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Sleep: How it works and herbs to support it

Healthy sleep is essential for all bodily systems, and crucial for mental and emotional wellbeing.

Essential oils for restful sleep

Aromatherapist Ellen Rowland shares how essential oils can improve your sleep, including some recipes to try yourself.

Relaxation: Herbs that help you relax

Relaxation is essential for our wellbeing. Here we discuss how you can 'take a chill pill' naturally.

The art and science of herbal formulation: Ayurvedic formulation

Herbalist Sebastian Pole explores the creation of Ayurvedic formulas which is based on some fundamental herbal pharmacological principles.

A history of Ayurveda and the growth of the Materia Medica

Herbalist Sebastian Pole gives a broad overview of ancient Indian culture and Ayurvedic history.

Cleansing from the Ayurvedic perspective: Which cleanse is suitable?

Jo Webber explores why short periods of regular cleansing are an important part of an Ayurvedic lifestyle, and which cleanse...

The joys of being a vegetarian

The vegetarian world is a colourful, nutritious and exciting place; perhaps more than you might think. Read on to discover...

5 herbs instead of anti-anxiety medications

Anxiety is prevalent amongst many people, especially after the rise of chronic stress. We share 5 herbs that can support...

Your Ayurvedic menstrual cycle

In Ayurveda, the menstrual cycle has its very own Vata, Kapha and Pitta stage. There are differing strategies in terms...

Fermented cordyceps: Improved sleep quality

Clinical trial data demonstrates that nightly consumption of fermented cordyceps improves sleep quality and reduces insomnia symptoms.

Ayurveda and immunity: Thriving the Ayurvedic way

Ayurveda presents some excellent philosophy and guidance on how we can maintain a healthy immune system.

Valerian and hops study: Improved sleep duration

Sleep medication can impair attention and memory. This clinical study explores whether two sedative herbs, valerian and hops, improve sleep...

Traditional eye care techniques in Ayurvedic medicine

Ayurveda is rich in techniques and practises to cleanse and rebalance the body. We share some fascinating and ancient techniques...

Skullcap study: Insomnia treatment

We summarise a skullcap study that demonstrates the efficacy of 400mg daily skullcap supplementation in the treatment of primary insomnia.

Healthy weight: Herbs to support weight loss

We discuss how you can achieve this and what the real causes of weight gain are.

Passionflower study: Anxiety relief

In this article, we discuss “Passionflower in the treatment of generalized anxiety: A pilot double‐blind randomized controlled trial with oxazepam“.

Immunity as vitality: The Ayurvedic approach to cultivating resilience

Building strength and vitality are integral to the Ayurvedic approach to immunity.

What is herbal medicine?

Herbs are very well suited to expert personalised health care, and were the basis of all systems of medicine until...

Cleansing from the Ayurvedic perspective: Why do we need ‘to cleanse’?

Jo Webber explores why not feeling our best offers an invitation from our bodies to cleanse and restore imbalance through...

Keeping your lungs healthy

Shaylee Grant explores what we need to keep our lungs healthy.

An Ayurvedic perspective on arthritis

The seasonal change that takes place moving from the heat of summer to the coolness of Autumn can aggravate chronic...

The birth of nutraceuticals

Find out how nutraceuticals first evolved and are now a booming industry bringing the power of plants to a shelf...

Psilocybin and depression: Where are we currently at with the psilocybin revolution?

Efforts by scientists bring in major changes with the decriminalisation of the therapeutic use of psychoactive plants, such as psilocybin,...

The six tastes in Ayurveda

Tastes impact what we eat, when we eat and how much we eat. Each plant has a unique taste profile...

Chamomile study: Antidepressant in anxiety with comorbid depression

We discuss a study that explores the putative antidepressant effect of chamomile in people with anxiety and depression.

Herbs for postpartum care

Postpartum care is integral to the health of mother and baby, and herbal treatment can offer great support for both...

Seasonal eating and fasting with Ayurveda

Our digestive system adapts to the seasons throughout the year. Herbalist Sebastian Pole explores seasonal eating and fasting with Ayurveda.

Home herbalism and when to see a herbalist

We share the potential of home herbalism to support health, as well as its limitations.

Should I self treat at home or consult a herbalist?

Herbal self-care is an essential life skill. However sometimes seeing a medically trained herbalist is the best healthcare option.

Our caffeine and sugar culture: How to combat cravings naturally

We discuss some home truths about sugar, coffee and caffeine including its origins, evolution of use, herbal solutions for battling...

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