“Large doses result in vivid, intense hallucinations, which can last for over a day.” 10 powerful, mind-altering, psychedelic plants –with some surprises
Humans have long turned to the plant kingdom to alter their minds – for religious rituals, medicine, or recreation. Here are some of...
Berries and nuts may reverse life-threatening damage caused by heart failure
Eating pomegranates and walnuts may reverse some of the life-threatening damage caused by catastrophic heart failure, a new study has found. Research shows...
The Clearest Evidence Yet That a Common Plastic Increases Risk of Fatty Liver Disease
One of the world’s most common plastics – used in food packaging, plastic wraps, storage containers, and takeaway cups – may be partially...
The Red Globes: How Britain Forgot the Medicine It Once Sent Schoolchildren to Harvest
In late September, driving almost anywhere in rural England, you will see them. Little red-orange globes, strung along the hedgerows like something a...
Experts have a new simple solution for your knee, hip and back pain
Joint pain affects a huge chunk of the world’s population, but the solution could be simpler than you think. Two foot experts tell...
Plantwatch: how goat’s rue inspired super drug for everything from diabetes to obesity
Galegine compound in plant formed blueprint for metformin drug, but without the toxic side-effects. Goat’s rue or French lilac, Galega officinalis, is a...
