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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 seed: Saffron for postmenopausal women

In this article, we discuss “The effect of Crocus sativus L....

Research seed: Herbs and spices for blood pressure

In this article, we discuss “Herbs and spices at...

Interview with clinical researcher and Ayurvedic practitioner Kritika Pandey

Kritika Pandey tells us of her experience as a...

Research seed: Ginger and aloe vera

In this article, we discuss the comparison of the...

Research seeds: Ginger

In this article, we discuss the “Effects of Ginger...

Supporting doctors: How herbs can help reduce antibiotic overprescribing

The overuse of antibiotics leads to antibiotic resistance and...

Research seeds: Sage, rosemary and lemon balm

We discuss a randomised double-blind placebo-controlled pilot trial of...

An interview with medicinal plant scientist Dr Howes on plants for neurodegeneration

Dr Howes from Kew Gardens shares insights on her...

Research seeds: Plantain

In this article, we discuss the paper “Clinical and...

Research seeds: Saffron

In this article, we discuss the effects of saffron...

How can we reap the health benefits of herbs? Let’s talk about research

This is Viv Rolfe's critical analysis of research techniques...

Phytochemical research: An interview with Gabrielle Bangay

The attitudes and challenges that herbal medicine faces in...

Research seed: Cat’s claw

In this article, we discuss the treatment of breast...

Research seed: Passionflower

In this article, we discuss “Passionflower in the treatment...

Research seed: Mistletoe

In this article, we discuss the “Impact of complementary...

Turmeric vs omeprazole for stomach acid relief

Pharmaceutical side effects can be avoided by using effective...

Research seeds: Turmeric and dyspepsia

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

Research seeds: Cinnamon

We discuss a study that investigates the blood glucose...

Research seeds: Lion’s mane

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

Mushrooms for cancer care

There has been much scientific interest in fungi for...

Research seeds: Cocoa

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

Research seeds: Chilli

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