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Arnica is known as a powerhouse plant that helps bruises disappear faster and relieves pain. Its healing power is so strong that it has been regarded for centuries as a secret weapon of traditional medicine. Yet not everyone knows that it also carries risks. What really lies behind this medicinal plant and why shouldn’t it always be used without caution?

This plant is an indispensable helper during the cold season: its healing power is used for colds and respiratory infections to stimulate the body’s own defences against viruses and bacteria. How does Echinacea work and how can you benefit from it?

What was once considered a mere metabolic end product has long since found its firm place in modern medicine and cosmetics: urea. This natural moisturiser, especially popular in skin creams, is one of the oldest active ingredients used for dry skin. What is special about this substance and how is it used?