Different Allium species have been applied both internally and externally in traditional medicinal systems. Of these, garlic is considered to be the part of evidence-based medicine. Its therapeutic indications are primary related to its cardiovascular effects (prophylaxis of atherosclerosis; … [Read more...] about The role of Allium species in the prevention of colorectal cancer
A herbal tea based on Traditional Asian Medicine alleviates insomnia – the results of a clinical study
Insomnia is a frequent symptom that affects life quality. In Europe, plants with well-established efficacy (valerian, valerian-hops combination) and from the traditional medicine (lemon balm, passion flower) are used to treat insomnia. Unlike other indications, plants of Asian origin are not … [Read more...] about A herbal tea based on Traditional Asian Medicine alleviates insomnia – the results of a clinical study
Obituary Professor Dr. Max Wichtl
With deepest regret ESCOP has to inform all members, friends and colleagues in phytotherapy that a doyen of research in the field of medicinal plants, Professor Dr. Max Wichtl, passed away on 30 July 2019 at the age of 94. He started his academic career at the University of Vienna, where – after his … [Read more...] about Obituary Professor Dr. Max Wichtl
Agrimoniae herba (Agrimony) – Online consultation
European Scientific Cooperative On Phytotherapy. ESCOP monographs The Scientific Foundation for Herbal Medicinal Products. Online series. Agrimoniae herba (Agrimony). Exeter: ESCOP; 2019. Download monograph (pdf) … [Read more...] about Agrimoniae herba (Agrimony) – Online consultation
Allii sativi bulbus (Garlic) – Online consultation
European Scientific Cooperative On Phytotherapy. ESCOP monographs The Scientific Foundation for Herbal Medicinal Products. Online series. Allii sativi bulbus (Garlic). Exeter: ESCOP; 2019. Download monograph (pdf) … [Read more...] about Allii sativi bulbus (Garlic) – Online consultation
Chamomillae romanae flos (Roman chamomile flower) – Online consultation
European Scientific Cooperative On Phytotherapy. ESCOP monographs The Scientific Foundation for Herbal Medicinal Products. Online series. Chamomillae romanae flos (Roman chamomile flower). Exeter: ESCOP; 2019. Download monograph (pdf) … [Read more...] about Chamomillae romanae flos (Roman chamomile flower) – Online consultation