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Herb Health: Milk Thistle

Milk thistle has a protective action on the liver and may be hugely beneficial in counteracting the effects of toxins. Find out everything you need to know about this herb.

Herb Health: Devil’s Claw

Devil’s claw is native to South Africa where the root has long been used to treat pain, fever and digestive complaints. Find out all you need to know about this herb.

Coconut oil has been used for centuries as a cooking ingredient, but it’s only recently that its health benefits have been recognised. Clinical nutritionist Suzie Sawyer explains why it should be in everyone's store...

Holiday Health: Beauty and the Beach

As the weather hots up, we all want to look as good as possible in our shorts and swimwear. Medical herbalist Gabriella Clarke shares some great tips of how to get beach-prepped and ready to holiday!

Biotin

Biotin is a member of the B family of vitamins, all of which are water soluble.

Folic Acid

Folic acid, or Vitamin B9, is a member of the water-soluble family of B vitamins and was apparently so-called because of the Latin word ‘folium’, meaning foliage.

Iodine

Iodine is an essential trace mineral of which two thirds of the body’s stores are found in the thyroid gland.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

The omega-3s are also known as essential fats. This is because the body cannot make them and they have to be eaten very regularly in the diet. The chemical structure of these polyunsaturated fats also means they’re very...