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Sleep: How it works and herbs to support it

Healthy sleep is essential for all bodily systems, and crucial for mental and emotional wellbeing.

Ayurvedic herbal classifications glossary

We put together a list of the most important terms in an Ayurvedic herbal classifications glossary.

Essential oils for restful sleep

Aromatherapist Ellen Rowland shares how essential oils can improve your sleep, including some recipes to try yourself.

Relaxation: Herbs that help you relax

Relaxation is essential for our wellbeing. Here we discuss how you can 'take a chill pill' naturally.

Valerian and hops study: Improved sleep duration

Sleep medication can impair attention and memory. This clinical study explores whether two sedative herbs, valerian and hops, improve sleep...

A history of Ayurveda and the growth of the Materia Medica

Herbalist Sebastian Pole gives a broad overview of ancient Indian culture and Ayurvedic history.

Fermented cordyceps: Improved sleep quality

Clinical trial data demonstrates that nightly consumption of fermented cordyceps improves sleep quality and reduces insomnia symptoms.

Ayurvedic lifestyle tips based on circadian rhythms

John Douillard explains how to incorporate ancient Ayurvedic rejuvenation techniques into our daily life.

5 herbs to enhance your mood in winter

These five herbs bring the comforting qualities of nature inside us helping lift our spirits in the dark winter months.

Cleansing from the Ayurvedic perspective: Which cleanse is suitable?

Jo Webber explores why short periods of regular cleansing are an important part of an Ayurvedic lifestyle, and which cleanse...

Traditional eye care techniques in Ayurvedic medicine

Ayurveda is rich in techniques and practises to cleanse and rebalance the body. We share some fascinating and ancient techniques...

Your Ayurvedic menstrual cycle

In Ayurveda, the menstrual cycle has its very own Vata, Kapha and Pitta stage. There are differing strategies in terms...

Understanding Ayurveda: A guide to the doshas

Jo Webber introduces Ayurvedic philosophy, sharing how the elements relate to the doshas and how doshas relate to physical and...

Does intuition play a role in modern herbal practice?

We discuss the value of intuition and how it relates to modern herbal practice.

Passionflower study: Anxiety relief

In this article, we discuss “Passionflower in the treatment of generalized anxiety: A pilot double‐blind randomized controlled trial with oxazepam“.

Healthy weight: Herbs to support weight loss

We discuss how you can achieve this and what the real causes of weight gain are.

Adaptogenic bliss balls

This is a quick and creative recipe to create healthy and delicious bliss balls.

Ashwagandha safety literature: A 2026 update

Whilst regulatory scrutiny persists, clinical trials, toxicity reviews and AI modelling studies strengthen ashwagandha’s safety profile.

The six tastes in Ayurveda

Tastes impact what we eat, when we eat and how much we eat. Each plant has a unique taste profile...

Immunity as vitality: The Ayurvedic approach to cultivating resilience

Building strength and vitality are integral to the Ayurvedic approach to immunity.

Chamomile study: Antidepressant in anxiety with comorbid depression

We discuss a study that explores the putative antidepressant effect of chamomile in people with anxiety and depression.

The birth of nutraceuticals

Find out how nutraceuticals first evolved and are now a booming industry bringing the power of plants to a shelf...

Cleansing from the Ayurvedic perspective: Why do we need ‘to cleanse’?

Jo Webber explores why not feeling our best offers an invitation from our bodies to cleanse and restore imbalance through...

Burnout: An interview with nutritionist and burnout expert Charlotte Faure Green

Nutritionist and stress expert Charlotte Faure Green shares her knowledge and wisdom on burnout.

Green gold: The incredible benefits of matcha

Matcha is a unique form of bright emerald green tea. Here we discuss its amazing health benefits and tradition of...

Excerpt from <i>The Healing Power of Scent</i> by Ellen Rowland

Aromatherapist Ellen Rowland shares a section from her book on what smell is and how it can affect our wellbeing.

The history of adaptogens

Jason Irving explores adaptogens which have been hailed as a panacea for many of our modern struggles.

How to become a Herbalist

There are many things to think about when training in herbalism.

Herbal quality and safety: What to know before you buy

We explore what to look out for when buying good and safe herbal products.

Our caffeine and sugar culture: How to combat cravings naturally

We discuss some home truths about sugar, coffee and caffeine including its origins, evolution of use, herbal solutions for battling...

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