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Medical herbalist Ellie Holly's talk on herbal medicine, the value of weeds
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Using Weeds As Medicines

I had a lovely day down at Rye Harbour Discovery Centre last Saturday giving a talk to the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.  It was well attended with over forty attendees.  Lots of interesting discussions about how to use common garden…
Herbal medicines to support detoxification. Love your liver!
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Why you should love your liver all year round: Supporting your detoxification system

The liver is one of the most hardworking organs in your body, playing a key role in detoxifying harmful substances and maintaining optimal health. While many of us associate detoxification with special detox diets or juice cleanses, the truth…
new year detox diet plan

New Year guide to clean eating: a two week gentle detox

New Year is a time for clearing out and beginning a new.  We still have a long stretch of shorter days ahead; it is a time to look after yourself and be kind to your body and soul.   It is a good time to do a health reset: dedicating…
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Using local herbs for health - Dandelion

Dandelion – A very old medicine Spring is very gently starting to appear; green leaves are cautiously emerging.  Traditionally after a long winter with little fresh vegetables or fruit the poor country folk of England would pick young…
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Milk Thistle - will it really help your liver and support a detox?

Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a famous herbal remedy with a reputation for improving liver function, but is that reputation justified?  Many people are kicking off January by going on detox diets which often involve taking milk thistle…