A keystone in Ayurveda, Ashwagandha has been used to combat stress, boost energy levels, and improve concentration for more than 3,000 years. It is a small, yellow flowered shrub, native to India and North Africa. Ashwagandha is most often used in the form of extracts or powders, ground from the roots and leaves of the […]
Argan Oil Extracted from the seeds of Argan nuts, Argon oil is native to Morocco and now used around the world for both culinary and health purposes. It can be found in a wide range of beauty products. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, taken in oral supplements and mixed into a variety of different
Allspice A popular healthy and aromatic herb, allspice used in a plethora of dishes from different cultures. It is often used to prevent flatulence, as a carminative. Allspice is utilized as a gastrointestinal tonic and aromatic stimulant. As a result, it is widely used to treat stomach aches, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and indigestion. There is
Widely used for its herbaceous flavor and aroma, oregano is a powerful antioxidant. Due to the high level of antioxidants in oregano, it is suggested that it may contain anti-cancer properties. Helping to rid the body of free radicals, it is a great addition to one’s diet. According to recent studies, oregano is abundant in
Known for its quality as a building material and fuel source as a burning material, white oak has a variety of health benefits, some of which have been utilised for centuries. There is an extremely high amount of tannins in white oak bark, for this reason, as well as its anti-bacterial properties, white oak is
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Tumeric is embeded in the food of many different cultures around the world, it is also highly regarded for its numerous health benefits. Tumeric has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. One of the main beneficial compounds present in tumeric is curcumin, one of the curcuminoids found in turmeric. Curcumin is the backbone behind turmeric’s anti-inflammatory
The saw palmetto has been used in folk medicine by the Mayans and Native Americans for its abundance of health benefits. It is used in modern times as well, as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments. Saw palmetto has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Recent studies have shown promising results indicating that it could
The use of sage dates to ancient times, for spiritual cleansing, addressing snakebites, and promoting female fertility; however, it is still renowned to this day for its medicinal benefits and culinary uses. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-bacterial properties, many nutrients, and a variety of uses. Sage is used as a spice, tea, infusion, pressed oil,
Rosemary is a versatile culinary herb used in many different cuisines; meanwhile, it has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-viral, and anti-bacterial properties. Medicinally, it is best known as a memory booster. Rosemary is believed to be a powerful anti-carcinogenic, and studies support that it helps to fight against tumors. Rosemary may reduce the risk of skin cancer
Rose hips typically develop after the pedals have begun to fall off. They are generally red-orange and referred to sometimes as the fruit of the rose. Rose hips are most renowned for their beneficial nutrients, they are particularly high in vitamin C. The most common methods of use include tea, dried or fresh fruit, and
