The polyphenol curcumin, which is responsible for the bright orange-yellow color of turmeric (Curcuma longa), appears to have preventative and therapeutic effects against various types of cancers. Over 4,500 published peer-reviewed studies have shown curcumin to prevent cancer progression through a ...

When SHTF, whether due to societal collapse or a large-scale natural disaster, you will realize that going on a quick trip to the nearest store or pharmacy to stock up on supplies won’t always be an option. Visiting a doctor ...

Adaptogens are herbs or active plant compounds that bolster the body’s ability to respond to stress. They can also help restore balance after stressful situations. Stress, simply put, is your body’s normal reaction to pressure or a visible/palpable threat. According to ...

An essential component when it comes to building your preparedness arsenal is stocking up on over-the-counter (OTC) drugs that effectively address a wide range of medical issues – from alleviating allergies and pain, managing respiratory and intestinal infections and tackling various ...

The kidneys play a key role in helping the body get rid of toxic wastes. However, these organs also need to be healthy so they can function properly. Thankfully, there are herbs that can help your kidneys perform their crucial duty ...

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is often added to savory dishes for its sharp taste. It is also brewed into a tea and imbibed for its digestive benefits. However, this rhizome has been proven to help relieve the symptoms of anxiety. A ...

Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum) is a culinary herb whose sharp scent often divides people. However, this super herb has been found to remove most toxic heavy metals from the body that cause various health issues. According to chiropractor Dr. Eric Berg, ...

Headache is one of the most common complaints of patients who seek medical treatment. According to a study published in the American Journal of Medicine, headaches are often benign but could also be a symptom of an underlying condition if ...

It is one thing to enjoy a beer or a smoke every now and again for fun, with restraint, or even to use certain healing herbs regularly because of an underlying health condition. But it is an entirely different thing ...

There are thousands of medicinal plants out there, but the nine herbs listed below can provide most of what you need to create a backyard pharmacy. If you grow these herbs in your backyard, you won’t have to go out foraging for ...