Gen Z is beginning to doubt whether the West really is the best, and I might be among them — at least, when it comes to ...

Herbal medicines or supplements are natural compounds from plants’ leaves, bark, roots, seeds, or flowers that people can use for medicinal purposes. They may offer therapeutic benefits when people ...

Many patients assume herbal and traditional remedies are harmless because they are natural. But combining them with ...

If you’ve ever walked into an apothecary for traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), it’s hard to ignore the tang of dried herbs that are arrayed on the floor, lining the counter, and stacked on ...

Master Gardener columnist Laura Simpson advises caution when using herbal remedies. Never take a sketchy herbal medicine, legal or not, she urges.

Herbal, or natural, remedies are derived from plants and usually can be put together simply at home. That tends to make them cost-effective and convenient, and many people find them a welcome ...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that causes gas, bloating, abdominal pain and cramping, and changes in bowel movement frequency. Since IBS is a chronic condition, ...

In every culture, people have found that certain foods, herbs and treatments improve their health overall or reduce specific unwanted symptoms. Every culture brings as much knowledge as possible to ...

The scent of fragrant lemongrass mingles with earthy ginger and tangy tamarind, punctuated by the sharp, menthol-like aroma of camphor. It’s a familiar smell for spa-goers: a traditional Thai herbal ...

Life throws many curveballs, and the best coping strategies can go a long way toward getting through tough times. Some turn to herbs for stress and anxiety, looking to tap into a natural remedy.