Plant Based

Before the advent of modern chemistry and pharmaceuticals, people turned to the world around them to find possible remedies for illness and injury. The use of plants for medicinal purposes is well-documented, most notably through herbals – books that list and describe various plants as well as their uses. Herbal remedies are still used throughout the world, often based on anecdotal evidence. However, through scientific study, some plant-based remedies have been tested and proven effective – many even serving as the origin of modern medications.