Herbal Glossary


  • Meadowsweet

    Meadowsweet

    Meadowsweet is a cooling digestive, urinary and anti-inflammatory herb that eases acidity, indigestion, diarrhoea, rheumatic and arthritic pain, cystitis, oedema and infections while supporting connective tissue and liver health.

  • Maca

    Maca

    Maca is an energising hormone-balancing root that boosts libido, fertility, endurance and mood, supports menopause, menstrual irregularities, bone density, anaemia and heart health, and offers antioxidant and neuroprotective benefits.

  • Maitake

    Maitake

    Maitake is a multi-action medicinal mushroom that supports metabolism, weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, immunity, bone health, fertility and cancer care, offering anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective and anti-tumour benefits.

  • Marshmallow

    Marshmallow

    Marshmallow is a soothing demulcent herb that cools and moisturises dry, inflamed tissues, easing digestive, respiratory, urinary and skin irritation while supporting wound healing, immunity and gentle detoxification.

  • Milk thistle

    Milk thistle

    Milk thistle is a powerful liver and gallbladder tonic that protects and regenerates liver tissue, supports bile flow, detoxification, cholesterol balance, bone and skin health, and helps counter drug and alcohol-related toxicity.

  • Motherwort

    Motherwort

    Motherwort is a calming heart and uterine tonic that eases anxiety, palpitations, menstrual cramps, hypertension and menopausal symptoms while supporting cardiovascular, nervous and reproductive system balance.

  • Mullein

    Mullein

    Mullein is a soothing respiratory and intestinal herb that moistens and protects mucous membranes, eases coughs and earache, fights infections and supports wound healing, haemorrhoids, arthritis and gout.

  • Myrrh

    Myrrh

    Myrrh is a potent antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating resin that supports hormonal balance, oral and skin health, respiratory and gastrointestinal infections, cholesterol metabolism and chronic inflammatory conditions.