Tag: herbs

You probably think about the foods and beverages you consume and the positive or negative impact they might have on your health, but do...

A member of the mint family, lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is most noted for its sweet, soothing lemony scent. This herb’s medicinal properties date...

Many people enjoy the pleasant fragrance of lavender in soaps, shampoos and bath oils. Not only is it a beautiful herb, but it has...

Dandelions have a lot more to offer other than just being an annoyance to those who strive to have a perfect lawn. Most yards...

While many are drawn to the vibrant flowers of the calendula or pot marigold (though not to be confused with the annual marigold plant...

With an ever increasing interest in homeopathic remedies, more people are looking into making their own healing balms for common conditions. This drive is...

Sage, an aromatic herb native to the Mediterranean regions of Europe and Asia Minor, has been used for thousands of years medicinally. Egyptian women...

This member of the mint family has been cultivated for centuries and its merits have been written about by the likes of Pliny, Dioscorides...

Cooking with fennel is a great way to add flavor and nutrition to many dishes. The bulb looks a bit like a cross between...

You’ve probably heard that excess abdominal fat increases your risk of a number of diseases including cancer, hypertension, and heart disease. However, a recent...