Aloe Vera is a succulent plant species which has been used in herbal medicine since the beginning of the first century AD. Aloe Vera is widely used in the cosmetics and holistic health industries due to its healing and rejuvenating abilities. If you are thinking about introducing a new houseplant …
One of my favorite snacks is dried figs. I buy my dried figs at local ethnic grocers, or at Whole Foods. I also enjoy fresh figs, but these are harder to come by here. There are many varieties of figs, which are grown in warm, …
Summer is here and it is a hot one in the southern states! One of my favorite foods to bring along on summer picnics is cantaloupe. It is so easy to dice up and toss into a bowl to take along. Or better yet, thread …
One of my favorite meals is Paella. I love yellow rice. Saffron is the spice that gives the rice its color (“saffron” means “yellow” in Arabic) and flavor in this yummy Spanish dish. Saffron has been prized throughout history for its medicinal properties, and …
The first step in solving a problem is recognizing that there is one! Most people understand that this our healthcare system is broken. People are getting sicker and sicker despite their medications, doctors are being paid off by the pharmaceutical companies, governments are mandating mandatory …
Essential Oils are becoming more & more mainstream everyday. People everywhere are turning to essential oils as a natural way to support the body, for household cleaning, for emotional support, and for so much more. As the popularity of essential oils has grown, people often wonder …
Turmeric is a spice that is best known for being used in curry. It has been used in India for many, many years as a spice and medicinal herb. Turmeric is a relative of ginger and is the spice that gives mustard its yellow color. Turmeric is a …
“Superfood” is a buzz word that flies around these days like crazy and is used to classify a lot of different foods. The Oxford Dictionary definition states a superfood is “a nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being”. There are really …
Coconut oil is an edible oil that is consumed throughout the world. The health benefits of coconut oil can affect your entire body, inside and out. Studies have shown that coconut oil can help our bodies mount resistance to both viruses and bacteria that can cause illness. Due to the …
