Herbal teas like chamomile, lavender, and valerian can promote relaxation and improve sleep quality by reducing stress and anxiety. These teas contain compounds that induce mild sedation and calm ...

Turmeric, celebrated for its health benefits, faces scrutiny due to reports of liver damage linked to supplements, as highlighted by the Daily Mail. Robert Grafton experienced severe liver issues ...

The Director-General of the Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency, Prof Martins Emeje, says the agency has developed 23 new natural medicines, including remedies for diarrhoea, peptic ulcers ...

From green tea to trendy herbal blends, tea is widely celebrated for its potential health benefits. But not all teas are created equal, especially when it comes to liver health. Discover which ...

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This is, in part, what makes herbal medicine so popular. But does natural always mean safe? Herbal medicine is the use of plants as medicine. Typically taken by mouth or applied to the skin ...

That pile of fresh herbs sitting in your garden or kitchen might look potent, but they’re actually keeping most of their therapeutic compounds locked away in cellular structures that your body ...

Now, on International Tea Day 2025, let's explore some herbal teas which help to lose weight naturally. The coolness of mint is not only good for taste but is also a boon for stomach health.

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Drawing on centuries-old practices from Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, this herbal compress night patch provides a soothing alternative to stimulants, diet pills, and invasive procedures.

Herbal teas may provide more than just a morning boost. Recent research suggests several of these beverages might also have various anti-inflammatory benefits. A 2024 study by Japan's Hokkaido ...