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Herbal teas have been used for centuries to boost people’s health and wellbeing, often as the first and sometimes the only medicine available. The teas abound in health benefits, are relaxing and calming and can be used in any season. For many of us there’s nothing nicer on a cold day than a soothing cup [...]
Most of us know parsley as a tasty addition to meals but the truth is this green leafy herb packs some powerful health benefits as both the leaves and roots have medicinal properties. In fact, parsley has so many nutrients that eating it is almost like taking a multivitamin, antioxidant and mineral supplement - one [...]
Gotu kola - aka 'botox in a bottle' Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) is a native herb of South Africa, India and Sri Lanka which has been a major herb used in Ayurvedic medicine for the last 3,000 years. Its leafy greens are an important food source in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Thailand. Leaves are used [...]
Overuse of antibiotics is a real issue these days resulting in, among others, gut damage impairing digestion and absorption as well as, paradoxically, also causing damage to our immune system located in the gut. It's estimated around 90% of the immune system is found in and around the gut. Fortunately, there are a number of [...]
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a native of Europe and Western and Central Asia and its medicinal properties have been appreciated for centuries. Its flowers, berries, leaves and bark were traditionally used for treating colds, flu, nasal congestion, sore throat, cough, hay fever, wounds, eye infections, muscle pain and many other ailments. Elderberry boosts the immune [...]
In this post I talk about the many health benefits of removing impurities from the drinking water, and gravity water filters that are a great, portable option to utilise as main purified water sources at home and work. These very effective filters don't need any special plumbing or electricity connection, so you'll save money as [...]
Being well hydrated is not all about drinking water but also the foods you eat. Eating fresh, whole, raw, organic fruits and vegetables will help to keep your body hydrated and supply good levels of electrolytes. A high water content fruit or vegetable will also provide your body with water in a pure and easily [...]
Make your own powerful antibiotic and anti-inflammatory tonic! I have a great tried and tested fire cider tonic recipe for you on the blog today. Fire cider tonic is a potent traditional remedy to warm up the body during cold winter weather and support immunity during the cold and flu season. It’s brilliant in preventing [...]
Successfully overcoming skin issues such as eczema, acne or psoriasis can be a problem for quite a few people, especially women and girls of all ages. In this post, I describe and discuss a remarkable clinical case of significant improvements or complete resolution of a number of symptoms including long-term eczema, bloating, gut pain, fatigue [...]
Why can't I lose weight? Have you been asking yourself this question for a while? The truth is, you CAN lose weight and keep it off. Losing weight doesn't need to feel like a big struggle with no end in sight. As we know by now, there’s no magic potion for effortless weight loss, but there [...]
