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Why Echinacea Remains a Go-to Remedy for Colds

Why Echinacea Remains a Go-to Remedy for Colds

Echinacea has a long history of use and is one of the most popular herbal remedies in the world.

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Horseradish: An Ancient Remedy With Modern Antibacterial Potential

Horseradish: An Ancient Remedy With Modern Antibacterial Potential

Long used in herbal traditions, horseradish is drawing attention for urinary tract support—and can be prepared as a simple homemade tincture.

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Passionflower: A Nerve-Calming Herb for Sleep, Anxiety, and Pain

Passionflower: A Nerve-Calming Herb for Sleep, Anxiety, and Pain

An herbalist explains how passionflower may ease racing thoughts and support rest.

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10 Herbs You Need If You Want to Grow Your Own Home Pharmacy

10 Herbs You Need If You Want to Grow Your Own Home Pharmacy

Common garden herbs can soothe skin, support digestion, calm the nerves, and bring beauty to your home apothecary.

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The Benefits of Eating Spicy Foods

The Benefits of Eating Spicy Foods

Spicy foods are often described as “hot,” and that may have to do with how they affect your body.

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Licorice: An Ancient Root That Supports Liver and Digestive Health–and More

Licorice: An Ancient Root That Supports Liver and Digestive Health–and More

Found in significant amounts in the tomb of Egyptian King Tutankhamun–today, licorice treats peptic ulcers and reduces inflammation in liver disease.

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Homemade Calendula Tea–a Natural Way to Protect Your Gut

Homemade Calendula Tea–a Natural Way to Protect Your Gut

From seed to flower to tea, calendula offers a simple way to turn a colorful garden bloom into a soothing herbal infusion.

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The 2 Natural Hair Cleansers Hiding in Your Pantry

The 2 Natural Hair Cleansers Hiding in Your Pantry

This two-step routine uses rye flour and diluted apple cider vinegar for a simpler way to cleanse, soften, and add shine to your hair.

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What Your Face May Reveal About Kidney Health

What Your Face May Reveal About Kidney Health

Experts explain what facial changes can signal and how to support kidney health.

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How to Make a Soothing Eye Mask to Help You Sleep

How to Make a Soothing Eye Mask to Help You Sleep

Dried herbs and rock salt come together in an easy, fragrant DIY eye pillow for moments when your senses need a reset.

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Dandelion Shows Promise Against Cancer. Human Trials Are Needed

Dandelion Shows Promise Against Cancer. Human Trials Are Needed

Lab studies over the past two decades show dandelion extract triggered death in a variety of cancer cells, while leaving healthy cells unharmed.

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How to Make Your Own Plantain Cough Syrup

How to Make Your Own Plantain Cough Syrup

Often overlooked as a common weed, plantain leaves help soothe respiratory infections and coughs–and for homemade syrup, now is the time to prepare.

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The Healing Power of Sound and Music

The Healing Power of Sound and Music

An idea once dismissed as new age relaxation is now being used to treat a variety of conditions—from anxiety to chronic pain.

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How to Make Tomato Soup to Get More Cancer-Fighting Compounds

How to Make Tomato Soup to Get More Cancer-Fighting Compounds

Gazpacho turns peak-season tomatoes and extra-virgin olive oil into a hydrating, no-cook dish that helps the body absorb antioxidant-rich lycopene.

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80-Year-Old TCM Practitioner Shares Daily Routine for Healthy Eyes

80-Year-Old TCM Practitioner Shares Daily Routine for Healthy Eyes

TCM expert Hu Naiwen can still read small print without reading glasses by adhering to a unique set of eye-care practices.

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From Dry Eyes to Bleeding Gums: Manuka Honey’s Potential Health Benefits

From Dry Eyes to Bleeding Gums: Manuka Honey’s Potential Health Benefits

New research suggests manuka honey may have benefits beyond its well-known wound-healing reputation.

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How to Turn Elderflower Blossoms Into Pancakes and Syrup

How to Turn Elderflower Blossoms Into Pancakes and Syrup

Elderflower's fragrant early-summer blossoms can be foraged, preserved, and transformed into traditional dishes enjoyed for generations.

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Moringa: An Ancient Superfood for Brain and Immune Health

Moringa: An Ancient Superfood for Brain and Immune Health

Moringa is one of the world's most nutrient-dense plants, with potential anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties.

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How Bentonite Clay May Help Restore Gut Health After Antibiotics

How Bentonite Clay May Help Restore Gut Health After Antibiotics

Bentonite clay can help support gut recovery after antibiotic use, but proper timing and safe use are essential.

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Peppermint—the Garden Herb for Mental Clarity

Peppermint—the Garden Herb for Mental Clarity

Cooling, invigorating, and easy to grow, peppermint has been used for centuries to refresh both mind and spirit.

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The Hidden Damage to Your Eyes—and 4 Simple Ways to Protect Your Vision

The Hidden Damage to Your Eyes—and 4 Simple Ways to Protect Your Vision

Proper diet, nutritional supplementation, and specific exercises can help keep the eyes healthy.

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Most Skin Aging Can Be Significantly Delayed

Most Skin Aging Can Be Significantly Delayed

Moisturizers do little to help the skin, however, most skin aging can be significantly delayed.

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Vitamin D Levels May Shape Your Brain Decades Later

Vitamin D Levels May Shape Your Brain Decades Later

A study found that lower vitamin D levels at age 39 were linked to Alzheimer's-related brain changes 16 years later.

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The Hidden Power of Spring: How Simple Daily Habits Can Rebuild Your Energy and Immunity

The Hidden Power of Spring: How Simple Daily Habits Can Rebuild Your Energy and Immunity

TCM's core spring dietary practices include three key principles: warming, circulating, and clearing.

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Weeds for Wellness–Dandelion Greens Support Liver and Gut Health

Weeds for Wellness–Dandelion Greens Support Liver and Gut Health

A dandelion smoothie is a simple way to support digestion and liver health while enjoying its earthy, slightly bitter flavor.

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How to Make Reusable Wet Wipes for Gentle Skin Care and Home Cleaning

How to Make Reusable Wet Wipes for Gentle Skin Care and Home Cleaning

DIY reusable wipes are made with simple ingredients and can be adapted for both personal care and household cleaning.

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How Phlegm May Reflect Underlying Imbalance in the Body

How Phlegm May Reflect Underlying Imbalance in the Body

Different types of phlegm indicate different illnesses. Identifying the type allows practitioners to diagnose and treat specifically.

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