Modern scientists are more and more challenged by looking for effective natural solutions and herbal remedies to fight against the escalating number of  bacteria and viruses. A great number of bacteria fighting herbs and medicinal plants are know, and recently, it was reported that such natural remedy as coriander (known also as Chinese parsley), especially coriander oil produced from its seeds, can be very effective solution for a great deal of bacteria strains. These are the results of a series of lab researches, reported in one of the latest issues of the Journal of Medical Microbiology. Read the rest of this entry »

Mullein is one of the most known medicinal herbs which is sometimes called flannel plant or velvet plant as it has soft and velvety texture. It has about 200 species and grows throughout Europe, the Middle East and the United States, especially the Western mountain areas. The main season to harvest this bi-annual plant is from June to September. For thousands of years this plant and various herbal remedies with this natural ingredient have been used to treat respiratory problems and to enjoy other health benefits of mullein. It is usually consumed in the form of herbal tea, and other herbal preparations involving mullein are decocts, tinctures, syrups and so on. Read the rest of this entry »

Fenugreek is a known spice and herbal remedy. This bean-like plant grows throughout southern regions of the planet and plays a role in many Asian cuisines as a great spice for various meals. Since the times of ancient civilizations, seeds and leaves of this medicinal plant have been used for cholesterol lowering, relieving constipation and skin inflammations, combating the symptoms of colds and the flu, controlling diabetes and for menopausal symptoms relief. Apart of that, it is considered one of the best herbal appetite stimulants, and fenugreek seed infusion is recommended as one of the most effective home remedies for insomnia. Read the rest of this entry »

Tomatoes are among the most commonly used and the most liked fruits which play a significant role in the cuisines of probably all nations on the planet. A lot is known about health benefits of tomato juice and consuming fresh tomatoes on an everyday basis. A new study conducted by an international team of scientists led by the experts from University of Adelaide has shown that consuming fresh tomatoes every day is linked to lower LDL cholesterol and lower blood pressure, as well as improved heart health and lower risks of many common serious heart diseases. Read the rest of this entry »

Parsley is available in our markets and grocery stores year round, but spring is the best time to eat fresh parsley. This herb has a vibrant taste and a range of very valuable health benefits. Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is a biannual plant considered among the healthiest and the most common culinary spices. Rich in folate, microelements (calcium, iron, and others), volatile oils, vitamin C, A and K, this herb is very easy to cultivate, and it will not take much of efforts to grow this magic plant in your garden or on your window sill. Read the rest of this entry »

Those who are working out regularly and dreaming about having large muscles should actually try using a trick of Popeye. That’s right – eating spinach! Specialists of well-known Mayo Clinic in Rochester published their new findings about miraculous properties of spinach and other leafy vegetables to boost muscles by reducing the amount of oxygen needed for building muscle tissues during workouts. The report about the research was published in the last issue of Cell Metabolism journal. Read the rest of this entry »

Winter is a cold and flu season, and very few of us manage to live it through without having at least some slight symptoms of cold for a certain period of time. It is actually very hard to prevent a cold, and only those who have a strong immune system can be more or less successful in warding off colds in winter. Naturopaths and herbalists offer a variety of natural solutions to boost the immune system in winter, and this way prevent and possibly combat such diseases as influenza, cold, bronchitis and so on. Read the rest of this entry »