Herbal Health News

Articles on the latest news and topical information on botanical medicine and general health.

people lying in natural meadow reading newspapers Regular updates on topical information, news, research and interesting facts about herbal medicine and health issues in general.

Nature's role in preventing allergies

New evidence shows the natural world may prevent allergies such as asthma and hayfever.

Recent research shows exposure to natural microbes found in the countryside may actually prevent respiratory allergies from developing in children

An important change in the law!

Herbalists are to become a regulated medical profession - only qualified professionals can practice.

Great news for users of alternative and complementary medicine - the law is changing. Only fully trained and qualified herbalists can legally practice. This is fantastic news for consumers who put their health in the hands of professional herbalists.

My love is like a red, red rose

Roses are more than a Valentine's Day gift, they really do improve your health.

Research shows that roses used medicinally are anti-inflammatory and reduce stress.

It's true, chocolate really is good for you!

Chocolate was considered divine for good reason.

Research shows it has many medicinal benefits. Whether you are eating it or drinking it, chocolate is just about the most popular herb in the world.

Why Sweet Annie could help Cheryl Cole!

The herb Sweet Annie ( Artemisia annua) is used to treat malaria, recently contracted by the X-factor star.

Malaria is still the biggest killer in the world. It is caused by a protozoan parasitic infection, carried by mosquitoes and the popstar Cheryl Cole has brought it to Britain's attention by contracting it while on holiday in Tanzania.

St John's Wort - miracle herb?

St John's Wort ( Hypericum perforatum) and its use for depression.

If you have suffered from any form of depression or anxiety, no matter how fleeting, the chances are you will have heard of St John's Wort or Hypericum perforatum.

Coughs, colds and flu

All sorts of problems, ranging from simple stress to more serious underlying illness, can be the cause.

Do you have an annoying cough or constantly stuffed up nose? Have you been feeling under-the-weather for weeks? Are you going down with yet another cold?