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A closer look at fermentation and Regulat’s clinical applications

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To heat or not to heat!

I have been working for some time now on developing a new process of tincture making which combines elements of the usual cold-maceration with infusion, decoction and distillation. I would like to explain more about this process and put forward my reasons why I believe this to be a superior way of making tinctures. Read more

What are Aromatic Waters?

Aromatic waters are highly therapeutic distillates, which harbour the lighter essence of an aromatic plant. They constitute a very safe and effective way of prescribing the volatile principles and vital essence of a plant internally, an essential element that is missing from the present practice of herbal medicine and aromatherapy in the UK. Read more

The Dark Ages 300AD to 10Th Century

During this time, Europe was plunged into a depression. It is not totally clear as to why such ignorance followed on from the relatively advanced and enlightened Roman times. Although conquerors and patriarchs, the Romans at least encouraged the Arts and scientific endeavour. Read more

Learning Outcome: Understand the contribution to Western Herbal Medicine made by the Greek philosophers/physicians, in particular Galen and Hippocrates. Read more

The Colonists

The early settlers of the 17th Century arrived weakened by the long voyage, often suffering fevers or scurvy. If the settlers set out in late spring to avoid bad weather on the crossing they arrived too late in summer to prepare and plant crops, and had to endure hard New England winters ill prepared. Read more