Herbal History

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An Interesting History of Turmeric

Discover the fascinating journey of the word "Turmeric" and uncover its true origins along ancient trade routes. A culinary, taxonomic, and healing chaos!

An Interesting History of Turmeric

Discover the fascinating journey of the word "Turmeric" and uncover its true origins along ancient trade routes. A culinary, taxonomic, and healing chaos!

Learn the History of Beets

Beetroot, also known as Beta vulgaris, has been used for centuries. The root of the beet plant has a rich history of being a staple food in many cultures. The ancient...

Learn the History of Beets

Beetroot, also known as Beta vulgaris, has been used for centuries. The root of the beet plant has a rich history of being a staple food in many cultures. The ancient...

Oregano Oil: History and Benefits

Oregano Oil: History and Benefits

Oregano is loaded with antioxidants. The most common compounds are carvacrol, thymol, limonene, pinene, ocimene and caryophyllene and rosamarinic acid.

Oregano Oil: History and Benefits

Oregano is loaded with antioxidants. The most common compounds are carvacrol, thymol, limonene, pinene, ocimene and caryophyllene and rosamarinic acid.

The History of Valerian Root

The History of Valerian Root

Valerian root seems to have a multi-faceted approach to relaxation and sleep.  It is also good for the heart, kidneys, bones and central nervous system.

The History of Valerian Root

Valerian root seems to have a multi-faceted approach to relaxation and sleep.  It is also good for the heart, kidneys, bones and central nervous system.

The History of Black Cohosh

The History of Black Cohosh

Black cohosh has two latin names: The original one was Cimicifuga racemosa. It was classed with about 17 plants whose smell was thought to repel bugs, mostly bed bugs. 

The History of Black Cohosh

Black cohosh has two latin names: The original one was Cimicifuga racemosa. It was classed with about 17 plants whose smell was thought to repel bugs, mostly bed bugs. 

History and Benefits of St. John's Wort

History and Benefits of St. John's Wort

What is St. John's Wort? If you ask a florist what St. John’s wort is they will tell you that it is a genus of over 400 plants that have...

History and Benefits of St. John's Wort

What is St. John's Wort? If you ask a florist what St. John’s wort is they will tell you that it is a genus of over 400 plants that have...