News & Lifestyle

24th January 2012

Milk Thistle for liver support

Milk Thistle has been used as a liver and gall bladder tonic for more than 2000 years. It is perhaps the best known of all liver herbs and has been subjected to a high level of scientific scrutiny. Studies suggest that its reputation as having a valuable role to play in supporting liver health is well justified. Read on to learn more about how it works.

24th January 2012

Herbs to help you detox

Every day, your liver and kidneys filter and metabolise a vast array of toxins so they can be excreted from your body. However, if your detoxification pathways can’t keep up with the load, some toxins can remain in your system and have negative effects on your health. Setting aside a week or two to detox by sticking to a light, clean diet and avoiding alcohol, junk food, cigarettes and other nasties could help put the spring back in your step. Taking herbs at the same time could facilitate the process, so here are few for your consideration.

24th January 2012

Herbal alternatives to chemicals in your home

If you stop to think about it, the number of chemicals we’re exposed to every day is astounding. Pesticides on our food, smog in the air we breathe, and chlorine in our water supply are just the beginning of the list. Unless you’ve taken steps to avoid it, many of the products you use in your home are also likely to be chemical cocktails. In many cases, natural alternatives can do just as good a job – and often for a fraction of the price. Here are five ideas to get you started.

30th November 2011

Herbs to help you sleep

When experiencing insomnia, many people are reluctant to turn to prescribed medicines due to concerns about experiencing side effects or becoming dependent on the drugs for sleep. Luckily, there are many herbs that can help you sleep, and they don’t tend to be habit forming or associated with nasty adverse effects either. Here we outline the actions of some of our favourites so you can determine which best suit your needs.

30th November 2011

Setting yourself up for successful sleep

Scientists use the term ‘sleep hygiene’ to refer to the collection of habits and environmental factors that contribute to the quality of your sleep. By adjusting your evening activities and, if necessary, setting your bedroom up to support more restful slumber, you may find yourself naturally developing better habits.

30th November 2011

Surprising reasons you need a good night’s sleep

If you don’t consistently get around eight hours sleep every night, you might want to make some changes to your routine, because not getting enough sleep does more than just leave you feeling a bit tired. It can have serious implications for your mental and physical health, some of which may surprise you.

3rd November 2011

Feeling anxious or stressed? Try some forest therapy

In Japan, performing ‘shinrin-yoku’ means ‘taking in the atmosphere of the forest’, or more colloquially, ‘forest bathing’. Research suggests that forest therapy may help relieve stress and anxiety , so if you’re feeling the pressure, perhaps its time to head for the trees.

2nd November 2011

Getting to grips with anxiety

Worry is a normal emotion that everyone experiences occasionally. If yours is out of control, causing physical symptoms such as heart palpitations or breathlessness, or interfering with your relationships or daily activities, it’s time to take action and seek professional help. In many milder cases though, simple strategies can make a big difference to anxiety levels .

2nd November 2011

Herbs for your nervous system

Herbal remedies have been used to relieve mild anxiety and symptoms of nervousness for hundreds of years. Today, scientific research is validating the historical applications of many of these herbs, and, in some cases, expanding our understanding of the anti-anxiety benefits of traditional medicines. Here we discuss some of the most popular herbal medicines for anxiety.

5th October 2011

Natural Pick Me-up's for Stress & Fatigue

Natural pick-me-ups Going through a stressful patch, or feeling tired and low in energy? When you’re under pressure it’s easy to neglect your health – and that can only make the problem worse. These simple steps will help you cope, and may even give you an energy boost.

5th October 2011

15 of Our Favourite Tonic Herbs

There are literally thousands of herbal medicines in use around the world. Here we introduce you to some of our favourites, which can be taken alone, or in combination as a tonic to improve your health, wellbeing and vitality – naturally.

5th October 2011

The Power of Siberian Ginseng

Siberian ginseng for stress and fatigue Being under stress can be exhausting, and, in a vicious cycle, tiredness can make it more difficult to cope with everything you’ve got on your plate. What if you could find a remedy to support your energy levels AND your nervous system? Siberian ginseng could be just what you need.

30th August 2011

Managing eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis

Inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis can be extremely itchy, can sometimes get infected, and may also cause emotional distress. Here are some tips to help you manage these frustrating conditions and minimise their impact on your life.

30th August 2011

20 Ways to Green Your Garden

At Greenridge, we love all things green – and especially gardens! Your garden might be full to the brim with thriving plant life – but is it also green in the ecological sense? Here are 20 ideas to help you reduce, re-use, recycle, and make your garden becomes the centrepiece of your home’s environmental efforts.

30th August 2011