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Albert Hofmann, father of drug LSD, dies in Switzerland - Newsday
GENEVA - Albert Hofmann, the father of the mind-altering drug LSD whose medical discovery inspired — and arguably corrupted — millions in the 1960s hippie generation, has died. He was 102. Hofmann died Tuesday at his home in Burg im Leimental, said

Albert Hofmann, 102 - Globe and Mail
GENEVA Albert Hofmann, the father of the mind-altering drug LSD whose medical discovery inspired and arguably corrupted millions in the 1960s hippie generation, has died. He was 102. Mr. Hofmann died Tuesday at his home in Burg im

Spring greens, herbs great match - Tacoma News Tribune
The arrival of true spring salad greens is always an exhilarating moment. After a long winter s yawn, the delicate leaves signal the start of lighter, more healthful meals. Spring greens usually a combination of mizuna, tatsoi, red oakleaf

The only message being sent is of cowardice and stupidity - Guardian Unlimited
Next week, we are reliably told, Gordon Brown will reclassify cannabis as a class B drug rather than a class C. This obscure decision, taken in defiance of the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs, is a vignette of modern British government. Brown

Health clinic for Mayas - Chicago Tribune
LOS ANGELES The Maya women sit patiently in the lobby of Clinica Oscar Romero, playing with their children and speaking in their native dialects of Kanjobal and Quiche. Idalia Xuncax knows all of the women. She is their guide, translator and

WAVY News 10 - San Francisco Examiner
Tornado Victims Get Extension To File State Taxes Residents who have been affected by Monday’s tornadoes will be granted a 30-day extension for filing Virginia state income tax returns and making payments, the Department of Taxation announced today

Inhibitory effect of herbal extracts against HCC and lung cancer cells - HULIQ.com
Several herbs with diversified pharmacological properties are known to be rich sources of chemical constituents that may have potential for the treatment of several human cancers. Data from the Department of Preclinical Science, Faculty of Medicine

Fines herbes: Spring’s zesty fab four - Los Angeles Times
CONSIDERING France is the country that gave the world the expression m nage trois , it’s probably not surprising that cooks there have defined ways to use herbs in multiples too. Three of these brilliant combinations will make cooking more

Unilever to hive off iconic British brands - Times Online
Iconic British brands such as Marmite and Pot Noodle are being spun off into a separate company by Unilever, raising the chances of the multinational selling them. Unilever is transferring 14 European food brands from Britain, France and Germany into

Father of mind-altering LSD takes final trip - MSNBC
NEW YORK - Albert Hofmann, the father of the mind-altering drug LSD whose medical discovery grew into a notorious “problem child,” died Tuesday. He was 102. Hofmann died of a heart attack at his home in Basel, Switzerland, according to Rick Doblin

Connie Aclin: Herbs, spices are great salt substitutes - The Shreveport Times
A friend with allergies recently requested an article about using herbs and spices to help season her foods since her physician has put her on a strict food diet of only fresh meats, fruits and vegetables and no salt. With spring and summer

How To Grow a tea garden - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Creating your own herbal tea can be a cinch with the right herbs. Here are some options for your garden: ANISE HYSSOP: Agastache foeniculum The leaves and flowers taste like licorice.

Health Wisdom - Hindustan Times
The best foods for summer are light, refreshing and, most importantly, those that keep you out of the hot kitchen. Among the top recommended foods for the summer would be watermelon, cucumber and mint among vegetables, and oranges, pineapples and

Chinese medicine: The secret to super skin? - MSNBC
Dashing the dreams of 50 other beauty queens, 26-year-old Texan Crystle Stewart captures the coveted title of Miss USA 2008. View photos from the competition. It s not yet May and I ve already found my favorite all-natural beauty product of 2008

Cures in the kitchen for diabetes - Star-Banner
Q: Last week I learned from your column that my medicine is derived from a reptile! I would like more information about the drug Byetta and some of its side effects. I would also like some natural remedies to try. - M.T., Boston, Mass. A: Byetta

Drink maker finds Coke its cup of tea - Chicago Tribune
Organic drink maker Honest Tea has built its business on a reputation as an eco-friendly company with a do-good mission. Now it is hoping to expand its cause with an unlikely partner: Coca-Cola . Honest Tea says that teaming up with Coca-Cola, which

Rosemary, thyme and other herbs and spices are essentials for home - MLive.com
Setting up a spice cabinet for the first time? Or just ready to spring-clean your old one? Here’s information on the herbs and spices that experts say are must-haves for every home cook. — Maria Noel Groves, Associated Press Basil Fresh basil is

‘Boot camp’ helps chronic pain sufferers cope - CNN
ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN) — Gayle Parseghian’s life changed while she and her husband were moving furniture into their new ski cabin in November of 2006. She strained her back. After attending “boot camp” for her back pain, Gayle Parseghian is back on

Considering Mistletoe As Cancer Treatment - eMaxHealth.com
For many people, mistletoe conjures up images of Christmas holidays, but in parts of Europe, mistletoe extract is widely used as a therapy for cancer patients. However, a new review of studies finds only weak evidence that the treatment provides any

The interview: Jon Hamm - Guardian Unlimited
There are many things to love about Mad Men. Its impeccable style - the suits, the martinis, the ashtrays. The lighting (fluorescent office, amber nightclub), the permanent halo of smoke, the way women wear corsetry to work and are revered and

Cruising the Amazon - Chicago Tribune
Life is everywhere in the upper Amazon wilderness. Life that creeps, life that crawls, life that slithers, sprouts, burrows, scurries and slinks — and dies. The dank odors of alternating rot and genesis rise from the mulching forest floor. My Deet

New York State Acupuncture Coalition, Inc. to Host Acupuncture Day on - Forbes
ALBANY, N.Y., April 28 /PRNewswire/ — The New York State Acupuncture Coalition, Inc. (NYSAC) will host Acupuncture Day on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at “The Well” in the Legislative Office Building in Albany. Officials

Cruising the Amazon - Chicago Tribune
Life is everywhere in the upper Amazon wilderness. Life that creeps, life that crawls, life that slithers, sprouts, burrows, scurries and slinks — and dies. The dank odors of alternating rot and genesis rise from the mulching forest floor. My Deet

Grapefruit juice vs. pharmaceuticals - Miami Herald
HEALTHY DIET: Some medications react adversely with grapefruit, which is otherwise a very healthy fruit. Q. My mother, 87, is somewhat forgetful but still lives on her own; she takes about a dozen prescription and over-the-counter medicines. Not long

Spirit of the game - Boston Globe
Think lacrosse, and the wild popularity of the sport, especially in the suburbs, is probably the first thing that comes to mind. The game’s origin, and its enduring link to local Native American tribes, probably is not. But that link is there, and

Get with the program - News.com.au
Reduce your carbon footprint at Six Senses Destination Spa, opening this month in Thailand. Everything served on your plate will be grown on the island or caught fresh from the surrounding ocean. Inside the eco-sensitive villas, guests have their own

Natural resources Edible and useful plants abound in the Northwest - Register-Guard
Scented geraniums come in a variety of flavors and fragrances, and both leaves and flowers are edible. Scented geranium leaves can be used in jellies, drinks and desserts. Almost everybody s heard of chamomile tea, but not everyone knows that the

Author has tips for growing herbs in a tiny basket or a giant garden - Register-Guard
Sorting out what to plant when, where and for what purpose can be daunting enough to paralyze the novice herb gardener from even getting started, but help can be found in a variety of books, including The Northwest Herb Lover s Handbook

Organic food on menu - Detroit Free Press
An increasing number of hotels are touting restaurants that offer organic and locally grown foods, much in the same way they would promote pillow-top mattresses and in-room wireless Internet. Chef Ryan Hardy, a 2008 James Beard “Best Chef” regional

Herbs add spice to life - Myrtle Beach Online
Sprigs of lemon balm drifted in the bottom of Cecelia Campbell’s homemade herbal tea, giving the ice-cold beverage that extra-special flavor of freshness. Campbell had just snipped the lemon balm from her back deck, which holds a bounty of fresh

How To Grow a tea garden - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Creating your own herbal tea can be a cinch with the right herbs. Here are some options for your garden: ANISE HYSSOP: Agastache foeniculum The leaves and flowers taste like licorice.

Garden Calendar - Philadelphia Inquirer
Thursday, May 1 Azalea Garden Party , fund-raiser to support garden’s upkeep, with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, raffle, live music, kids’ activities; 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fee: $125; $65 under age 35; free ages under 12; $10 additional at door; call or e

Herbs in the garden can provide a vital lesson - Salisbury Post
Herbs are a wonderful addition to any garden. They are one of the most rewarding kinds of plants to grow because of their versatility. They are used now, as they were thousands of years ago, for culinary purposes, fragrances, medicinal uses, dyes and