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Research Seeds

Here we summarise the research behind natural medicines, so we can make herbal science accessible for all. 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 of the mushroom Yamabushitake (Hericium...

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research seeds cocoa

Research seeds: Cocoa

We discuss a study that investigates the cocoa polyphenols and gut microbiota interplay: bioavailability,...

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research seeds chilli

Research seeds: Chilli

We discuss a study that investigates how healthy subjects differentially respond to dietary capsaicin...

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meadowsweet

Research seeds: Meadowsweet

We discuss a study that investigates the in vitro and in vivo assessment of...

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garlic plant and bulbs

Research seeds: Garlic

We discuss a study that investigates the effects of time-released garlic powder tablets on...

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Research seeds Lemon balm

Research seeds: Lemon balm

We discuss a study that investigates the effect of lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) in...

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Research seeds Echinacea

Research seeds: Echinacea

We discuss a study that looks at echinacea-induced cytokine production by human macrophages.

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Research seeds Chamomile

Research seeds: Chamomile

We discuss a study that explores the putative antidepressant effect of chamomile in people...

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Research seeds Calendula

Research seeds: Calendula

We discuss a study that explores the effect of Calendula officinalis versus metronidazole on...

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Research seeds: Memory research

We discuss a study that investigates the enhancement of memory with a combined extract...

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Research seeds: Gotu kola

We discuss a study that investigates the effectiveness of Gotu Kola extract in improving...

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Research seeds: Rosehips

We discuss a study that investigates the standardised powder made from rosehips to see...

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Research seeds: Turmeric

We discuss a study that collates clinical trial research on turmeric and one of...

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Research seeds: Fenugreek

We discuss a study that investigates the effect of fenugreek on the lipid profile...

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Research seeds Psyllium husk

Research seeds: Psyllium husk

We discuss a study that investigates the effects of psyllium seeds on patients with...

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