Ginger capsules: when whole-root powder beats the extract
Whole-root ginger powder keeps ginger's full mix of compounds, not just one. Here is when the whole root beats a standardised extract, and how to take it well.
5 herbs that cool the body when it's 35 degrees out
Five traditional herbs and drinks, led by Sri Lanka's Iramusu root, that help cool the body naturally when the heat climbs past 35C. Includes practical doses and one small daily habit to start with.
Passion fruit flowers: the calming garden herb your heart likes too
Passion fruit flowers are a calming garden herb: a 2024 trial raised sleep efficiency to 86.6%, and their polyphenols quietly support heart health too.
5 mistakes people make when starting a daily supplement routine
Five common mistakes people make starting a daily supplement routine, plus the fix for each: stacking too many at once, poor timing, ignoring digestion, quitting too early, and chasing a bigger dose.
5 Sri Lankan gut herbs, ranked by use case
Over 40% of people worldwide deal with a gut disorder. Here are 5 Sri Lankan gut herbs, from Beli to ginger, ranked by the exact problem each one solves.
Best supplements for women's vitality: 4 Ayurvedic herbs that earn their place
Moderate to severe menopause symptoms affect 34 to 40% of women. Here are 4 Ayurvedic herbs, led by Shatavari, that support women's energy, calm and balance.
Gotukola: the Sri Lankan herb for a calm, clear mind
Gotukola, Sri Lanka's traditional kola kenda green, is a mind herb prized for calm, steady focus. Here is what the science actually shows, who it suits, and how to take it.
What detox actually means (and what it does not)
Your liver and kidneys already detox you, filtering about 150 quarts of blood a day. Here is what detox really means, and what cleanses actually cannot do.
5 herbs that survived 3,000 years of being tested
Ashwagandha, Turmeric, Triphala, Neem and Iramusu have been used for thousands of years. Here is what the science says and how to actually use each one.
Hathawariya, the Sri Lankan root women reach for through change
Hathawariya (Shatavari) is Sri Lanka's traditional women's adaptogen. A 2025 trial found Shatavari root extract improved menopause and stress scores vs placebo.
How to start a 21-day liver and detox reset at home
Nearly 4 in 10 adults now have a fatty liver. Here is a gentle 21-day liver detox reset you can run at home, in three weekly phases with Sri Lankan herbs.
Garcinia: the Sri Lankan goraka for appetite control
Goraka, the souring agent in Sri Lankan kitchens, became the Garcinia supplement. Here is the honest version of what it does for appetite, the right dose, and who it actually suits.