The ESCOP Blog
Advice, science and well-being: everything you need to know about natural superfoods and our supplements.
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Basil: benefits, dosage and precautions
Basil (lhbaq) is an aromatic and medicinal plant found in homes all over Morocco. Its benefits, composition, infusion dosage and the precautions…
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Devil’s claw (Harpagophytum): benefits, dosage and precautions
Devil’s claw (harpagophytum) is studied for joint pain. Composition, proven benefits, harpagoside dosage and contraindications.
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Prickly pear: benefits, dosage and precautions
The prickly pear, Morocco’s iconic fruit: composition, digestive and antioxidant benefits, dosage of the fruit and seed oil, and precautions.
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Senna (Sana Makki): benefits, dosage and precautions
Senna (sana makki) is a powerful plant-based laxative. Benefits, active compounds, recommended dosage and the precautions to know before any use.
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Cardamom: benefits, dosage and precautions
Cardamom, a digestive and respiratory spice much loved in Morocco: composition, benefits, recommended dosage and precautions for use.
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Pumpkin seeds: benefits, dosage and precautions
Pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, magnesium and phytosterols. Discover their benefits, the recommended daily dosage and the precautions you should know.
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Castor oil: benefits, dosage and precautions
Castor oil, rich in ricinoleic acid, nourishes dry hair, lashes and skin. Benefits, how to use it, dosage and the precautions you…
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Myrtle: benefits, dosage and precautions
Myrtle (rihan) is an iconic Moroccan medicinal plant, valued for its respiratory, digestive and antiseptic properties. Discover its benefits, dosage and precautions…
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Sesame (Jeljlane): benefits, dosage and precautions
Sesame (jeljlane) is an oilseed rich in calcium, lignans and healthy fatty acids. Discover its benefits, the recommended dosage and the precautions…
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Echinacea: benefits, dosage and precautions
Echinacea is the go-to plant for supporting the immune system. Discover its active compounds, benefits, recommended dosage and precautions for use.
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Astragalus: benefits, dosage and precautions
Discover the benefits of astragalus for immunity and energy, along with its recommended dosage and precautions for use.
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St John’s wort: benefits, dosage and precautions
St John’s wort is a medicinal plant known for supporting mood and relaxation. Discover its benefits, dosage and, above all, its precautions…