Star Anise: Traditional Spice Getting Love as Medicinal Plant
Star anise has made significant inroads as a medicinal plant in recent years. But don't confuse the Japanese variety with the healthful Chinese one.
Dandelion: A Seedy Weed or Medicine You Need?
Disguised as lawn garbage, the dandelion is actually king of the (plant) jungle with an impressive array of health benefits backed by science.
Indian Gooseberry: Superfood With Super Results in Studies
While not a common household fruit in the West, perhaps it should be. Backed by science, the Indian gooseberry receives high marks for heart health, brain health and improved digestion.
Bacopa Monnieri: Can It Help With Alzheimer’s?
Bacopa monnieri is well known in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for improving cognitive function. Western scientists are looking at it for Alzheimer's patients.
