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Herbal & Licensed

The benefits of echinacea

This traditional herb could be the key to making your next cold & flu season an uneventful one. Discover the benefits of echinacea and how it can help your sniffles and the skin.

Nutrition

Health benefits of elderberries

Elderberries have a long history of therapeutic applications. But before you start foraging, find out what wellness benefits these wild berries have to offer.

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Vitamin C

Vitamin C and healthy gums

Vitamin C has immune system-boosting properties. But did you know it could help brighten your smile and improve gum health? Find out more.

Allergy Help

What is an allergy and could I have one?

An allergy is the body’s overreaction to a substance it is exposed to, through eating, breathing or via skin contact, such as pollen, eggs, nuts or gluten.

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Allergy Help

12 best natural antihistamines

Suffering from allergies and considering on treating them naturally? Check out the list of 12 best natural antihistamines featured in this article.

Allergy Help

A guide to allergies

If you have hay fever, asthma or another allergy, you’re one of 21 million in the UK – and numbers are on the rise. Here's our helpful allergy guide.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D deficiency: how to identify and treat

How can you tell if you’re deficient in vitamin D? Learn the causes, signs, and symptoms to watch out for, as well as treatment options for low vitamin D levels.

Allergy Help

How to do allergy patch tests at home

Been advised to do a patch test and not sure how to go about it? Don't worry, we've explained why they're important and how to conduct one in our quick guide.

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Herbal & Licensed

What are the benefits of Astragalus?

Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) has been used in Traditional Chinese Cultures for thousands of years, often combined with other herbs to help strengthen the body. Interested in finding out more about its benefits? Learn more here.

Immunity

6 smoothies to support your immunity

Support your immune system with these smoothie recipes that will help you reach your five-a-day. From banana and mango to berry kiwi smoothies and more

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Cold & Flu

FAQs about common colds

What is the difference between cold and flu viruses? Do you have tell-tale symptoms of a sore throat, cough and runny nose? Here’s how to best treat them.

Immunity

Guide to weak immune systems

A weak immune system can lead to constant colds, fatigue and infections. Explore the signs of poor immunity, and how you can support your immune system.