Sure, potions of invisibility and immortality may be a little hard to come by in the real world, but there's some legit science behind less fantastic ones. Historical sleep and love potions are grounded in science, even if some of the...

The talented herbalist Xu Xian had just started his own medicine shop where he created remedies with the help of his wife, Bai Su Zhen. One day a monk named Fa Hai approached him, warning him that there was a demon in his house. The...

In the 1960s drug-resistant strains of malaria emerged, making the disease even deadlier than before. Then, pharmaceutical scientist Tu Youyou discovered a promising new remedy buried within the pages of ancient Chinese texts.

Homer's "Odyssey" recounts the adventures of the Greek hero Odysseus during his journey home from the Trojan War. Though some parts may be based on real events, the encounters with monsters, giants and magicians are considered to be...

Many people in Indonesia believe in the spiritual power behind objects and forces, and most societies have organized ceremonies and rituals to mollify these spirits. In Indonesia, traditional animist beliefs have been combined with the...

Herbs & Spices

Howcast - Learn how to cook green beans thoren from cookbook author Maya Kaimal in this Indian food video from Howcast.

Howcast - Learn what hormonal acne is from dermatologist Cybele Fishman, MD in this Howcast skin care video.

Howcast - If you're among the 85 percent of women who suffer from PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, take heart. These remedies will soothe your symptoms.

Howcast -If you're a beginning indoor gardener, try starting with a one-pot herb garden in your kitchen or on any windowsill exposed to sunlight.

Howcast - No, it's not some old-timey dance step. Or something draped over the lights in a brothel. Chiffonade is a technique used to cut leafy vegetables and herbs into slender ribbons.

Make your own custom tea using your favorite fruits, fresh herbs, or aromatics with a French press or a teapot.

Welcome back to One Good Thing At Home! This week I’m starting a series of small, cool discoveries that will arm you for these lovely outdoor months – primarily how to ward of bugs of all kinds. Over the past year, I’ve learned a bunch...

St. John's Wort has been used for centuries as a treatment for a wide variety of ailments. It's often promoted in modern times as a treatment for depression, ADHD, and many others. So, what does the research say? Is St. John's Wort...

This video presents a captivating performance from Act 2, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," where Oberon instructs Puck to fetch the magical flower love-in-idleness. The scene highlights Oberon's reminiscence of a...

Discover the legend behind Jeppson's Malort, a liquor that's infamous for its divisive taste. Join Tremaine Atkinson, CEO and head distiller of CH Distillery, as he shares the intriguing story of how Carl Jeppson, a Swedish immigrant...

In this video, we explore the influence of seasons on French cuisine and the key herbs that contribute to the unique flavors. From the versatile Italian parsley to the aromatic rosemary and thyme, these herbs play a vital role in...

In this video, viewers will learn about the essential herbs and spices used in Italian cooking. From the common use of basil in dishes like pesto sauce to the complementary flavors of oregano and garlic in tomato-based dishes, this video...

St-John wort

It isn’t a fallacy - keeping warm in Winter really does help prevent colds and flu. Lymphocytes in the body fight infection and prefer a warm environment, so rugging up encourages blood flow, and in turn, the presence of lymphocytes to...

Children to spell 3-4 letter ER Digraph words

In This Episode, Tyler Teaches Us About the Formula for Success Quote by Herbert Bayard Swope

His name is HERB and he's a robotic butler designed to open doors, clean tables and even retrieve your slippers. He doesn't look as human as his Japanese counterparts but HERB has a bigger brain according to its developer Siddhartha...

His name is HERB and he's a robotic butler designed to open doors, clean tables and even retrieve your slippers. He doesn't look as human as his Japanese counterparts but HERB has a bigger brain according to its developer Siddhartha...