The longest continually practiced health system in the world, Ayurveda, is full of insights for a long and healthy life.

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has evolved over thousands of years. It encompasses a person-specific approach coupled with mastery of magisterial prescriptions. Find out more in our Insights articles about Chinese Herbal Medicines.

Discover our articles about the latest herbal medicine research, science and herbal projects.

Discover our articles about the latest herbal medicine research, science and herbal projects.

The use of medicinal plants dates back to approximately 60,000 years ago, with written evidence of herbal remedies going as far back as 5,000 years, when ancient peoples compiled lists of plants together with their uses. We explore the history of herbal medicine, individual plants and their traditional uses.

Plants and fungi serve much more than just medicinal effect - they connect us with nature and bring us healing mentally, physically and emotionally.

Do you know your herbs, their traditional actions and benefits? Do you know how safe they are and how to use them? Our expert insights articles take a look at safety issues facing herbalism.

The herbs we buy, eat, drink or take as medication are all intrinsically connected to the processes that produce them. This applies to all herbs in different degrees, particularly those herbs we use to support our mental and physical wellbeing.

Discover a range of articles on plants, herbs and medical herbalism, including herbal medicine projects, controversial topics, like herbal sustainability, and informative pieces