Heartsease
Heartsease is typically used in skin disorders such as eczema and urticaria. It's expectorant properties means it's also useful for respiratory problems with lots of mucus.
Ginkgo
Ginkgo was first used as a medicine in 10th century China and was then adopted in Europe in the 1960s by Germany. Today there is a significant amount of research into it at all levels, particularly for neurological and vascular conditions.
Caraway
Caraway is a pungent digestive herb. The leaves, roots, seeds and oil of the caraway plant is used as a medicine and food, where the seeds are particularly popular in bread and cake baking.
Angelica
Angelica archangelica was traditionally a cure-all and was even used as a natural medicine against the plague. Today in clinical practice it is seen as a warming aromatic herb that stimulates circulation, enhances digestion and enhances the lungs ability to expectorate phlegm.
Cardamom
Cardamom is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial that comes from the same family as ginger. The main part used is the dried ripe fruit which contain aromatic seeds.
Bilberry
Bilberry is a rich source of a class of antioxidants called anthocyanins and is commonly used for conditions affecting the heart and/or blood vessels.
Tulsi/Holy Basil
Tulsi is considered one of the most sacred plants in India and is highly revered in Ayurvedic medicine. Its adaptogenic properties are utilised by many herbalist today as a protective remedy against the negative effects of stress.
Maca
Maca is a plant known for its ability to live and thrive in one of the harshest climates in the world. This is so fitting because its roots have long been used to help us adapt to and survive in stressful environments.
Echinacea
Echinacea is arguably the most famous and most used herbal medicine in the world; classically used in the treatment of colds and flu.