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Herbal Research

“The art of healing comes from nature, not from the physician. Therefore the physician must start from nature, with an open mind.” – Paracelsus

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

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Research Seeds

We break down and explain how herbs work through a scientific lens.

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Research seeds: Lion’s Mane

We discuss a study that investigates the improving effects...

Research seeds: Cocoa

We discuss a study that investigates the cocoa polyphenols...

Research seeds: Cocoa

We discuss a study that investigates the cocoa polyphenols...

Research seeds: Chilli

We discuss a study that investigates how healthy subjects...

Research seeds: Meadowsweet

We discuss a study that investigates the in vitro...

Research seeds: Garlic

We discuss a study that investigates the effects of...

The impact of pesticides on the gut microbiome: A closer look at health risks

Pesticides are heavily used in modern life, but what...

The Register of Chinese herbal medicine’s response to media backlash against herbs

Herbal medicine often faces negative press, from ill-informed sources....

Research seeds: Lemon balm

We discuss a study that investigates the effect of...

Research seeds: Echinacea

We discuss a study that looks at echinacea-induced cytokine...

Research seeds: Chamomile

We discuss a study that explores the putative antidepressant...

Research seeds: Calendula

We discuss a study that explores the effect of...

Research seeds: Memory research

We discuss a study that investigates the enhancement of...

Research seeds: Gotu kola

We discuss a study that investigates the effectiveness of...

Give herbs a chance

There is a rise in complex chronic conditions. We...

Research seeds: Rosehips

We discuss a study that investigates the standardised powder...

Research seeds: Turmeric

We discuss a study that collates clinical trial research...

Research seeds: Fenugreek

We discuss a study that investigates the effect of...

Research seeds: Psyllium husk

We discuss a study that investigates the effects of...

Ethnopharmacology: Where science and traditional wisdom meet

We share how ethnopharmacology has been used to give...

Herbal medicine research: What role does a herbalist play?

Herbal research has risen exponentially over the years and...

How climate change is affecting medicinal plants: A phenological, physiological and phytochemical analysis

Climate change is having a dramatic effect not only...