ANCIENT FUTURES

The Chinese, Indians, Native Americans and ancient Egyptians were all herbalists, using natural remedies to cure the sick. And now it seems more of us – especially mindful millennials – are turning to Mother Nature to help remedy ailments, from joint pain to sleep problems. So-called ‘alternative’ medicine is finally mainstream – 70% of 25 to 34-year-olds say they would like their healthcare practitioner to recommend natural medicines alongside pharmaceuticals.