What Is Marshmallow Root?
I used to think the name “marshmallow” was a made-up name created by a confectioner, but for those that don’t know, there is such a thing as a marshmallow plant! Althaea Officinalis (marshmallow) is a…
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Hayfever or A Summer Cold?
Recognising hay fever symptoms is not always easy, especially for those who experience a sudden arrival of symptoms, having never had them before.
Nettles: Not All Sting
Stinging nettles are usually a plant that is avoided, but did you know the stinging nettle has been used for food, herbal remedies, dyes and fibres for hundreds of years. During the Second World War,…
Elderberries: The Hedgerow Jewels
I had never foraged for anything before we had started Healthipops and what better way to start than with elderberries! They grow in abundance alongside Britain’s country lanes and woodlands during late summer/early autumn. We…