Send to Kindle Schisandra chinesnsis, also called Chinese magnolia vine, magnolia vine, or five-flavor fruit, is native to northeast China, Russia and parts of Korea. It is among the 50 fundamental herbs of traditional Chinese medicine. Sometimes the herb is mixed with other herbs, such as the concoction Shen-Mai-San, which is used for energy revitalization. […]
Send to Kindle Horny goat weed is one of the most recognizable names in the wide world of herbs and supplements. It’s a name that makes one look twice. It’s a name that evokes ancient notions of strength and virility. But what potential horny goat weed benefits can the modern day individual hope for? Unfortunately, […]
Send to Kindle Sarsaparilla is a name you might have heard in old-timey cartoons or movies: cowboys are frequently heard ordering a drink called sarsaparilla, sometimes thought of as an old version of rootbeer. But there’s a lot people don’t know about sarsaparilla, starting with the fact that famous drink often didn’t even contain any […]
Send to Kindle Kagua, karela, wild cucumber, bitter gourd and bitter melon are all names for a single fruit that is primarily cultivated in southeast Asia and tropical climates. As some of its monikers signify, this fruit has a strong bitter taste in its raw form. With plenty of vitamin A, B, C vitamins and […]
There are two common types of walnuts: the Persian or English walnut, and the black walnut, which is native to North America. While the walnut you’re probably most familiar with is the English walnut, we’re here to talk about the black walnut. Compared to the English walnut, the black walnut has a thicker […]
Send to Kindle Have you ever wondered what is myrrh used for? And what made this plant-derived substance so precious that the wise men in the New Testament gifted it to the infant Jesus? After years of research, scientists may have some answers. While myrrh may be best known for its use in ancient rituals, […]
Send to Kindle What do you think of when you hear about gold, frankincense, and myrrh? The three famous elements are a common trio to hear around the Christmas holiday. Most everyone who has heard the biblical story knows these items were brought as gifts to Jesus after his birth, but aside from gold, most […]
Send to Kindle Thyme is a small-leafed, perennial evergreen herb with a storied past. While today it is used primarily as a cooking spice, thyme has historically had many cultural uses, including a symbol for courage, bravery, and strength for soldiers in the Middle Ages. The herb’s longevity is in part due to its versatility. Thyme’s […]
Send to Kindle The modern world has a curious relationship with the medicines of antiquity. Many Westerners want to learn from ancient health traditions but feel that they have no personal attachment to this exotic way of life. One might imagine an ancient bearded practitioner of Indian Ayurveda, radiating with a light of inner vitality. […]
These days, everyone is quick to take a pill for whatever ails them. Modern medicine is truly a gift, but it’s not always necessary for every little discomfort. Many times, you can find a solution to your minor health complaints simply by using what’s all around you in nature. After all, it’s worked […]
