Long before modern medicine, communities across Africa and around the world relied on herbs, roots and plants not just to treat illness, but to promote health and wellbeing. Today, science is increasingly examining what traditional healers have known for generations—that many everyday herbs contain powerful compounds with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and immune- supporting properties. From rosemary and thyme to ginger, garlic and turmeric, could the ingredients sitting in our kitchens be doing far more than adding flavour to our meals? And how can we harness their benefits safely and effectively? Joining us this evening is Dr Caren Hauptfleisch, a registered phytotherapist and herbalist at Spier Wines.

<p>Long before modern medicine, communities across Africa and&nbsp;around the world relied on herbs, roots and plants not just to treat&nbsp;illness, but to promote health and wellbeing. Today, science is&nbsp;increasingly examining what traditional healers have known for&nbsp;generations&mdash;that many everyday herbs contain powerful&nbsp;compounds with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and immune-&nbsp;supporting properties. From rosemary and thyme to ginger, garlic&nbsp;and turmeric, could the ingredients sitting in our kitchens be doing far&nbsp;more than adding flavour to our meals? And how can we harness&nbsp;their benefits safely and effectively? Joining us this evening is Dr&nbsp;Caren Hauptfleisch, a registered phytotherapist and herbalist at&nbsp;Spier Wines.</p>

<p>METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope </p>