Ease those winter ills

Echinacea, courtesy of A. Vogel (Bioforce)

There is no substitute for medical advice when someone is really unwell but for more minor ailments there are plenty of alternatives. COLDS Serious illnesses are not cured with complementary medicine, but symptoms can sometimes be managed with a healthy eating regime and use of therapies. We’re more likely to get colds when we’re run [...]

Top ten herbs

Arnica, courtesy of A. Vogel (Bioforce)

Arnica:  the Arnica flower is native to the Alps but its qualities for healing bruises have been recognised for many years. It cannot be taken as a herb internally but is available as a homeopathic tablet. Arnica Gel or cream is excellent for healing bruises and also for soothing stiff joints, aching muscles and osteoarthritis. Devil’s [...]

Where have all the flowers gone?

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It was one of those days we’ve had a lot of this summer – bursts of sunshine punctuated by downpours. When the sun came out the colours of the herbs came into their own – the brilliant orange of marigolds, bright red poppies, and beautiful lavender flowers laced with the aromatic scents of sage, rosemary, [...]

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