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Anxiety remedies for getting back to normal

If you’re looking for anxiety remedies to help you deal with the issues many of us are facing as we re-enter social life, here are our five favourites. After almost

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How does St John’s Wort work?

It’s world-famous as a herbal remedy for anxiety and mild depression, but how does St John’s Wort herb actually work?  What is St John’s Wort? St John’s Wort is a

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Are spots a sign of stress?

You may have heard people say that spots are a sign of stress. But is it true? Many of us will suffer from spots or acne at some point. Although

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Ecotherapy: the free, natural anxiety remedy

If you are looking for a natural anxiety remedy, spending time outside in nature could provide the answer you’ve  been searching for. In May 2021, the theme for the annual

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How alcohol affects your mind and body

Many of us enjoy the simple pleasure of meeting up with friends over a glass or two. As a fan of herbal medicine, I know that Milk Thistle helps me

Fight back against Seasonal Affective Disorder

About 3 people in every 100 in the UK have significant winter depressions – known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Whilst you can’t ‘cure’ SAD or winter depression, there are

St John’s Wort – a herbal remedy for anxiety

Hannah Charman explains how St John’s Wort has been used for hundreds of years as a herbal remedy for anxiety.   Hannah is a Medical Herbalist. She graduated from Middlesex University

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Developing a positive mindset

Thinking positively comes naturally to some, but for others, achieving a positive mindset requires some commitment. If you suffer with anxiety disorders, for example, negative thoughts can become constant and

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Harnessing the power of Echinacea

Humans have been harnessing the power of Echinacea to help combat colds and flu for years. But did you know that Echinacea has a wealth of health benefits that extend

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How to practise true happiness :)

“You must understand the whole of life, not just one part of it. That is why you must read, that is why you must look at the skies… why you