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Adaptogenic Herbs: What Are They & How Do They Work?

Daniel — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 19:50:25 +0000

Adaptogenic Herbs are a new trend in the herbal world, but does it live up to the hype? The world of herbology is an endlessly exciting and diverse place. Whether you’re using Licorice and Marshmallow Root to help with a sore throat, or you’re taking some Kava and Lemon Balm to soothe your nerves, ...

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Sceletium Tortuosum (“Kanna”): Wonder Stress Herb or Hyped Up?

Daniel — Mon, 21 May 2018 17:55:04 +0000

Sceletium Tortuosum is one of many herbs available nowadays to help treat anxiety, insomnia, stress, and depression. A growing number of consumers prefer natural alternatives instead of chemical drugs with side-effects. Similar herbs include St John’s Wort, Passionflower, Valerian Root, and Adaptogens like Ginseng or Rhodiola Rosea. These herbs have been around for centuries in ...

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What is Herbalism?

Daniel — Sun, 04 Feb 2018 21:22:54 +0000

What is herbalism therapy? What is herbalism used for? What is a herbalist? These questions are becoming more and more prevalent in modern society as patients seek holistic alternatives to medical drugs. In its simplest form, the answer to “What is herbalism?” is that herbalism is a branch of botanical study dedicated to understanding and ...

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Biotin Health Benefits: Useless Supplement for Hair & Nails or Much Needed?

Daniel — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 18:18:25 +0000

Biotin is available in two forms. The first is as Vitamin B7, naturally occurring in foods. The second is a processed herbal supplement available in most health shops. On the packaging, Biotin claims to help with improving the health of your nails, skin and hair. However, according to WebMD.com most people do not require Biotin ...

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