Nettle – Traditional Maltese uses

As an infusion To soothe chill blains (esp. when houses were cold). Boil nettles, leave to cool then aching toes and fingers soak in it Drunk to counteract anaemia (high in iron and chlorophyll, has a chemical constitution resembling blood Tonic for stomach, pancreas,...

Mint – History

The story of mint, belonging to the genus Mentha, stretches back thousands of years and weaves together mythology, medicine, daily life, and global trade. So ancient is its cultivation that in the case of spearmint, many believe it may no longer exist in its truly...

Herbal uses of Thyme (general)

Thyme is described as a powerful, warming, and drying herb with broad antimicrobial and stimulating actions. It works across multiple body systems: 1. Anti-infective & antimicrobial Strong antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral  Particularly...

Herbal uses of St John’s Wort (general)

St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) has long been valued as a versatile medicinal herb with a wide range of therapeutic actions affecting both the body and mind. Traditionally and in modern herbal practice, it is best known for its role as an antidepressant,...

St. John’s Wort – History

St. John’s Wort (Wort is simply an Old English word for a plant or an herb), known botanically as Hypericum perforatum, carries with it a long and layered history that weaves together language, seasonal symbolism, medicine, and spiritual belief. Its very name reflects...