Tag: folk medicine

White Peony Root: Lowers Anxiety & Reduces Inflammation

White Peony Root: Lowers Anxiety & Reduces Inflammation

The white peony is a flowering plant that originates from eastern Asia. However, it’s cultivated elsewhere too, including in Siberia, Mongolia, and China.  White peony is a popular plant in gardens in the north of the US. You can find it under other common names such as bai shao, garden […]

The 5 Most Potent Natural Antibiotics

The 5 Most Potent Natural Antibiotics

Some natural substances possess antibacterial characteristics, but we’re not always certain which ones are safe to use and when.  Over-the-counter antibiotics have helped people heal from otherwise fatal illnesses and other health issues since the 40s. However, a lot of people still turn to nature for treatment, especially to natural […]

How to Grow St John’s Wort at Home

How to Grow St John’s Wort at Home

In its native Europe, St John’s wort was highly appreciated for its healing properties that the settlers actually took it with them in the New World. The name comes from the fact that the flowers were traditionally harvested on the Catholic Saint’s Day in honor of the nativity of St […]