Hemp, the gracious and tall annual plant can reach up to twelve feet. Even though hemp (cannabis sativa) and marijuana (cannabis sativa or indica) come from similar plants, they are distinct. Hemp remains controversial despite being eco-friendly, nutritious, and healing and being very resourceful. Some experts believe that it would […]
Celiac disease and gluten intolerance have become more and more common worldwide, but particularly in Europe and North America where around 5 percent of the population has this health problem, according to a meta-analysis of approximately 300 studies. In this analysis, the researchers propose that glyphosate, a chemical and active […]
Have you heard of this healthy green? Orach or mountain spinach is a distant relative of spinach and it is often used as its alternative. Thanks to its rising popularity, many people put in the same list as potent superfoods like kale. Native to the Mediterranean and Western Asia, orach […]
Definitely more than a weed, dandelion is an excellent food and natural remedy. This nutritious plant has long been used in cooking, but in folk medicine too. It is believed to be of great aid for health issues like psoriasis, eczema, blood disorders, depression, and anemia. Rich in some pretty […]
One thing is for sure- here at Best Folk Medicine, we enjoy eating and trying out international foods. And, meals from the whole world can be found in a lot of Americanized restaurants while a lot of foods have been co-opted by supermarket brands of processed food to the extent […]
Without doubt, aloe vera is one of the plants with the most amazing healing characteristics. Used for thousands of years through different continents, this plant does not stop surprising us. The translucent gel in it which is slightly bitter is 96 percent water, has 18 amino acids, and vitamins A, […]
A study done by New Frontier Data in 2017 on medical cannabis researched the economic influence on the pharmaceutical industries if cannabis were to become legal on a national level. The data shows that big pharma could fall an estimated $18.5 billion between 2016 and 2019. So, many think that […]
Did you know that exposure to heavy metals is a contributing factor to low energy, cognitive problems, and changes in mood? Heavy metals like mercury, arsenic, and lead enter the blood from exposure to contaminated water, farmed fish, dental fillings, and household products. They penetrate our cells and they can […]
Did you know that saffron is the most expensive spice in the world with one pound costing between 500 and 5000 US dollars? This spice is very expensive because of its labor-intensive harvest method which further makes the production rather costly. The spice is hand-harvested from the saffron crocus flower […]
The purple flowering and prickly herb you often notice on highways, open pastures, and crop fields known as milk thistle is a powerful ancient remedy with a history older than 2000 years. Native to the Mediterranean, but now growing worldwide, this plant is one of the most researched herbal remedies […]