Rhodiola rosea has been used in traditional medicine for many years, particularly in Russia, Scandinavia, and other cold, mountainous areas. Some people believe the herb can treat anxiety, depression, fatigue, anemia, and headaches. Numerous studies have been conducted on the plant. While some results appear promising, many of the studies have been small, biased, or…

Plant Parts Used: In herbal medicine, it is the roots of the plant that are used and not the stems or leaves. The leaves are poisonous and should never be eaten or fed to animals. The dried root is ground into a yellowish-orange powder. Chinese Rhubarb as Herbal Medicine Chinese Rhubarb as Herbal Medicine Therapeutic…

Medicinal use of Rooibos: Rooibos was traditionally used by the Bushmen and Hottentots of South Africa and is becoming increasingly popular in the West as a pleasant tasting tea that also has health benefits. A tea made from the leaves and stems of rooibos is generally beneficial to the digestive system and relaxes spasms, it…

Health benefits of dog rose, how to use it Dog rose is a thorny rose tree that can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall. Whether it’s called wild rose, hedge rose, dogberry or witch’s briar, this plant bear edible fruits called rose hips. These are used in cooking, in the medical field and…

As a medicinal preparation, it is reconstituted in water and taken internally for colds, as an emmenagogue (to bring on menstruation), for epilepsy, uterine hemorrhage, and to bring pain relief and support for childbirth. In some places, it is burned as an incense during labor, made into a powder mixed with olive oil and honey,…

Used as a culinary herb in French and Italian dishes, rosemary offers many health benefits. Rosemary quenches inflammation, helps to subdue allergies and improves certain aspects of type 2 diabetes and hypertension. Discover how! Fragrant rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) belongs to the mint family. Because of its antioxidant properties, rosemary is a good preservative. It…

A Brief History Rue was well-respected by Hippocrates for its medicinal qualities. Aristotle touted it as essential for calming nervousness. Pliny recorded that it was used by artists to encourage eye health. When tied in bunches, this plant, also known as “herb of grace,” was used in churches and cathedrals to sprinkle holy water. Rue…

Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world — with 1 pound (450 grams) costing between 500 and 5,000 U.S. dollars. The reason for its hefty price is its labor-intensive harvesting method, making the production costly. Saffron is harvested by hand from the Crocus sativus flower, commonly known as the “saffron crocus.” The term…

Sage is a staple herb in various cuisines around the world. Its other names include common sage, garden sage and Salvia officinalis. It belongs to the mint family, alongside other herbs like oregano, rosemary, basil and thyme (1Trusted Source). Sage has a strong aroma and earthy flavor, which is why it’s typically used in small…

What is Salvia miltiorrhiza? Salvia miltiorrhiza, also known as red sage, is a flowering plant native to China and Japan. It is part of the mint family. The plant’s roots are called Danshen and have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 2000 years [1, 2]. Traditionally, Danshen is given to people with problems…

Sarsaparilla is the common name for Smilax ornata (formally smilax regelii), which has been used medicinally to treat everything from chronic pain to toe fungus. Other common names include sarsaparilla, Honduran sarsaparilla, and Jamaican sarsaparilla. It has likely been used for thousands of years by indigenous tribes of South America but was first introduced to…

Saw palmetto, which belongs to the Aracaceae family, is known under the scientific name “Serenoa repens”. Previously, American Indians who lived in South-East America used the fruits harvested from sabal for food and to treat certain ailments: – disorders of the urinary tract in men, – breast disorders in women, – digestive disorders, – and…