Imagine standing in a dense forest, surrounded by the scent of earth, greenery, and life. To one person, it’s a scene of natural beauty. To another, it’s a living pharmacy — a place where ancient ...

Pergamon’s setting strengthens the interpretation. The city was closely tied to the sanctuary of Asclepius and long had a reputation for healing. The Asklepion at Pergamon became one of antiquity’s ...

Herbalism is known as one of the oldest forms of medicine in the world, with deep ties to the African diaspora. A number of plant-based healing traditions have been passed down from one generation to ...

Botanical spirits and liqueurs from around the globe have an ancient history and were once used for various medicinal purposes, but have since evolved into a niche category of their own. As consumer ...

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Many herbs contain compounds that can help treat diseases or help to ease symptoms. In fact, some modern medicines have their origins in herbal remedies. A common example of this is aspirin, which is ...

A woman prepares aromatherapy session at the table with essential oil diffuser and herbs, with different types of oils and essences. As patients we can seek conventional “modern” medicine or opt for ...