The red clover plant is a wild herb with a variety of medicinal uses. Naturally rich in antioxidants and other nutrients, it is often used to make a cleansing herbal tea or mixed with lemonade to help flush out toxins from the body. But aside from its ability to detoxify the body, red clover is also known for its skin-soothing … Continue reading Survival medicine: Relieve dry skin with this red clover salve
Olive Leaf Extract Benefits: Brain, Heart, Immune System, & More
Source: Olive Leaf Extract Benefits: Brain, Heart, Immune System, & More by Dr. Edward Group Any time you pass along the proverbial olive branch — a sign of peace and forgiveness — you’re metaphorically passing along an ancient plant, Olea europaea. From this plant, we get olives — and olive oil. But did you know that the humble … Continue reading Olive Leaf Extract Benefits: Brain, Heart, Immune System, & More
Can this summer lawn weed help protect you from cervical cancer? Researchers say YES
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is a common garden weed that’s consumed as a vegetable because of its high nutrient content. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), purslane is used to remove toxic heat and substances from the body. It is also used to treat dysentery, eczema, hemorrhoidal bleeding and abnormal uterine bleeding. In a recent study, researchers at Heilongjiang August First Land … Continue reading Can this summer lawn weed help protect you from cervical cancer? Researchers say YES
A natural treatment for superbugs, thanks to traditional remedies from Cameroon
The use of traditional medicine is prevalent in many developing countries, thanks to it being accessible and reliable, as well as affordable. Of the many ailments traditional remedies address, infectious diseases caused by fungal or bacterial pathogens are among the most common. In Cameroon, a large portion of the population considers natural remedies as their primary source … Continue reading A natural treatment for superbugs, thanks to traditional remedies from Cameroon
Which plants are effective at treating kidney diseases?
Plant-based foods are much better at promoting health than animal-based foods for a variety of reasons. Besides their abundance in essential nutrients, edible plants also contain a variety of phytonutrients that help combat or treat disease. The ability of these plants to produce antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and other therapeutic compounds serves as their main advantage over conventional medicines, which … Continue reading Which plants are effective at treating kidney diseases?
What Does Detox Tea Do? What to Use & Avoid — With Recipes!
Source: What Does Detox Tea Do? What to Use & Avoid — With Recipes! by Dr. Edward Group It’s no secret that black and herbal teas offer many health benefits.[1] Some people consume teas to detox the body. However, many of these so-called detox teas, particularly those with Senna or Cascara, contain ingredients that act as harsh laxatives and … Continue reading What Does Detox Tea Do? What to Use & Avoid — With Recipes!
5 Benefits that make aloe vera fantastic for skin health
Aloe vera gel is a natural moisturizer and it is commonly used as an ingredient in various skin care products. From fighting acne to soothing inflamed skin, here are five health benefits of this amazing succulent plant. Using aloe vera gel as a home remedy Aloe vera stems store water. To survive in tropical climates, the plant … Continue reading 5 Benefits that make aloe vera fantastic for skin health
CBD oil: A miracle oil that relieves anxiety without causing a high
Anxiety is truly one of the greatest afflictions of our time. Many of the so-called “conveniences” that are supposed to make modern life easier and more enjoyable, including the Internet, social media, emails, WhatsApp, etc., invade our lives, leaving us little time to disconnect and maintain a state of calm. We are left feeling anxious … Continue reading CBD oil: A miracle oil that relieves anxiety without causing a high
6 Natural ways to strengthen the immune system amid the coronavirus outbreak
The immune system is the body’s first line of defense against infection and disease. A healthy immune system can identify pathogens and distinguish these from the body’s cells. However, a weak immune system caused by poor nutrition and lifestyle choices can make the body susceptible to infections, like the coronavirus that is currently ravaging the world. … Continue reading 6 Natural ways to strengthen the immune system amid the coronavirus outbreak
Homesteader tips: 5 Ways to extend your gardening season
If you want to grow crops throughout the year – without worrying about the frost killing them, there are numerous ways to broaden your growing season by weeks, months or even indefinitely, regardless of how chilly it gets. (h/t to PreparednessMama.com) 1. Choose the right plants Pick plants that will yield produce in the amount of … Continue reading Homesteader tips: 5 Ways to extend your gardening season
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