In the Middle East, aromatic traditional foods are regarded as medicine. Soup made with basil and thyme warms the body. Traditional Moroccan mint tea, or tea with a sprig of wormwood in it, aid digestion after a rich meal. Arab grandmothers well know the value of za’atar as a cough remedy. Food well-seasoned with spices […]

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In the study, the scientists didn’t just test one plant compound at a time. They tested two traditional Chinese medicine compounds together — luteolin (from flowers like honeysuckle and chrysanthemum) and astragaloside IV (from astragalus root, Huang Qi). These plants have been combined in Chinese herbal formulas for centuries to help the body recover from injury and inflammation.

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Al-Rumaydh describes the Sidr less as a single organism and more as a working ecological unit. Its deep roots reach down toward groundwater, while lateral roots spread wide to catch surface moisture. Its dense canopy slows wind instead of blocking it abruptly, reducing erosion.

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Air Tea is a new technology. Instead of drinking tea, you inhale herbal vapor through warm air extraction. There is no water and no combustion. The warm air releases essential oils that are often lost in hot water and digestion.

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The FDA is recalling certain acne medications for cancer link. Our herbalist Miriam Kresh takes her decades of experience and creates a guide to natural acne care.

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But with popularity comes complexity. Indigenous leaders and activists have raised concerns about cultural appropriation, overharvesting of ayahuasca vines, and the commercialization of sacred traditions. Some Amazonian communities are pushing back, creating frameworks for reciprocity and ethical sourcing. 

Organizations like The Indigenous Medicine Conservation Fund are advocating for fair compensation, intellectual property protection, and cultural sovereignty for the original stewards of the medicine.

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Turmeric isn't just a spice. It's a natural medicine.

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Shilajit honey is a powerful natural health product that combines the benefits of raw honey with shilajit, a mineral-rich resin that has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. This unique blend offers a range of health advantages, making it a popular choice among those seeking natural ways to boost energy, stamina, and overall vitality. […]

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Bug bites from ants, mosquitoes, deer flies and the dreaded Canadian black fly can keep you up at night with the itch. Green Prophet's herbalist author Miriam Kresh explains in detail how she makes this effective green balm using foraged herbs such as plantain and marigold.

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Is watermelon rind a natural Viagra? Research suggests it's a great natural food for male sexual health. Start making watermelon foods and deserts for your loved one.

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Laser therapy is a significant improvement in pain management, providing a non-invasive, drug-free option for chronic pain patients.

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Hydroquinine, an organic compound found in the bark of some trees, and a drug used to treat malaria, is known to have bacterial killing activity which may help contact lens wearers.

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From the leaves of the jujube (sidr) to its fruits, roots, and bark, the sidr tree is a treasure trove of medicinal wonders:

The leaves, rich in calcium, iron, and magnesium, hold therapeutic prowess, serving as components in natural wound disinfectants and herbal shampoos.

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The pharmaceutical sector seeks transformative strategies to stay ahead in an era marked by rapid technological growth and an increasing emphasis on environmental consciousness.

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This story is about my experience at Project Wadi Attir and background on what the project does.

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It's Middle Eastern spicy sorcery. Plus it's rare for a Middle East spice market to be women-owned and run. But this Persian-Israeli woman Iris Tevlinksy defies market logic in Tel Aviv's famous Levinsky Market. 

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There are few professions as under-appreciated as that of nursing. Nurses work long hours in sometimes chaotic environments, and yet they have to ensure that each patient gets the best care possible.

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Ground chaga for tea is believed to be a natural protection against cancer. But what do you do when the C word happens to you? There are some natural and non-medical ways for treating your health and peace of mind.

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Plants from the past and used in the Bible may help us against modern ailments. Research studies to produce medicines capable of fighting COVID-19 from frankincense trees in Oman are being jointly undertaken by the University of Nizwa in Oman and the University of Oxford in England

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Has your little one felt sniffly lately? If so, he or she may have caught a cold. While you may not be able to prevent your child from getting sick, there are some natural strategies you can implement that could potentially help your child get over the cold faster while preventing the spread of his or her germs.

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Physicians like Dr. Alan Shackelford have seen how CBD can treat seizures in children. A wide range of evidence is out suggesting that CBD but be the new goji berry or super-vitamin. 

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It has been revealed that the leading CBD brand, Medterra, has promoted its international MD to CEO. The company recently announced that Gregory Reeder, who was the Managing Direction for International Operations, will take over as Chief Executive Officer, taking over from Jay Hartenbach.

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A natural food supplement found in avocados, pistachios, walnuts and canola oil can reduce anxiety, finds a new study.

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Given our current pandemic and overflow of information, it’s understandable for a person to feel some level of anxiety. Sometimes, a little anxiety can be beneficial. However, some people live with greater levels of stress than others. It gets to a point where anxiety sucks the joy out of life.

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All industries usually go through the same cycles, and it shall be true of cannabis, in due time. However, it is still in its first phase of development, although it would seem it is rapidly reaching the second one, which is consolidation.

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Barefoot shoes can help relieve pressure on toes squeezed into conventional shoes. They've helped me when I run. Like these ones from Vibram. Newer models look better.

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This article will review the best CBD oil for pain and inflammation by bioMDplus if you've been looking for a natural treatment with no negative consequences.

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Avoid chemical mosquito repellents and make your own effective anti-mosquito remedies from flowers and essential oils.

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If one industry is going to thrive through all this corona business it is likely to be the cannabis industry.

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Sensible precautions and natural treatment can help you stave off flu.

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There is tea and then there is tea. According to your friends you can pretty much make a tea from anything these days, from chaga mushrooms to Russian brick tea (made from actual bricks) to panda dung tea. But here we are only going to talk about true tea. The kind the Queen of England […]

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Considered an invasive weed in some parts, mallows are yet a valuable edible and medicinal herb. And bees love mallows flowers; that’s crucial in a world that becomes less friendly to those important pollinators by the day.

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Thirty-five years ago an Israeli researcher documented the case for medicinal cannabis to treat epilepsy. It was one of these studies by a Prof. Raphael Mechoulam that Denver-based physician Dr. Alan Shackelford read when he was debating one of the hardest questions of his career:

Should he, could he? give a 5-year-old pot?

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Dragon trees in the background, Yemen

The Latin name of the endangered Socotra dragon tree or dragon blood tree is Dracaena cinnabari and it is native to the Socotra archipelago of islands in Yemen in the Indian Ocean. It is called a dragon tree due to the red sap that the trees produce.

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A condition of child blindness called retinitis pigmentosis afflicts about one in every 3000 births. A new treatment pulled out of a Sinai lake is now an orange algae powder pill: it can quadruple the vision improvement in some people, finds new research from Israel. Algae in its various forms and colors is not only […]

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Seaweed is prolific in Israel’s Mediterranean Sea. It makes sense, then, that Middle Eastern ancients used it to help alleviate a host of ailments from peptic ulcers to fungal infections and wounds. Based on past and present literature, archeology, history, biology, linguistics and botany, the Natural Medicine Research Unit for the Study of Complementary, Alternative […]

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The most advanced country in the world for "legalizing it" for medical reasons, the main reason Israelis can smoke cannabis to feel better is this man Rafael Mechoulam.

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Within Islam there are many herbs, plants and fruits that are believed to have medicinal and healing properties. Olive, pomegranate, dates and figs are amongst those that are directly mentioned in the Quran as blessed foods. However, there is only one that can stake a claim as a super food and that is black cumin, fennel flower, or 'Habbat ul Sawda' as it is known in Arabic.

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