A few years ago, my husband and I spent some time in Western Europe and stayed in the home of a local amateur botanist. On one of our many treks through the countryside, she pointed to a lovely little flowering plant with spotted leaves and called it lungwort. Being from the mountains of Western Oregon,…
In an era where self-sufficiency and resilience are becoming increasingly essential, Off Grid Survival Skill by Marjory Wildcraft emerges as a beacon for those aspiring to thrive independently. The Off Grid Survival Skills Toolkit is a comprehensive digital collection of insightful and meticulously curated presentations. Each session delves into the critical aspects of off-grid living,…
What is an Herb? An herb, botanically, is a seed-producing annual, biennial, or perennial that does not develop persistent woody tissue but dies down at the end of a growing season (Merriam-Webster Dictionary). It can also refer, culturally, to a plant or plant part used for its medicinal, savory, or aromatic qualities. Gathering, cultivating, and…
What’s the story Olive oil, long revered for its health benefits and culinary versatility, holds a secret: it can be the unexpected star of your desserts. Infusing olive oil with herbs creates a distinctive flavor profile, elevating traditional treats into gourmet delights. Discover five creative ways to use herb-infused olive oil for delectable desserts. These…
Not every plant is your friend. Not every plant is good. I know this because I’ve been researching the history of poison gardens and have planted a modest one in my small Sydney backyard. A poison garden contains only toxic plants, which could kill humans if consumed in varying quantities. The concept of a poison…
Traditional use of Greek mountain tea (GMT), Herba Sideritis (Sideritis scardica Griseb.), is used to treat the common cold and mild gastrointestinal disorders. Recent studies suggest its potential efficacy for reducing the risk of age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases, which could be associated with the common mechanisms of action. The aims of this monograph…
Olive oil and herbs, two key components of the Mediterranean diet, are known for their beneficial effects on humans. In our study, we incorporated aromatic and medicinal herbs into local monovarietal olive oils via maceration procedures for enrichment. We identified the herbal-derived ingredients that migrate to olive oils and contribute positively to their total phenolic…
Medicinal plants and herbs constitute rich sources of flavoring, and aromatic compounds, namely phytochemicals, which have many positive impacts on human health, such as antioxidant, anticancer, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, and … >>> Poulios, E., Vasios, G. K., Psara, E., Antasouras, G., Gialeli, M., Pavlidou, E., Tsantili-Kakoulidou, A., Troumbis, A. Y., Giaginis, C. The Natural Products…
Greek islands of the North Aegean Region are a group of nine inhabited islands (Lemnos, Agios Efstratios, Lesvos, Chios, Psara, Oinousses, Samos, Ikaria, and Fourni) located in the northern part of the Aegean Sea, close to Asia Minor. Each island of this region can be considered autonomous in terms of culture and biodiversity. With this…
In the first part of this series of review articles, we presented the anticancer activities of the most important wild edible plants of eastern Mediterranean region, which we named as the “Deca-plants” (D-P) >>> Azab, A. European Journal of Medicinal Plants, 34(9), 1-24 (2023) Recent related articles in this category All articles in this category…