Are lemon balm and lemon verbena the same thing?
No. Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is part of the mint family and native to southern Europe. Lemon verbena...
They have been hailed as being the most exciting gastronomic discovery in recent history. They are one of six citrus species native to Australia, yet they are t...
Do essential oils have antioxidants? What is the ORAC value of clove essential oil?
We receive questions like those all the time. Being that we have the lead...
Is holding your phone next to your head really dangerous or just a conspiracy theory?
If you think the latter, then read: Do cell phones cause cancer?
If ...
As an herbal remedy, using these and black currant oil for hair growth are not new concepts.
The story starts with a man who at one time, was #212 on the lis...
To be clear, aromatherapy is not a substitute for medical treatment by a mental health professional. Clinical depression is a serious disease and it’s important...
Joint supplements for pets such as glucosamine and chondroitin (e.g. Cosequin) have been around for over two decades. Owners have been giving their arthritic ca...
Founded some 50 years ago by Tom and Kate Chappell, today it may be the best known brand within the personal hygiene category.
That’s thanks to Colgate-Palmo...
A lot of people criticize the supplement industry as being filled with snake oil salesmen, and indeed some are, that’s true. But who’s equally guilty – yet rare...
According to their website, the word JĀSÖN - spelled that way - means "healer in Greek."
But might it be hurting you instead?
Make no mistake about it. J...
Does honey help the immune system?
Manuka honey in particular has long been touted as a so-called natural antibiotic. Although not proven, there is prelimina...
