Alternative therapies like herbs and vitamins may offer symptom relief. But exercise extreme caution: Research into their effectiveness is limited, and some may pose a greater health risk.

Herbs have been used for ages in traditional and folk medicine to heal sickness. Throughout history, people have focused on lifespan, which is still relevant. Some herbs have been shown in ...

A number of preliminary studies suggest that certain natural remedies for depression may work well for some people, but more studies are needed to determine if they're as effective or more effective ...

That's the mission behind a new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx that all its aspiring doctors must take. "Service learning" is a required course at Einstein, launched in ...

Winter's arrival brings seasonal ailments, but nature offers potent herbal remedies. Ashwagandha, tulsi, ginger, turmeric, amla, and giloy are highlighted for their immune-boosting properties.