Ravintsara, or Cinnamomum camphora (in the Laurel family) is also referred to as “Madagascar camphor”, or simply the Camphor tree. It is found in Madagascar and has been used medicinally for millennia. The essential oil is non-skin irritating and non-sensitizing,...
There are a number of superfoods you already know and love. Whether it is berries, leafy greens or nuts, you have undoubtedly heard of their superb nutrient density and their overall benefits for your health. But what about spirulina? While it has been dubbed a...
We all know the holiday’s can be a stressful time of year, even if they are filled with festive cheer. For those that participate in holiday gift-giving, finding the perfect gifts for loved ones without breaking the bank can be a daunting task. That is why we are here...
Recently, turmeric has been receiving a lot of praise due to the health potentials of its bio-active compound, curcumin. Turmeric has been used in India for thousands of years as a spice and medicinal herb but lately, it’s gotten more traction in Western culture as...
Most research that has been conducted and published on the microbiome has been within the past five years! That is not much time at all, meaning we actually understand very little about it and there is much more to be found out. Some of the research that has been...
In recent years probiotics have been gaining a lot of attention as scientists are finding that they may be instrumental to the prevention of certain infectious diseases, chronic inflammatory non-communicable diseases (NCDs), metabolic conditions, immune disorders, as...
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