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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: Lemon balm

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

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Research seeds: Echinacea

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

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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...

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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...

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Neuroinflammation: An emerging role for herbs and spices?

Inflammation in the nervous system can lead to a...

MAO inhibitors: Plant enzymes for mood, libido and psychedelic experiences

MAOI inhibitor enzymes are found in over 70 plants...

The evidence house of Herbal Medicine: A holistic approach to contemporary research

Herbalist Danny O'Rawe discusses a holistic approach to contemporary...

A brief history of herbal quality assessment: From Ancient Rome to 21st century mitochondria

Quality control has been an issue for as long...

Botanical Drugs and Supplements that May Be Safe and Useful in COVID-19

Mark Blumenthal explores the misapprehensions surrounding the safety and...

How to search for herbal science research: Top tips and techniques

Viv Rolfe explains where to look for good quality...

Too many pills, Not enough roots

Herbalist Edward Thompson discusses the role of herbal medicine...