Go for the chilli burn

Red chillies can help keep hunger pangs at bay say scientists from Purdue University. The reason? Capsaicin, a compound in red chillies, can help curb appetite and boost calorie burn after meals, especially if they are not part of your normal diet.

What's in your medicine cabinet? Take our survey to find out how much you know about what you are taking

Subscribe to our e-newsletter

For the latest herb facts, news and updates, subscribe to our free e-newsletter.

Quiz

Want to be a herb know-all? Study our Herb File, put your mind to this quiz and watch your score soar to eight out of eight!

Our experts

Our panel of experts are here to provide help and advice on your herb-related queries.

Readers' questions

Letters from our readers and answers from our experts!

Do you have a problem?

If you have a problem why not ask one of our experts for some advice?