Deep in the forests of Asia, North America and Europe, the lion's mane mushroom grows. Its cream-coloured tendrils cascade over fallen trees, looking from a distance like the hair of a lion's mane, or the flowing white beard of a wise old man. It is a newcomer to Western medicine, but traditional wisdom has known of the health benefits of lion's mane for years. Let’s take a look at the scientific evidence.

Have you heard of hemp? This powerful plant has made numerous headlines in the recent years, mostly due to its CBD extract. But, there are even more hemp benefits to be discovered. Find out how it can help your immune system, skin health and more.

Turn your drinks and recipes a dazzling shade of poppy red, enjoy a tangy, sharp-sweet flavour and nurture your body at the same time. Let's take a look at hibiscus health benefits.

This ruby red herbal tea is a delicious caffeine-free drink with lots of health benefits. But some experts have warned that pregnant women should not consume hibiscus. In this article, we’ll take a look at these hibiscus tea pregnancy worries and consider whether you should avoid drinking it while pregnant.

In Ayurveda, tulsi, or holy basil, is known as the Queen of Herbs. Find out more about holy basil benefits, and about the insights Western science brings.

Keen to try out aloe juice for yourself, but not sure where to start? In this article we’ll take you through some common questions about aloe vera, including how much aloe juice to drink daily.

Most of us grew up thinking that dairy is essential for strong and healthy bones. It’s true that dairy is a great source of calcium and protein, but is dairy good for you? Is it essential for a healthy adult diet?

One of our favourite ways to pamper ourselves is to give our skin some love. It deserves it, after all. It fights around the clock to protect us from external dangers. Think UV radiation, air pollution, tobacco, bacterial infections, and allergens (just to name a few). That said, you don’t need a spa treatment to nourish your skin. All you need is a balanced diet with the right nutrients, which is why olive oil is an excellent option. So is olive oil good for your skin? The short answer is, yes!