1 Examples are morphine and heroin. 2  Worldwide, an estimated 69 000 people die from opioid overdose each year.  There are an estimated 15 million people who suffer from opioid dependence (i.e. an addiction to opioids).
Berberine is a natural alkaloid found in a wide variety of traditional herbs including goldenseal, barberry and Oregon grape. Many herbalists credit this unique alkaloid for the benefits of ancient herbal tonics used by native populations throughout the world.
The photo shows olive oil, pressed from Morocco's indigenous olives, being added to grated tomatoes to prepare a classic Kefta Mkaouara (Meatball) Tagine. Moroccan pantries typically have ample supplies of olive oil and vegetable oil, both of which are used liberally in cooking.