Herbal History

In the early 20th century, British herbalist Maud Grieves provided a comprehensive review of the historical uses of black elder as a traditional medicine

This ancient spice turmeric, the golden colored strongly flavored spice, celebrated for centuries as both food and medicine, has resurfaced within the health and nutrition communities thanks to curcumin, the healing substance which supplies its vibrant color. Curcumin has significant anti-inflammatory properties that are said to rival those found in ibuprofen. 

For over 4,000 years of man's history, the ancient herb Oregano has been used by healers world wide to treat a wide variety of ailments, and to strengthen man's ability to fight off illness.

Garlic (allium sativum) is a member of the onion genus. Garlic has been utilized as a remedy during the various epidemics such as typhus, dysentery, cholera, influenza, and whenever an epidemic has emerged, garlic has been the first preventive and curative remedy.

In North America, Native Americans were the first to use cranberries as food.  It’s believed that cranberries were commonly eaten for their digestive support and ability to keep people from developing infections and becoming sick.

Ayurveda is the traditional system of medicine practiced in India. It can be traced back to 6000 BC. In this healing tradition, ashwagandha is recognized as one of the most powerful herbs. It has been used since ancient times for a wide variety of conditions – most well-known for its restorative benefits.