Holy basil, otherwise known as Tulsi, is known for its surprising therapeutic power when it comes to fighting the effects of stress, in order to maintain homeostasis in the body. The Tulsi plant has a rich and ancient history dating back at least 3,000 years ago to ancient India. It’s long been considered an “adaptogen”…
The humble tree has long protected humans from sickness and even death—and in the modern city, it’s still doing so. As global temperatures rise, so too does the “urban heat island effect”—the tendency for cities to absorb and hold on to the sun’s energy, which is a growing public-health crisis worldwide. On a small scale,…
I was watching some information on Youtube, and this came up in the feed. Suffering sinus congestion myself, I thought why not give this a watch, as I had a few minutes to spare. I sure wasn’t prepared for an instant result. If you are suffering from sinus congestion, stuffy nose, blocked nose, tinnitus and…
We know too well how important Vitamin D is to our health and wellbeing. A natural part of us! But there are times when Vitamin D can be depleted especially for those in Northern Hemisphere, as our Northern sunshine only gives us Vitamin D for part of the year. Vitamin D is important for health….
We all know how Curcumin, the yellow pigment obtained from the root of the Turmeric plant, has been used for centuries in food and cooking. Particularly popular in India and Asian countries, and also used in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine. But did you know – that according to a study published in September 2015, Turmeric…
Many people don’t realise how many health problems may be indirectly caused by not drinking adequate fresh water. Hopefully this article will help you to understand more about how important good quality water is for your health, along with how much water your body really needs per day. The majority of the human body is…
by John Staughton (BASc, BFA) full article on organicfacts.net Tulsi tea or holy basil tea has a wide range of health benefits that make it a popular beverage around the world. They include its ability to relieve stress, improve sleep patterns, regulate blood sugar, and prevent chronic diseases like cancer. It also helps protect respiratory…
Chris Minson, a professor of human physiology at the University of Oregon, conducts research on thermoregulation—the impact that extreme heat and cold have on the body. While most of his studies focus on the benefits of heat, he says there’s some evidence that a euphoric feeling may follow an acute cold immersion. However, he says…
I always get excited when I discover a scientific study which proves the benefits we already know exist for a natural remedy (natural medicine). The following scientific study was conducted in 2019 by American Society for Nutrition. Thanks guys! Abstract Zinc is an essential trace element that is crucial for growth, development, and the maintenance…
Most people don’t realize that the yellow weeds that pop up every spring and must be kept at bay for months are actually plants that have a number of powerful health benefits. In fact, people have been using dandelions in food for much of recorded history, including dandelion tea. Dandelion root is used in the…
