Known about and widely valued for literally thousands of years, the health benefits of pomegranate juice are still being discussed, tested and enjoyed to this very day. In fact, the popularity of the pomegranate and its juice indicate that the health benefits of pomegranate juice may be even more popular today than ever before. Native to and cultivated originally in the Middle East and Asia, the pomegranate and its long-living trees have spread out to Eastern Asia, Europe, Africa, and even North America and South America. The thick peel and internal white pulp membrane hold and protect the delicious arils or seed casings…
Natural Cures For Insomnia
May 17, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
Insomnia can affect anyone no mater their age, or gender. Insomnia can occur at any time during a person’s lifetime. Having a hard time getting to sleep can not only be frustrating, but can be dangerous as well. A lack of sleep can cause a person to have a diminished attention span, slower reaction time, […]
Health Benefits of Drinking White Tea
May 13, 2014 by · 11 Comments
Tea has been enjoyed for millennia by cultures all around the world and used for medicinal purposes as well. Scientific research in recent decades has shown that drinking tea is actually very healthy. Most of the research has been on green tea, and many people are well aware of green tea’s antioxidant power. However, white tea has often been underreported and many people are not familiar with the health benefits of drinking white tea. The following paragraphs will outline more about this lesser known tea and how it can contribute to good health…
What are the health benefits of garlic?
May 11, 2014 by · 2 Comments
Bad breath and deterring vampires isn’t the only thing garlic should be known for. Garlic, the number one herbal supplement used in U.S. households, has numerous uses and health benefits. Excellent for cooking, health and home remedies, garlic can easily be grown in most climates. The extremely versatile herb has been utilized throughout history as a natural remedy. In ancient times it was acknowledged as a remedy to treat many ailments including, flatulence, intestinal disorders, skin infections, and symptoms of aging. During the middle ages the herb was ground up and applied directly to the wound to prevent the spread of infection. Greeks were known to feed garlic to their athletes before they compete in Olympic events.
How to pick a ripe pineapple
May 9, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
Recently we took a trip to the grocery store trying to find a ripe pineapple, but I quickly realized I had no idea how to tell what was ripe and what wasn’t!
Bee Venom Therapy for skincare and other ailments
May 7, 2014 by · 2 Comments
Bee sting therapy, also known as bee venom therapy (BVT) is an alternative medicine that has been around for thousands of years. The ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and Chinese practiced apitherapy, which includes the use of beehive products such as honey, pollen, royal jelly and propolis, as well as bee venom, in the treatment of diseases. Ancient apitherapists treated arthritis, rheumatism, back pain and skin diseases. Modern practice also includes treatment for multiple sclerosis, Lyme disease, tendinitis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyositis and chronic fatigue syndrome.
How to prevent cancer by eating good food and avoiding chemicals
May 5, 2014 by · 3 Comments
What does your body need from food to help keep cancer at bay? Nutrients. So many packaged foods, fruits and vegetables included, have been stripped of vital nutrients. Look for locally grown and organic produce, and look for things in their whole and complete state (i.e. not processed). These can be foods like apples, potatoes, celery and even chicken legs. Focus on cooking at home with ingredients like these, as you don’t know what restaurants are cooking with.
