Milk, dark, white, fruity or spiced chocolate … What are the pros and cons of chocolate in terms of our health? Which type should you choose and which should you avoid?
Many researchers believe that reactivation of infectious mononucleosis by the SARS-CoV-2 virus may be responsible for long Covid. How can this viral disease – which is spread by saliva and causes fatigue, sore throat and fever – be treated naturally?
Cranberries have found a place in the world of dietary supplements. Discover the benefits of these tart red berries, much-prized by Native Americans.
Though somewhat overshadowed by Chinese medicine, traditional Japanese or Kampo medicine has much to teach us. Here we explore its key principles and the plants that make up its pharmacopeia.
Male fertility across the world is in increasingly rapid decline. Why is this? What can we do to stop it?
This winter, we’re facing a particularly virulent triple epidemic of respiratory viruses. How can you tell these various illnesses apart, and how can you prevent and treat them?
In a recent study, researchers transferred the microbiota of non-autistic children to 18 autistic children. What were the results? What do they tell us about the gut-brain axis?
We’re often told to expose our skin to the sun for 20-30 minutes a day to ensure we get enough vitamin D, but can this be done from behind a window?
One of the most stigmatising of diseases, psoriasis has a profound physical and psychological impact on anyone who suffers from it. Discover our 10 practical tips to help you cope better with your condition day-to-day.
According to scientists, 40% of Alzheimer’s cases could be avoided by taking appropriate preventive action and paying attention to risk factors. Here are our 3 top tips for avoiding this disease.
The roots of modern medicine can be traced back to the pioneering practices of our classical forebears. Let’s take a step back in time and explore the remedies and procedures used at that time.
The body has 5 emunctory organs which carry out a number of metabolic functions including the elimination of toxins. Read on to find out how to drain them effectively and thus help them ‘do their job’.
Characterised by chronic hyperglycemia, most cases of diabetes in the West are linked to lifestyle choices. The good news is that certain dietary supplements can help regulate blood glucose levels.
Numbering eight in total, the B group vitamins play an essential role in maintaining our vital functions. Get up to speed with their benefits with this comprehensive guide.
What should you eat to meet the criteria of a holistic diet? Discover the key principles and benefits of this trend … one that’s made to last.