Tag: Medicinal herbs

Maitake – Grifola Frondosa

Maitake – Grifola Frondosa The maitake (Grifola frondosa), also known as the “dancing mushroom” in Japan, is a mushroom with a significant history in traditional medicine, especially in China and Japan, where it’s considered a sacred medicinal plant. In recent years, maitake’s popularity has grown worldwide due to its therapeutic properties and impressive health benefits. Here, we’ll explore...

Herbal medicines for the treatment of otitis

Acute otitis media is one of the most common childhood infections, with high rates of incidence. More than 80% of children experience at least one episode of otitis, and one in three children will face three or more episodes. This condition also carries a significant socioeconomic impact, as it leads to numerous physician visits and is a frequent cause for antibiotic prescriptions in children

Herbs and vegetables rich in vitamin C

Why is vitamin C so important during winter? Vitamin C is often associated with preventing colds and flu because of its role in supporting the immune system. Here’s why vitamin C is considered important for immune health:

Saffron collection and nutritional value

The saffron, also known in Greece as crocus of Kozani, is one of the native herbs of southern and eastern Europe and western Asia. As you already know, there are many native species of saffron in Greece, while it prefers the semi-mountainous areas. As it is a bulbous plant, it is a perennial and can reach a height of up to 25 cm.

What are the adaptogenic herbs! Part I.

They are constantly gaining ground, and are herbs that have multiple functions but without a clear healing property, while they are usually considered aphrodisiac. Adaptogens are powerful anti-aging, which offer well-being to the human body, while having the ability to balance the various bodily functions. To be precise, an adaptogen helps the body adapt to the pressures of daily life,...