While herbs tend to be safer and more natural than prescription medications, even herbs can have side effects. Educate yourself and make the best use of your herbs. Many people use herbs because they are more natural then pharmaceutical medications, and have fewer side-effects. While this is typically true, herbs can still have side effects, ...
History and Theory of Chinese Herbal Formulas Many of the classic Chinese herbal formulas were developed thousands of years ago. One of the earliest manuscripts containing herbal formulas dates back to168 BC, during the period of the Han dynasty. The treatment strategy and medicinal herbs described in this ancient manuscript are very similar to those ...
I use fresh herbs every single day in our household. I use them to treat colds and headaches, for cooking, in homemade products, and for their beauty. While most herbs are gentle and work with the body, many can cause problems. Many people associate the word natural with the word ‘safe.’ That isn’t always the ...
An indoor potted herbal tea garden will help keep your favorite tea cup filled with the sweet and savory goodness that is herbal tea. After its planted, the potted herbal tea garden can be planted and grown indoors. The potted herbal tea garden is ideal for compact spaces, apartment living, or do adorn a kitchen. ...
There are so many types of herbs just as there are so many different types of herbal remedies. How can we go about choosing the right types of herbs? How can we determine which herbs are safe? Many plants contain poisons, some aren’t bad some will easily kill a person. There are four major types ...
Since time immemorial, herbal tea has been a staple beverage in countless homes the world over. Aside from their known medicinal benefits, herbal teas are also enjoyed as tasty, refreshing drinks. Though the herbs brewed have varied from one culture to the next based on geography and herbal knowledge, herbal tea has always been brewed ...
Sometimes when we make the attempt to live a more healthy and natural lifestyle our good intentions can get away from us. I know I personally am guilty of shying away from modern medicine in an attempt to live a more naturalistic lifestyle. Herbal supplements have been a part of my life now for the ...
If you are a natural health guru or professional, you have most likely heard of Gaia Herbs. Even if it is a new interest of yours, you may have heard the name, but were not sure what makes this company different from the dozens of other natural supplement brands out there. This article was written ...