Pharmaceutical grade herbs Introduction For centuries, herbs have been an important aspect of life in different communities. There is a great connection of herbs with human health and traditionally, they were used to treat ailments even before conventional medicine. Today, there is an increasing demand and use of herbs because of their efficiency. However, there […]
The Plecttanthus amboinicus is a semi succulent perennial plant with a pungent oregano like flavor and odor. It is native to southern and eastern Africa but due to it importance on health and culinary arts, it cultivated in different parts of the globe. It belongs to the family Lamiaceae and it grows to a height […]
Lantana camara is a perennial flowering plant native to the tropical regions of Africa and America. When bruised the lantana camara gives a spicy pungent smell and its leaves and stems are covered in rough hair. This plant grows to a height of between 1t 3 metres and it can spread to about 2.5 meters […]
Herbs and roots used in making the Jamaican Roots Tonic Jamaican root tonics are an important aspect of the country’s ethno-medical heritage and a lot of people across the entire globe depend on them for a variety of health benefits. These tonics have been in existence for several years due to their numerous health benefits. […]
Why More People Are Turning Back to Jamaican Medicinal Herbs for Natural Wellness Growing up in the Jamaican countryside, medicinal herbs were a normal part of everyday life. If someone had a cold, belly pain, stress, or trouble sleeping, there was always a bush tea boiling on the stove. Long before modern pharmacies became popular, […]
Chanca Piedra for Kidney Stones Also known as Phyllanthus niruri, Chanca Piedra is a tropical plant that is widespread especially in the coastal regions. The herb belongs to the Phyllanthaceae in the genus Phyllanthus. Chanca Piedra grows to a height of between 50 and 70cm. The herb bears a smooth bark that is light […]
Cholesterol is an organic molecule that is naturally biosynthesized by all animal cells. It is an essential structural component of the cell membranes of all animals’ cells and it plays an important role in maintaining the structural integrity and fluidity of the membranes. In the human body, cholesterol helps in production of of hormones, vitamins […]
Cancer is a very devastating disease affecting millions of people and it’s currently becoming a public health concern. Globally, a lot of lives are lost to cancer annually and the numbers increase as years go by. There are several types of cancer and most of them can only be controlled and not cured. As much […]
What is Just as the name suggests, moringa seeds are acquired from the pods of Moringa Oleifera, commonly known as the drumstick tree. Although it is native to Northern India, Moringa tree has been cultivated across various parts of the world due to its vast health benefits and high nutritional value. The moringa seeds are […]
There is currently an increasing demand for herbal medicine since they are very effective and most of them come with little or no side effects. They are also readily available and they come at lower costs as compared to modern drugs. For decades herbal medicine has been used successfully in the treatment of several conditions […]
How Jamaican Herbal Remedies Are Gaining Popularity Worldwide
