As the days shorten and autumn gives way to winter, many people notice changes in their mood, energy, sleep and motivation. For some, these changes can become significant, developing into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a recurring pattern of depression that often begins in autumn or winter and subsides in spring. […]
Hair loss can happen for a variety of reasons, as herbalist Rosarie Kingston explains, looking at the different types of hair loss and approaches to preventing or treating this condition Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss, and it can occur due to family history, autoimmune conditions, hormonal changes, […]
Globe artichoke, ‘Cynara scolymus’, is a classic bitter herb, as well as a delicious food. The leaves are the part most frequently used medicinally for lipid control, of which the key types are triglycerides (fats/oils), phospholipids, and sterols (cholesterol). It is also used for liver-bile support and digestion. The immature […]
One in every ten people suffers from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which causes pain, bloating, and unpredictable bowel movements that can be loose or firm. Stress, inconsistent eating, and a lack of sleep all contribute to the problem, but home remedies can often help. IBS can resemble serious conditions, but […]