Some of the most common ones are long jack, tongkat ali, and pasak bumi, though there are many, many more, and all in different languages. Each name usually refers to the herb’s trademark intense bitterness. …

Sometimes we can get so unhealthy, it feels as if our bodies are turning on us and attacking us. This can, and literally does, happen—and it’s called autoimmunity. There are so many things that can …

We don’t know it or recognize it until it hits us—and sometimes we don’t even recognize or notice it then. The disease could affect any of us: our families, our friends, or maybe even ourselves. …

For a flower as unique as it is enchanting, it can be hard to think that far more secrets lay beneath its inconspicuous petals—save for delicious passion fruit, of course. And yet, traditional herbalists and …

Herbs can be powerful tools for health.  Over time, research has revealed certain botanicals to have numerous benefits. Plants like schisandra, rhodiola, and he shou wu are great examples—but turning to just one herb isn’t …

Ever wonder if unhealthiness is something that can be felt—or even measured? Some of us may already know the answer to this question. After eating certain foods, something may just not feel quite right. Maybe …

An herb that goes by the name “horny goat weed” certainly stimulates the imagination. Commonly also called by its scientific name, epimedium, this Asian plant is widely known for the health benefits it imbues in …

Feeling good and looking good are two dimensions of health that often go hand-in-hand. And no other aspect of health represents this idea better than hair health. Lots of time and money are poured into …

Yes, aging can be difficult. None of us can avoid it.  But that doesn’t mean we’re powerless against its challenges, or that there’s nothing we can do to make it easier. ADD IN AN ADAPTOGEN …

If only there was a way to measure energy in the body—or a way to know how to naturally tap into its health-enhancing abundance. In a search for such insights, science and research have led …

Our lungs are at the center of life. They are constantly working to bring oxygen to every part of our bodies. When they struggle, it affects nearly every aspect of our lives. Unfortunately, lung ailments …

WHAT IS RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS? Rheumatoid arthritis is just one of many illnesses that result from a confused and dysfunctional immune system. Due to any number of factors that cannot always be determined with each case, …

Our beautiful planet is rich with a startling treasure trove of health-boosting herbs. He shou wu is one of the most powerful, effective, and legendary medical herbs of old. Research shows this botanical is a …

One couldn’t find a plant stranger or more interesting than cistanche. Yet, this curious plant is the secret to many health benefits. Its usage goes back 1800 years, but researchers are still discovering its advantages …

It’s easy to take our reproductive health, libido, and sex lives for granted. That’s especially the case if everything is going perfectly well and without a hitch. And yet, issues in the bedroom are the …

There are thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of herbs and mushrooms used or experimented with for healing throughout history. In some traditional cultures today, almost all are still used for health. Other botanicals, on …

Pain isn’t always simple. Pain can be acute or intense, but it can also be chronic, subtle, and life-changing. No matter what pain may be like, it can be limiting. More frustrating are the limited …

WHEN IT COMES TO ANXIETY AND INSOMNIA, ARE WE ON OUR OWN? If facing anxiety and insomnia once in a while is just another part of life, are there natural ways to support anxiety? What …

Disease and poor health can manifest in so many different ways. There are also many factors that cause this degeneration: bad diet, lack of exercise, exposure to chemicals, stress, and much more. When we study …

It’s one of the world’s most often-consumed and popular beverages, along with water and coffee. Not only does it contain the stimulant alkaloid, caffeine, that a lot of us love—but this beverage is also chock-full …

Ever heard of the herb Mucuna pruriens? A TRADITIONAL PLANT OF AYURVEDIC PRACTICE While mucuna has grown undisturbed and undiscovered by Western cultures for most of history, Asian folk medicine explored and established its own …

Ever heard of astragalus? It’s a delicate plant with many species that can be found all over the world. At first glance, it looks quite a bit like a pea plant—and that’s because it is …

Adaptogens are powerful herbal ingredients that can have amazing impacts on health. In the grand scheme of things, however, the idea of an “adaptogen” is only a recent discovery. On the other hand, ancient knowledge …

Ever heard of Cordyceps? Probably not but we will be fully aware of its benefits by the end of this article. Dubbed in the health and fitness community as the “magic mushroom,” Cordyceps is capable of …

It can be frustrating, the way it infiltrates anything and everything in one’s routine. At first, we might not be able to put a finger on what’s going on, or even think of it as …

All of health is more connected than we realize. Traditional cultures have known this for thousands of years, while holistic health practitioners maintain this as a staple to all of healing. More excitingly though, scientific …

In ancient China during the 16th Century, an interesting plant pops up among the period’s most respected traditional medical texts. A shrub-like plant with cream-yellow flowers, it was often featured alongside the mighty ginseng in …

So you know when you get a craving for a nice tasty treat? Your mouth starts to water and you can almost taste the goodness, but then you start thinking about how those treats are …

In the world of natural healing, there’s something for everyone— whether male or female. Ancient texts and herbal lore reflect this in a certain way, too.  Back when we relied more on botanical medicine, there …

  Sean and Michael here… Capturing photos for Content, Absorbing the Healing Rays from the Sun, Grounding; Connecting to the Earth, and Just Having Fun. This should be the Foundation of any Wellness Program. The …

Modern technology, scientific research, and advancements in mainstream medical treatments today help us triumph over a wide range of diseases that once plagued us without end. Conditions that used to have no hope now have …

“Eat your greens” is a saying most of us have probably heard one too many times. Most likely, we heard this when we were little, thinking “yuck!” when mom, dad, or grandparents wanted us to …

Invisible threats to our health are all around us. They can be found in the air, the water, and even our foods. But what about our technology? It turns out there are health risks even …

When we think of healing botanicals, we might think of exotic, rare plants and fungi that only grow in secret little corners of the world. This is true in the case for some of these, …