Certain plants and herbs have long been used for medicinal purposes. In some cases, scientific research backs their purported health benefits. Share on Pinterest Pink echinacea cone flowers. Tracey ...

Ginger is a spice cabinet staple, easily relied on to add flavor to soup, stir-fry or marinated chicken. It's known to be a remedy for an upset stomach. The spice also has health benefits that have ...

I really love plants. My lifelong career and hobbies have mostly centered around ornamental horticulture – the beauty of plants. Of course, I’m also aware of the environmental role and necessity of ...

Forest communities in southwestern Ghana use 70 species of medicinal trees to treat up to 83 ailments, according to a recent study. These plants contain high levels of bioactive compounds with ...

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Some plant-based processed foods may lower heart disease and diabetes risk, challenging one-size-fits-all warnings about ...

Discover the insulin plant, a dual-purpose marvel for your home, offering both beauty and natural health benefits. This tropical herb, scientifically known as Costus igneus, is easy to cultivate ...

The study of our primate cousins has revealed many of them have remarkably advanced behaviors, but a new observation in Sumatra caught seasoned scientists by surprise. An orangutan known as Rakus ...