Learning how to make herb-infused oils is just one of the first things beginners learn in herbalism. An infused oil is extracting the medicinal chemical compounds out of dry plant material by soaking it in oil. Put simply, some of…
Coughing is a perfectly normal reaction. It can help with keeping your throat clear from phlegm and other irritants as well. However, sustained coughing can also represent a symptom of a few conditions, such as allergies, viral infections, or bacterial infections. A modern…
Chlorophyll was first isolated in 1817 by two French chemists: Joseph Bienaimé Caventou and Pierre-Joseph Pelletier. Together, they isolated other important compounds too, such as caffeine and quinine. Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in plants that is essential to…
Quinine is found in the Cinchona tree which is native to Peru. Even before Quinine was isolated as a compound in 1820 it was used to treat malaria nearly 200 years prior using the bark from the Cinchona tree. It’s…
Pine is a traditional natural remedy for relieving coughs and irritated throats. It’s so effective that these days you can buy pine cough syrups or pine cough drops from pharmacies or online. There’s also a cheaper, more satisfying way to…
Warming spices have been used throughout history as pain relievers and even modern medicine utilizes the natural compounds found in these spices as more and more people are looking for alternative, natural treatments to manage their pain. This is especially…
Anxiety can leave us feeling exhausted and agitated. It can cause difficulties at work and other important parts of life. Furthermore, it may create unneeded tension in our relationships. Finding natural ways to recognize and reduce anxiety can improve the…
Burdock (Arctium) is a very useful herb that has helped mankind for centuries. This plant goes with other names such as bardana, great bur, lappa, and great burdocks, among others. With its amazing ability to support different body processes such…
Water remedies have been used since ancient times. They are so simple to make but the effects can be very powerful. Of course, water is essential to life so adding any of these remedies to your routine will be beneficial…
