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Thyme: The Humble Herb with Healing Power
Thyme is one of those herbs that just feels like home.
We all grew up with it in our kitchens—dried in little jars, bought from the supermarket, and sprinkled into almost every savoury dish. It was common, familiar, and so very ordinary… or so I thought.
That changed after a remarkable experience in Jamaica.

Lucille Fifield
Jun 43 min read
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Feverfew: The Pungent Powerhouse You’ll Want in Your Garden
I first met feverfew while weeding—its strong smell caught my attention, but a neighbour told me it was a powerful herb for migraines. Since then, I’ve kept it close, even bringing a pot with me to Leeming Garth Manor. Though it grows like a weed, its daisy-like flowers brighten the garden and its benefits are impressive: from easing headaches to supporting immunity and even helping in cancer research, feverfew is small but mighty.

Lucille Fifield
May 263 min read
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Oregano: More Than a Flavour – A Natural Healer
From Weeds to Wonder: A Fragrant Surprise in Our Garden
When we arrived at Leeming Garth Manor, I noticed a raised bed overrun with what looked like weeds. As I began weeding, a rich, familiar scent stopped me. I crushed a leaf, tasted it—Oregano! What I nearly discarded was actually a fragrant, healing herb growing in abundance. This unexpected discovery reminded me how nature’s pharmacy often lies hidden in plain sight, waiting to be embraced.

Lucille Fifield
May 43 min read
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Manna House Hearty Granola
Naturally sweet, oil-free, and nourishing — a crunchy favourite for breakfast or a wholesome meal on the go. A naturally sweet, oven- or...

Lucille Fifield
Apr 223 min read
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Sage: More Than Just a Christmas Herb
Sage: the simple herb that has profound health benefits.

Lucille Fifield
Apr 203 min read
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Hawthorn: The Heart's Herbal Helper
A Natural Remedy for High Blood Pressure and Circulation Support Harvesting young hawthorn leaves in April At Manna House, we’re...

Lucille Fifield
Apr 134 min read
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Deliciously Nutritious: Cooking with Stinging Nettles
In my previous blog post, I delved into the intriguing world of stinging nettles—often overlooked, yet brimming with remarkable...

Lucille Fifield
Apr 93 min read
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Unlocking the Health Benefits of the Potent Stinging Nettle
April holds a special place in my heart. It's not just the vibrant display of daffodils and bluebells painting the landscape, nor the...

Lucille Fifield
Apr 6, 20243 min read
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Who Wants Perfect Health?
I have asked the question, ‘Who wants Perfect Health?’ to over a thousand people and the response invariably has been all hands raised. I...

Lucille Fifield
Feb 17, 20247 min read
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Why Are We So Sick?
Find out the underlying cause of our problems

Lucille Fifield
Jan 22, 20213 min read
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Finding Rest in Stress: Part 2
Changing your thoughts can change your world...

Lucille Fifield
Jan 15, 20213 min read
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Finding Rest in Stress: Part 1
Feeling overwhelmed? During this time of global uncertainty, discover how you can find 'rest' in the stress

Lucille Fifield
Oct 12, 20203 min read
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Want to Boost Your Immunity?
Then why not try Garlic? Garlic has been used for thousands of years as medicine. Literally hundreds of studies confirm garlic, with its...

Lucille Fifield
Apr 16, 20201 min read
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Influenza Natural Remedies
Key Fact Millions of people get influenza - ‘flu'- every year, with the majority making a swift recovery without long-term complications....

Lucille Fifield
Apr 16, 20204 min read
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