A grandmother’s advice can be invaluable. Discover 10 essential, traditional remedies for relieving many everyday health niggles and staying on top form.

Neem, or margosa, is a renowned Indian tree, the Sanskrit name of which - ‘nimba’ - means ‘to give good health’. Does it genuinely benefit the immune system and how can you get the most out of it?

If you’re over – or fast-approaching – 70 years of age, or want some advice for loved ones in this age group, this article on ‘senior’ supplements is for you.

A key ingredient in Asian cooking, ginger has also been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. What are its benefits? How should you use it? Read on to find the answers to these and other questions.

Inspired by the diet of our Paleolithic ancestors, the paleo diet has been very much in vogue for several years now. Spotlight on this healthy diet - its principles and effects.

Are you suffering from burnout, anxiety and tension? The good news is there are ways of controlling it. Discover our 7 effective stress-busting measures and plant extracts.

Mucuna pruriens, also known as velvet bean, is a distinctive climbing plant with downy seedpods and a wealth of beneficial properties. Spotlight on this health-promoting super-plant.

Discover the top ten foods with the highest content of potassium, the mineral that supports normal nervous system and muscle function. Do you know which food takes the number 1 spot?

Garcinia cambogia is often referred to as an excellent aid to slimming. Can this Indonesian fruit genuinely help with weight control?

Modern lifestyles tend to encourage eye fatigue. Yet scant attention is paid to ways of maintaining the health of this fragile organ for as long as possible. Read on to discover natural solutions to safeguarding your sight.

Zinc is known to be excellent for the immune system. Discover the ten best dietary sources of this trace-element. Can you guess which food takes the top spot?

Beyond the classic moisturising creams, what more can I do to look after my skin effectively, without using any chemicals? Discover 7 natural compounds indispensable to your skincare routine.

An adaptogen plant used for centuries by those living in cold climates, rhodiola offers many advantages for health. Discover now the benefits of this arctic root, a plant of significant scientific interest.

A plant that’s been used for thousands of years, turmeric is popular both as a cooking ingredient and as a phytotherapeutic agent. Discover its health virtues and the right dose to take to gain maximum benefit.

This vegetable from the thistle family appeals to both young and old alike with its delicate, sweet flavour … but how can you get the most out of its properties?