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The Amazing Apple

Bite into an apple and you take part in a story that’s thousands of years old – one filled with gods, healers, poets, monks, witches, physicians, and the occasional talking serpent. But most of all, a story filled with medicine, as breakthrough research shows how this fruit is packed with compounds that support overall health – from protecting cells and blood to supporting heart and mind.

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Honey: So Much More Than Nature’s Golden Nectar

Honey is far more than amber sweetness – it’s an ancient medicine (dating back to 2000 BC) validated by modern research. Honey, a unique mix of sugars, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, proteins and plant compounds, has proven antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and immune-boosting effects. It is a nutrient, drug and an ointment.

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Elderberry – a natural remedy for colds & flu, and much more!

In England, summer is said to begin when the elderberry tree blooms and ends when its fruit ripens. Elderberry Sambucus nigra L. has been used for thousands of years and remains a popular natural remedy for coughs, colds, and flu.  However, as a general health aid, its been highly regarded by English herbalists, and in the

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Why Medicinal Plants Matter: 3 Powerful Ways They Shape Modern Health

Throughout history, plant medicine has been the foundation of healing. Both humans and animals have evolved alongside medicinal plants, harnessing their natural properties for treatment. Before the chemical revolution, 200 years ago and before, plant medicine was the only form of medication. Many people grew their own medicinal plants – understanding how to treat their common

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