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Effective Uses of New Zealand Native Plants in Clinic

Effective Uses of New Zealand Native Plants in ...

In a world where an increasing number of plant species are under threat of extinction due to over-harvesting, loss of habitat or climate change, here in New Zealand we are...

Effective Uses of New Zealand Native Plants in ...

In a world where an increasing number of plant species are under threat of extinction due to over-harvesting, loss of habitat or climate change, here in New Zealand we are...

Locally grown herbs for lung health

Locally grown herbs for lung health

There are many reasons for the quality of New Zealand grown plants, including the relative youth of our landmass, the richness of our soils carved from volcanoes, rainforests and other...

Locally grown herbs for lung health

There are many reasons for the quality of New Zealand grown plants, including the relative youth of our landmass, the richness of our soils carved from volcanoes, rainforests and other...

Topical Applications: Calendula, Karamū, Mānuka

Topical Applications: Calendula, Karamū, Mānuka

Posted: November 2022Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Karamū (Coprosma robusta) is a relatively small native tree found throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. It is fast-growing and like...

Topical Applications: Calendula, Karamū, Mānuka

Posted: November 2022Author: Phil Rasmussen | M.Pharm., M.P.S., Dip. Herb. Med.; M.N.I.M.H.(UK), F.N.Z.A.M.H. Karamū (Coprosma robusta) is a relatively small native tree found throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. It is fast-growing and like...

Withania - A Useful Adjunct with SSRI's For Anxiety

Withania - A Useful Adjunct with SSRI's For Anx...

Withania is one of our most treasured herbs, particularly at present with raised stress levels and increased incidence of conditions such as insomnia and anxiety.

Withania - A Useful Adjunct with SSRI's For Anx...

Withania is one of our most treasured herbs, particularly at present with raised stress levels and increased incidence of conditions such as insomnia and anxiety.

Seasonal Allergies

Seasonal Allergies

While allergic rhinitis is most often seen in springtime, it is not exclusively a springtime condition. As the seasons move into autumn then winter, our body’s also go through a...

Seasonal Allergies

While allergic rhinitis is most often seen in springtime, it is not exclusively a springtime condition. As the seasons move into autumn then winter, our body’s also go through a...

Valerian - More than just a sleeping aid

Valerian - More than just a sleeping aid

Roots of the European and northern Asian herb Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), are well known for their relaxant and anxiolytic properties, and usefulness in the management of insomnia and mild anxiety.

Valerian - More than just a sleeping aid

Roots of the European and northern Asian herb Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), are well known for their relaxant and anxiolytic properties, and usefulness in the management of insomnia and mild anxiety.