Coconut oil may be the biggest casualty of the bad press generated decades ago in response to a series of misunderstood animal studies. It’s a shame, as 40 per cent of coconut oil is lauric acid, which is present in breast milk, but otherwise scarce...
Aloe vera and honey are the better known alternative remedies for burns. Aloe vera’s moisturising, anti-inflammatory and mildly antiseptic effects are well recognised (J Med Assoc Thai, 2000; 83: 417-25; Adv Drug React Toxicol Rev, 2001; 20: 89-103)...
Echinacea is among the best known supplements and has been touted in people for helping in the recovery from a variety of illnesses, especially the cold and the flu. Echinacea is usually prescribed as an immune-boosting supplement for pets.