Lavender

Lavender oil benefits are aplenty. From relieving tension and soothing the nerves, it is also known for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antidepressant, antiseptic and antibacterial properties

Elsewhere in the world, stone fruit of all kinds are revered, but only the plum gets that kind of treatment in the UK.You'd never catch me having fruit at the end of a great meal. ...

We take our pick from your choice of inventive floral recipes.I love all things flowery, from delicate hibiscus cocktails to the chocolate violet creams beloved of those without their own teeth, so this week was ...

An American entrepreneur has come up with a range of "macho" soaps - meant only for men. The soaps smell like beer, bacon, wine and coffee.Adam Anderson was sick of scrubbing himself with feminine aromas ...

'Perennial herbs such as rosemary, sage, lavender and thymes can live for a long time, but grow leggy and flop with age'There's a front garden on the way to my allotment filled with nothing but ...

Does going to bed feel like a nightmare? Do you lie awake all night staring at the ceiling, tossing and turning? We have some tips to help you fall asleep faster.

Essential oils are extracted from flowers and plants, and known to stimulate the nervous system and bring about a calming effect.

Honey bee sting can be very painful. Here are some natural home remedies for bees sting to bring you instant relief.