Category Herbs

Aromatherapy for Children

Indian summer is back again, and the school year is about to start. And so I wonder how to make the start of school more enjoyable for our school and pre-school kids? The youngest ones especially tend not to be…

Herbs (not only) in the soup

Autumn is the time of the year when we preserve herbs for winter. They will come in handy not only healthwise but also as tasty ingredients. And soup is an essential part of your winter diet, since it perfectly warms…

Healing Without Antibiotics

Antibiotics are certainly one of the most significant discoveries of the modern age. The conventional ones tend to be used a bit too often, though, so doctors usually raise a warning finger before prescribing them. Fortunately, nature offers a plethora…

Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula)

This species of plant has been used for about three centuries, but in that relatively short period of time it has become a valuable tonic. It is used as a ginseng substitute and is often called the poor man’s ginseng.

The Scents of Summer

Summer is in full swing. We’re making the most of the sun, going on vacation, taking a rest, going to the woods, and spending more and more of our free time outdoors. Let’s make this time even more pleasant with aromatherapy.…

The Globe Artychoke (Cynara scolymus)

This bittersweet-tasting plant from the Asteraceae family has a multitude of healing abilities. It regenerates the liver, acts against flatulence and has strong detoxifying effects. It also has its unmistakeable place in the culinary domain – on the most opulent…

Thyroid in Danger

The thyroid is one of the most important organ regulators; it is responsible for the running of many bodily functions and overall metabolism. Problems with the thyroid gland should be treated without delay.