You are probably familiar with the earthy, nutty and spicy flavor of cumin seeds or ground cumin. After all, humans have been using cumin in culinary dishes since ancient times — but did you know that cumin seeds have also been used for a variety of medicinal purposes, from digestive issues to respiratory conditions? In…
Pau d'arco is native to South America, where it has been used to treat a wide range of conditions. There are reports of medicinal uses of pau d'arco tea dating back to 1873, and it was used in the Amazon rainforest as a "miraculous" healer for tumors with impressive anti-inflammatory effects. Pau d'arco, also called…
A lot of people think of lemon as nothing more than a simple garnish served alongside water at restaurants or a popular flavor for candies and desserts. Did you know that the lemon is actually loaded with vitamin C, antioxidants and health benefits? It's true — lemon nutrition benefits range from reducing the risk of…
If you've recently taken a course of antibiotics or you have a chronic condition that affects your immune system (such as autoimmune disease or diabetes), you have a higher likelihood of developing certain skin conditions, one of which is fungal acne. Fungal acne is a bit different than your run of the mill acne because…
As a common herbal treatment in traditional medicine practices for hundreds of years, borage oil has numerous uses — ranging from treating skin flare-ups to lowering pain. The most beneficial aspect of using borage oil, either topically on the skin or internally in capsule form, is that it has strong anti-inflammatory effects. Borage seed oil…
One of my favorite DIY skin masks is made using benefit-rich turmeric. Turmeric has been all the craze for dietary reasons but did you also know that it can also help your skin? Turmeric, traditionally known as Indian saffron because of its deep yellow-orange color, has been used throughout history as a condiment and textile dye. Turmeric…
Whiteheads aren't pretty, and most people make sure to "pop" them before showing their faces in public. Although they are very similar to blackheads, there's something about whiteheads that make us all avoid them however possible. Luckily, there are natural ways to prevent whiteheads or treat them if they're already occurring. Age-old remedies for acne…
Pre-poo might sound like something you do to aid digestion, and while it is done in the bathroom, it's a method that benefits the health of your hair, not your bowels. Pre-pooing is what you do before shampooing your hair in order to provide moisture and improve hair texture. By locking in hydration and strengthening…
[mwp_diet_calculator] This calculator is for informational purposes only. You should consult a healthcare professional before making any health decisions. Anyone who’s dieted before knows the truth: losing weight and keeping it off can often be hard. A recent study published in the journal Obesity found that changes in a person’s basal metabolic rate (BMR) — essentially,…
If you have an heirloom that’s been passed down in your family — jewelry, furniture, a piece of art — you know the appeal of things that are comfortable, familiar and reliable but at the same time beautiful and rich with history. This is part of the allure of heirloom vegetables. From tender Green Arrow…
