Power of Peppermint Leaf
Peppermint (Mentha Piperita) is actually a hybrid herb of watermint and spearmint. The plant is native to Europe but is now commonly grown worldwide. As with many of the botanicals we use in our Healthipops,…
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Benefits of Lime Flower
Lime flower (Tilia cordata) also known as Linden, comes from a large deciduous tree and strangely has nothing to do with citrus fruit, it has also been called 'the nectar of Kings' due to its…
Are We Getting Enough Vitamin D?
Our main source of vitamin D is from the action of sunlight on our skin. When our skin is exposed to the sun's UVB light, our bodies can synthesise vitamin D3, so it is the…
The Power of Chamomile
Chamomile has a long tradition of being utilised in natural medicines helping ailments from sore throats and digestive problems to aiding in stress relief and subsequently helping to get a good night sleep. It is…
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…
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…