Tag: immune system
4 Health Promoting Properties of Plantain Leaves
No, we're not talking about the starchy cousin of the banana (which has its own health benefits, but that's for another article), we're talking...
5 Benefits of Adventure Travel Plus Trip Ideas
If you've ever thought about considering adventure travel for your next vacation, there are many reasons to go ahead and take the leap. If...
5 Reasons to Love Aloe Vera – The Medicinal Superfood
Cleopatra and Nefertiti, two Egyptian Queens incorporated Aloe vera into their beauty regime to keep their skin soft and supple.
Pedanius Dioscorides (circa 40-90 AD)...
The Ancient Art of Reflexology and What You Can do Yourself
Reflexology has been used for centuries to promote healing and wellness. It is much more than a massage, with its closest healing modality kin...
More Exercise Equals Less Sickness: Here’s Why
Once again the dreaded cold and flu season is among us in full force. It seems like no matter where you go there is...
The Healing Powers of Frankincense and Myrrh
Many of this season's songs and stories feature two famous resins, frankincense and myrrh, that have been used in spiritual ceremonies and for their...
In the News: Flesh Eating Bacteria Puts Man in Coma
It’s rare enough to contract necrotizing fasciitis, otherwise known as “flesh-eating bacteria.” But a 44-year-old man recently came down with an extremely rare case...
Strengthen Your Immune System and Fight Infection with Jujubes
Jujubes - the fruit, NOT the candy - are relatively unknown in the west, although they have been cultivated for over 4,000 years in...
Detox Your Liver and Reduce Inflammation with Cumin
Cumin, a key flavor in many Indian, Mexican and Middle Eastern dishes, is one of the most popular household spices around. Besides being a...
4 Reasons to Have Bone Broth for Breakfast
"Good broth will resurrect the dead" - South American Proverb
Sure, we know it may not sound like your average breakfast, but flooding your body...