Herbal medicines or supplements are natural compounds from plants’ leaves, bark, roots, seeds, or flowers that people can use for medicinal purposes. They may offer therapeutic benefits when people ...

Psychology says trusting plant medicine isn't anti-science. A Turkish professor just found a 2,000-year-old "miracle plant" ...

If you’ve ever walked into an apothecary for traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), it’s hard to ignore the tang of dried herbs that are arrayed on the floor, lining the counter, and stacked on ...

The scent of fragrant lemongrass mingles with earthy ginger and tangy tamarind, punctuated by the sharp, menthol-like aroma of camphor. It’s a familiar smell for spa-goers: a traditional Thai herbal ...

Herbal teas can offer a calming experience. Even better if the herbs come from your own backyard garden.

Herbal medicine has been with us since the dawn of human civilization and yet we know far less about its effects than we do about conventional synthetic medicines. In the Western world particularly, ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that causes gas, bloating, abdominal pain and cramping, and changes in bowel movement frequency. Since IBS is a chronic condition, ...

Herbal, or natural, remedies are derived from plants and usually can be put together simply at home. That tends to make them cost-effective and convenient, and many people find them a welcome ...

Life throws many curveballs, and the best coping strategies can go a long way toward getting through tough times. Some turn to herbs for stress and anxiety, looking to tap into a natural remedy.

Herbal medicines have long been used in disease treatment, often through formulas that combine multiple herbs to enhance ...

Long before hospitals had X-ray machines or lab coats, healers in ancient China were already asking a very different kind of ...