Herbal and traditional medicine in Gozo

Abstract

There is no doubt about the natural beauty of the Island of Gozo. As some people call it, it’s a diamond in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. Apart from its importance for tourism, gastronomy, culture and rural environment, Gozo has also a hidden secret. This is the secret of Herbal and Natural Medicine that has been used successfully though the years especially by some local farmers that acquired this precious information through the years. One of the most famous names in Gozo is Francis Xavier Mercieca, more commonly known as Frenċ tal-Għarb, a gentleman that used herbs to heal people. I have admired greatly Frenċ tal-Għarb, both for his simple life, humbleness as well as his vast knowledge in natural medicine and spirituality.