Basil
Basil’s essential oils — eugenol, linalool and rosmarinic acid — give it anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties beyond its culinary role.
26 July 2026
THE COLLECTION
Health Benefit: Immune Support
Every entry in this collection — sourced, checked and written to be read.
Elderberry
Elderberry is one of the best-studied natural remedies for upper respiratory infections, with anthocyanins and polyphenols that reduce cold duration.
26 July 2026
Guava
Guava is one of the most vitamin-C-dense common fruits, with roughly four times more vitamin C than oranges per 100 g.
26 July 2026
Lime
Lime combines vitamin C, citric acid and flavonoids for immunity and digestion, and historically prevented scurvy in British sailors.
26 July 2026
Lemon
Lemon combines vitamin C, citric acid and flavonoids for immunity and digestion, but the acid erodes enamel — dilute and use a straw.
26 July 2026
Papaya
Papaya combines the digestive enzyme papain with exceptional beta-carotene and vitamin C content for digestive and immune health.
26 July 2026
Oregano
Carvacrol and rosmarinic acid make oregano one of the most antioxidant-rich herbs, with documented antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects.
26 July 2026
Parsley
Weight for weight one of the most nutrient-dense greens available, parsley delivers exceptional vitamin K and vitamin C in tiny servings.
26 July 2026
Thyme
Thymol gives thyme documented antimicrobial and antitussive effects, making it a traditional remedy for coughs and respiratory infections.
26 July 2026
Pumpkin
Pumpkin flesh is one of the richest sources of beta-carotene, and the seeds supply zinc and magnesium for immune and muscle health.
26 July 2026
Carrot, Lentil & Ginger Soup
A golden, warming soup that costs pennies and tastes like more: sweet carrots and red lentils cooked down
2 July 2026
Kiwi, Orange & Ginger Immune Smoothie
A bright, tart smoothie built around vitamin C: two kiwis and an orange blitzed with creamy Greek yogurt,
2 July 2026