnimantha Or Premna mucronata is...

Amalaki (Amla Herb)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Herbal Photographs Of Amla fruits, Emblic Myrobalan or Emblica officinalis - The Great Ayurvedic Rejuvenative Herbal Remedy Amalaki...

Herbal Medicine: Effectiveness (Evidence-Based Research)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

The clinical research and resources about medicinal herbs are the source to track new emerging trends regarding the use of ...

Introduction to Herbal Medicine: Dangers & Benefits

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Understand what to look for in herbal products with promising benefits... Any herb information from the manufacture and...

Herbal Medicine Side Effects

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Learn the possible side effects on your body from using herbal drugs and medicines. Adverse Effects:

Ayurvedic Herbal Remedies

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Ayurvedic Herbal Remedies From Ancient Vedic Literature Ancient remedies had been popular and was in ...

Medicinal Herbs: Uses, Benefits, Healing?

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

There is difference in how a herb is used in Western Herbal Medicine and other allied systems as Ayurveda, Chinese...

Vegetarian vs Gelatin Capsules

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Many of us knowingly or unknowingly consume non-veg shiny shells derived from cows, pigs and other animals. Enjoy this lead starting from...

St John’s Wort Benefits

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Holistic Information About Benefits Of Hypericum Extract St John's Wort (SJW) or Hypericum perforatum is popularly known as ...

St. John’s Wort / Hypericum Extract: Antidepressant

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Hyperforin, Hypericin And Kampferol In Hypericum Extract And Their Effect On Serotonin And Depression St johns wort or Hypericum extract...

Pharmacokinetic of St Johns Wort Herbal Medicine

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Clinical Studies About Pharmacokinetics Of St Johns Wort Or Hypericum...

St Johns Wort: Drug Effects?

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Clinical Studies About Pharmacodynamics Of Hypericum Extract Or St. John's Wort St johns wort or Hypericum extract related various...

St. John’s Wort & Anxiety, OCD, Phobia, Dermatitis

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Hypericum Extract In Anxiety, OCD, Phobia, Dermatitis, Menstrual Disorders And Inflammatory Disorders St johns wort or Hypericum extract beneficial...

St Johns Wort Effect On Heart, Catecholamine, HPA Axis & Anticancer Drugs

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Hypericum Extract And Its Effect On Heart, Catecholamine, HPA Axis And Anticancer Drugs St johns wort or Hypericum perforatum...

St. John’s Wort & Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

How St. John's Wort Or Hypericum Extract Affects Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) And EEG Of Old Persons? St. John's...

Antidepressant Herbs: St. John’s Wort?

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Antidepressant Herb Hypericum Perforatum Tested Against Placebo, Maprotiline And In More Than 3250 Patients In Germany St. John's Wort...

St. John’s Wort: Sleep & Stress

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Benefit Of St. John's Wort Or Hypericum Perforatum On Stress, Sleep And Depression Four clinical research studies about...

St. John’s Wort for Depression

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

St. John's Wort Or Hypericum Perforatum Supported By Clinical Research...

St. John’s Wort Folk Medicine Benefits

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

History Of Traditional Or Folk Use Of St. John's Wort And Its Oil St. John's Wort or Hypericum perforatum...

St. John’s Wort Traditional Uses

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

Traditional Uses Of St. John's Wort And Areas Of Research Besides Depression St. John's Wort or Hypericum perforatum...

St. John’s Wort Hypericum Extract Research

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

St. john's wort or hypericum extract is sold as herbal supplement ...

St. John’s Wort Dosage & Phytochemicals

Herbs Arjun - March 20, 2019

St. John's Wort or Hypericum perforatum is one of the most researched and widely used ...

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