Herbal medicine has been with us since the dawn of human civilization and yet we know far less about its effects than we do about conventional synthetic medicines. In the Western world ...

Herbal, or natural, remedies are derived from plants and usually can be put together simply at home. That tends to make them cost-effective and convenient, and many people find them a welcome ...

Background China has a rich history of traditional herbal medicines. Traditional Chinese herbal medicine (TCM) has been used for over 5,000 in over 300 epidemics that the nation has faced.

Herbal medicines are made from plants' leaves, bark, roots, seeds, or flowers for medicinal purposes. They may offer therapeutic benefits. Read more here.