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Acai: a super fruit: even if you're not sure how to pronounce it, you can be sure it is healthy.		Sep 1, 2009	321
Beating the blues: an herbal supplement may help you manage your mood.		Sep 1, 2009	444
The promise of youth: the offers claim to take 10 years off your face without plastic surgery, to make you feel and look younger overnight. The antiaging options are endless: antioxidant pills, human growth hormone, chemical peels, creams containing coenzyme Q10, and vitamin capsules. Can you trust the claims?		Jul 1, 2009	344
Slowing down the hands of time: herbal products are not the pathway to eternal youth, but the wise use of a number of important herbs can provide a healthy edge to your life, helping you feel younger and be more functional as you age.		Jul 1, 2009	423
Mushrooms: unearthing a nutritional treasure.		May 1, 2009	550
Chicory: during the summer you'll find it growing three-feet high along the highways of North America and Europe. Discover what health benefits this summer herb has to offer.		May 1, 2009	462
The raw truth: as more health enthusiasts are switching off their stoves and turning to raw foods only, nutrition expert Winston J. Craig examines whether an all-raw diet is truly the healthiest choice.		Mar 1, 2009	475
Sweet, sweet stevia: stevia is a natural sweetener with zero calories and no known risk of cancer, and is 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now that's a sweet find.		Mar 1, 2009	430
Enhanced water: is it really healthy? These waters don't always deliver the relaxation, energy, power, immunity, endurance, or balance they promise.		Jan 1, 2009	396
Spirulina: the blue-green algae spirulina is claimed to boost energy, stimulate weight loss, improve memory, and help fight everything from asthma to HIV. Can algae really deliver all that?		Jan 1, 2009	491
Melaleuca Nature's skin care from an unlikely source: you find it in your favorite health care, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products--and for good reason. It kills germs. What you may not know is that this powerful substance isn't produced in a lab. It comes from a tree.		Nov 1, 2008	736
Eucalyptus: nature's aromatic decongestant: eucalyptus trees are tall evergreens native to Australia. But, today, you'll find these majestic giants growing worldwide, including the Mediterranean regions, southern California, and South America. There are about 700 species, but only two dozen--found mostly in Australia. Spain, and Morocco--are used to produce eucalyptus oil.		Sep 1, 2008	685
Powerful heart-protecting herbs: nature provides a number of herbs and spices that can modify your risk of heart disease. Some lower blood cholesterol levels. Others reduce the risk of blood clots. Still others provide potent antioxidants to inhibit atherosclerosis by decreasing the oxidation of LDL "bad" cholesterol and by improving circulatory function.		Jul 1, 2008	862
Cumin: nature's potent cancer combatant.		May 1, 2008	748
Myrrh: nature's ancient anti-inflammatory agent: it's been used in the Middle East for thousands of years to treat infected wounds and bronchial complaints. In Mesopotamia and the Greek and Roman worlds, this powerful herb was considered a panacea for many human ailments--from lesions of the mouth to hemorrhoids. The Chinese even put it to work in treating psychiatric afflictions.		Mar 1, 2008	798
Red bush tea: indigenous people have long enjoyed it as a fruity, mild-flavored beverage. However, the, recent discovery of its high antioxidant polyphenolic content has resulted in its rapid growth in popularity in the West as consumers seek relief from intestinal spasms and stomach disorders.		Jan 1, 2008	809
Coriander: a tasty spice that helps tame indigestion.		Sep 1, 2007	768
Nature's efficient pharmacy: herbs that help maintain normal blood sugar.		Jul 1, 2007	1000
Sage advice: aroma and flavor from the garden: they're as decorative as they are useful. Some serve as colorful ornamentals as well as aromatic seasonings in the kitchen. Sweet scented sages offer many, benefits for both the gardener and the health-conscious individual.		May 1, 2007	848
Rose hips: powerful medicine for the heart and body: The rose, the national floral emblem of the United States, has always been valued for its beauty and fragrance. Cultivated for thousands of years, it became an ancient symbol of love and beauty. The Greeks and Romans identified this flower with their goddesses of love Aphrodite and Venus. Today, a gift of pink or red roses represents an expression of love and admiration.		Jan 1, 2007	888
Timeless thyme: it's been used for various purposes throughout the centuries. Medieval warriors insisted that the plant imparted courage and vigor. Ancient Romans considered it a remedy for melancholy and added it to cheese and alcoholic beverages. Along with roses, the herb was often placed in homes to provide a sweet-smelling aroma. The Greeks even burned it for incense.		Nov 1, 2006	763
Please pass the parsley: it's a cook's best friend and should be grown within easy reach of every kitchen door. With its bright green foliage and pleasant, aromatic odor, this frost-hardy biennial belongs to the carrot family that includes anise, celery, dill, and fennel.		Sep 1, 2006	731
Nature's passionate stress solution: many herbs offer proven and powerful health-building properties some may even help you relax and reduce your anxiety level. Herbal sedatives enjoy a wide appeal because of their low cost and high margin of safety compared to conventional pharmaceuticals.		Jul 1, 2006	799
Chive talkin': color your plate while battling bugs.		May 1, 2006	697
Lavender: high on the sun-drenched plateaus and hills, around Provence in southeastern France, you will find a beautiful plant growing. From early July to September the air becomes enchanted with its perfume; and the fields are blanketed with a rich, majestic purple-blue that covers the land from the Rhone River to the west, almost to the Italian border to the east.		Mar 1, 2006	773
Marshmallow: a little something for that scratchy throat.		Jan 1, 2006	769
Elderberry: nature's powerful cold-and-flu-symptom suppressor.		Nov 1, 2005	730
Dandelion: bothersome weed or useful digestive aid?		Sep 1, 2005	757
Rosemary: a mint by any other name.		Jul 1, 2005	807
Onions: a global health benefit.		May 1, 2005	867
Cactus prickly pear helps normalize blood sugar.		Jan 1, 2005	760
Nature's double-barreled assault on colds and coughs.		Nov 1, 2004	743
Pass me the licorice: an ancient remedy finds modern applications.		Sep 1, 2004	722
Peppermint's powerful potential.		Jul 1, 2004	911
Gugulipid: nature's amazing cholesterol-reducing agent.		May 1, 2004	864
Red raspberry: rich in color, flavor, and medicinal value.		Mar 1, 2004	936
Fighting mild digestive disorders with fennel.		Jan 1, 2004	688
Bilberries: for better eyesight and improved circulation.		Nov 1, 2003	687
Cayenne pepper: the herb with a bite.		Sep 1, 2003	889
Grape seeds: powerful antioxidants provide protection.		Jul 1, 2003	856
The Golden touch of Turmeric: Turmeric (Curcuma longa), a perennial shrub that belongs to the ginger family, has long been regarded as an important spice in Asian cuisine. The Chinese name that is given to turmeric is jianghuang, which means yellow ginger. It also goes by the name of Indian saffron.		May 1, 2003	851
Evening primrose oil: to help treat inflammatory disorders. (Herb Watch).		Mar 1, 2003	902
Nettles: there is more to it than the sting.		Jan 1, 2003	869
Chasteberry: can it improve the quality of life for women? Most women suffer premenstrual syndrome (PMS) to some degree during their life. At times the quality of life that they enjoy can be negatively influenced by PMS symptoms. Up to 10 percent of women may experience complaints severe enough to interfere with normal functioning and coping with life.		Nov 1, 2002	676
A closer look at cat's claw. (Herb Watch).	Brief Article	Sep 1, 2002	839
Feverfew: for the relief of migraines. (Herb Watch).		Jul 1, 2002	918
The cranberry cure. (Herb Watch).		May 1, 2002	1024
Black cohosh: herbal relief for menopause and menstrual problems. (Herb Watch).	Brief Article	Mar 1, 2002	907
Kava kava: antidote for anxiety. (Herb Watch).		Jan 1, 2002	873
Ephedra: Herbal ecstasy, or relief for respiratory problems? (Herb Watch).		Nov 1, 2001	991
Fenugreek.	Brief Article	Sep 1, 2001	873
Aloe Vera.		Jul 1, 2001	830
Ginseng PANACEA OR PROTECTOR OF HEALTH?		May 1, 2001	958
Chamomile.		Mar 1, 2001	652
Flax: Fresh Interest in a Forgotten Plant.		Jan 1, 2001	927
Psyllium.		Nov 1, 2000	883
Saw Palmetto FOR PROSTATE PROBLEMS.	Brief Article	Sep 1, 2000	924
Garlic: Stinking Rose or Magic Bullet?		Jul 1, 2000	970
Valerian.		May 1, 2000	892
Ginger: MORE THAN JUST CANDY.		Mar 1, 2000	888
Going With Ginkgo TO ENHANCE IMMUNE FUNCTION.		Jan 1, 2000	994
Saint-John's-wort: NATURE'S PROZAC.		Sep 1, 1999	948
Foods that help fight cancer.		Jul 1, 1998	1773
Herbs.		Mar 1, 1995	438
Kids: eating away good health: the eating patterns of today's youth are taking a toll on health.		Nov 1, 1993	1619
Is plant protein enough?		May 1, 1992	1214
Golden oil of the Mediterranean; it may be worth even more than gold to your body.		Jan 1, 1991	1523