Linden tea (or lime tree tea) is a common natural treatment for tension headaches. It has calming and sedative qualities. It ...

African balm leaves have long been recognized for their healing properties, being used in traditional medicine for centuries ...

For mucilaginous herbs that create healing slippery substances for sore throats or irritated digestive tracts, like marshmallow root or slippery elm, cold water extraction works better than hot.

A new book, National Geographic Herbal: 100 Herbs From the World’s Healing Traditions, offers detailed information on the therapeutic uses of herbs. Chamomile tea to ease cramps and restlessness.