Artemisia annua: A very special plant September 1, 2018Artemisia annua between traditional herbal medicine and modern research: a visit to our plants in Tenerife and thoughts on artemisinin, whole-plant extracts, and what we can learn from nature.
Does rockrose have anti-inflammatory effects? August 1, 2018When it comes to the subject of autoimmune disease, conventional medicine is largely at a loss. Our immune cells attack our own tissue, causing inflammation that costs us a lot...
Rockrose (Cistus): What makes wild plants so special? July 1, 2018Why does rockrose produce so many polyphenols and flavonoids? An essay about Cistus, wild plants, adaptability, and whether life under natural stress conditions is precisely what makes plants particularly interesting.
The rock rose: True beauty lies within June 1, 2018The rockrose is delicate yet remarkably resilient. A look at Cistus, polyphenols, and the extraordinary plant that thrives among volcanic rocks and pine trees on Tenerife.
Cistus: What scientific studies are available? May 1, 2018Cistus is rich in polyphenols and has been the subject of scientific research for years. An overview of studies on its antioxidant, antiviral, and antibacterial properties, as well as its...
Pine pollen, Testosterone and Bodybuilding April 1, 2018Why is Pine Pollen so popular among bodybuilders? About testosterone, cortisol, muscle growth, and the role adaptogens and Pine Pollen may play in training and recovery.