Herbal Encyclopedia

Mix 1 tsp turmeric powder in warm milk or water. Traditionally taken once or twice a day.

Brew 1-2 slices fresh ginger in hot water for 10 min. Traditionally drunk as 2-3 cups a day.

Traditional use is an extract taken daily with warm milk or water. Strengths and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.

Brew 5-6 fresh leaves or 1 tsp dried in hot water. Traditionally drunk twice a day.

Traditional use is a capsule taken 3x daily at onset of cold symptoms for up to 10 days. Strengths and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.

Traditional use is an extract 30-60 minutes before bed. Strengths and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.

Steep 1 tbsp dried flowers in hot water for 5 min. Traditionally drunk as 2-3 cups a day.

Use as essential oil in diffuser or brew 1 tsp dried flowers as tea before bed.

Steep 1 tbsp leaves in hot water 5 min. Apply diluted oil to temples for headache.

Traditional use is a silymarin extract 3x daily with meals. Strengths and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.

Commonly sold as a standardised extract. Product strengths and directions vary by brand. Follow the label and check with a pharmacist first, because of the interactions above.

Use as essential oil diluted in carrier oil. Brew as tea with 1 tsp dried herb.