Index of Herbs

Concern guides

Herbs by concern

Start from what you want help with. Each guide brings together the herbs people reach for most, what tradition and research say about them, and how to use them safely.

Mind and sleep

  • Herbs for Sleep

    Gentle herbs that may help you unwind and sleep better, from ashwagandha to chamomile, with what the research shows.

    8 herbs

  • Herbs for Anxiety and Stress

    Calming herbs that may help ease everyday stress and worry, with what the research shows and how to use them safely.

    10 herbs

  • Herbs for Low Mood and Depression

    Herbs that may support mild low mood, from St. John’s wort and saffron to lemon balm, with what the research shows and how to stay safe.

    9 herbs

  • Herbs for Memory and Focus

    Herbs that may support memory and focus, from bacopa’s encouraging trials to time-honored sage and rosemary.

    9 herbs

  • Herbs for ADHD

    What research shows about herbs for ADHD, from saffron and ginkgo’s small trials to calming herbs, and how to use them safely.

    9 herbs

  • Herbs for Energy and Fatigue

    Herbs that may help when you feel run down, from ginseng to rhodiola, with what the research shows and when to get checked.

    8 herbs

Digestion

  • Herbs for Digestion and Bloating

    Herbs that may ease indigestion, gas and bloating, from peppermint to chamomile, with what the research shows.

    10 herbs

  • Herbs for Heartburn and Acid Reflux

    Soothing herbs traditionally used for heartburn and reflux, from DGL licorice to slippery elm, with what the research shows.

    6 herbs

  • Herbs for IBS

    Herbs that may ease IBS pain, bloating and bowel changes, from peppermint oil to chamomile, with what the research shows.

    9 herbs

  • Herbs for Nausea

    Herbs that may help settle nausea, from ginger to lemon balm, with what the research shows and when to get help.

    6 herbs

  • Herbs for Constipation

    Fiber and herbal laxatives for constipation, from psyllium and senna to flaxseed, with what the research shows and when to get help.

    7 herbs

  • Herbs for Liver Health

    Herbs traditionally used for liver health, from milk thistle to dandelion, what research shows, and which herbs to avoid.

    7 herbs

Pain and inflammation

  • Herbs for Headaches and Migraine

    Feverfew, peppermint oil and other herbs that may ease headaches or help prevent migraine, with what research shows and when to get care.

    5 herbs

  • Herbs for Joint Pain and Arthritis

    Herbs that may ease aching, stiff joints, from turmeric to capsaicin cream, with what the research shows for arthritis.

    10 herbs

  • Herbs for Back and Muscle Pain

    Herbs that may ease an aching back and sore muscles, from capsicum plasters to willow bark, with what the research shows.

    7 herbs

  • Herbs for Inflammation

    Herbs that may help calm chronic inflammation, from boswellia to turmeric and ginger, with what the research shows.

    8 herbs

Women’s and men’s health

Everyday health

  • Herbs for Colds, Flu and Immunity

    Herbs traditionally used through cold and flu season to soothe sore throats and coughs, what research shows, and when to see a doctor.

    9 herbs

  • Herbs for Cough and Sore Throat

    Soothing herbs for coughs and sore throats, from thyme to mullein, with what the research shows and when to get help.

    9 herbs

  • Herbs for Skin and Wound Care

    Gentle herbs for minor burns, scrapes and irritated skin, from aloe and calendula to tea tree, with what the research shows.

    12 herbs

  • Herbs for Heart and Circulation

    Psyllium, horse chestnut, garlic, hawthorn and more as support for a heart-healthy lifestyle, with what research shows.

    13 herbs

  • Herbs for Varicose Veins

    Horse chestnut, butcher’s broom and other herbs for heavy, aching, swollen legs, rated by evidence, with when to see a doctor.

    5 herbs

  • Herbs for Blood Sugar

    Herbs that may support healthy blood sugar alongside medical care, from psyllium to cinnamon, with what the research shows.

    13 herbs

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