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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Digestive issues like bloating and cramping are common, but if you have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), your symptoms are more severe. IBD symptoms can even be life-threatening. There is no mainstream cure for IBD, and treatment options range from pharmaceuticals like ...

Cold and the flu are common during winter. You may need a home remedy to improve your symptoms so you can get some work done. If you’re looking for natural remedies for colds and the flu, try growing medicinal herbs ...

Having good lifestyle habits like exercising regularly and eating a balanced diet are key to improving your well-being and boosting longevity. But can ancient remedies help people live longer? According to a study, one herb often used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) ...

Numerous studies, including one published in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, have found black cumin seed and its main active component, thymoquinone, to be medicinally effective against various human and animal ailments. These include chronic illnesses and infectious ...

Knowing how to use herbal remedies is an important prepping skill, but you also need to learn about an herb’s pros and cons so you can use it safely and properly. (h/t to PrepSchoolDaily.Blogspot.com) Jimsonweed (Datura stramonium) is a plant ...