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Echinacea has been a popular treatment for wounds and skin conditions for centuries. In recent times it has become popular as a cold and flu treatment and research is substantiating its healing versatility.

Many describe the ginkgo tree as a “living fossil” and with good reason; varieties of its family date back more than 270 million years. This is great symbolism for a tree that’s thought to increase longevity.

If you are looking for just one supplement that addresses a myriad of health concerns, grapeseed extract might just be what you need.

One of the most widely used herbal medicines, milk thistle has a long history of use in the treatment of digestive and liver problems. In the past few decades, the plant has been the focus of extensive research and clinical trials examining the effects it has on the liver.

Quercetin — a powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-histamine — may well be responsible for an apple a day keeping the doctor away.

Super-hungry, genetically modified salmon may soon be allowed on your plate.

Who knew that one little flower could reduce inflammation, fight bacteria, support immune function and promote healing all at the same time? Read why Calendula, or marigold, is gaining so much praise in the world of herbal medicine!

Packed with nutrients, delicious, low in calories and currently under investigation for their medicinal properties — there are countless reasons to include mushrooms as one of your daily vegetable serves.

As a healthfood, seaweed is hard to beat. It’s high in protein, minerals and antioxidants, has a low GI, is environmentally sustainable and is grown without the use of pesticides and fertilisers.

Agave is a Mexican family of plants that has given rise to tequila and now a sweetener that is both sweeter and healthier than sugar.

Despite belonging to a distinctly shady family and not being popular to begin with, new research is showing that tomatoes are a powerful healing tool as well as being tasty on bruschetta.

This super seed offers abundant health benefits, making it a rewarding addition to your diet.