Herbs

Herbs are among the most widely used tools in traditional food-and-plant traditions. In this section, we focus on how people actually use herbs in daily routines: preparation methods, taste and form factors (capsules, powders, teas), and the kinds of questions to ask before adding something new.

You’ll see two lenses throughout our articles:

• Traditional African Perspective: cultural context, preparation styles, and how herbs fit into broader routines.
• Modern Research: what studies tend to measure, common limitations, and how to interpret outcomes responsibly.

This category is built for clarity and consistency:

• Clear definitions (what a plant is, which part is used)
• How to read labels and ingredient lists
• How to compare forms (whole herb vs. extract)
• Non-claim language only

If you’re looking for products, start in our Herbal Supplements section for ingredient transparency and simple, on-page checkout.