Native Americans and settlers from Europe have used evening primrose. This is a wildflower that grows in the central and eastern parts of North America. It’s not just used for food, but today, its flowers are cold-pressed to extract oil which is also used for supplements. It’s an oil rich […]
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Life-Changing Gift from a Kind Customer Moves This Starbucks Barista to Tears
Sometimes, even a small act of kindness can make a huge difference. And, thanks to the internet, we often see the positive influence that kind acts have on people’s lives. One such random act of kindness left this Starbucks barista in tears of joy. In a viral video shared by […]
This Plant from a Single Seed Is Now 77 Sq Miles Wide & the World’s Largest
Some 4500 years ago, one seed from two different species of seagrass was lodged in a spot between today’s Shark Bay, off the coast of West Australia. Since it was relatively undisturbed by humans, scientists have now found that the seed has grown to be the biggest plant on the […]
Wintergreen Oil Offers Amazing Health Benefits for the Immunity, Muscles, and Digestion
This oil, extracted from the leaves of the Gaultheria procumbens evergreen plant is increasingly popular. Wintergreen oil is also known under the names checkerberry or easter teaberry. It’s been used for centuries by North American tribes for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The wintergreen trees produce big, red berries. The […]
Alpha Lipoic Acid Health Benefits: Helps Better Insulin Sensitivity & Fight Off Diabetes
Alpha lipoic acid is a type of antioxidant found in various plant foods. This compound is praised for its ability to destroy free radicals and slow down the process of aging. But, one of its most popular health benefits is the capacity to help in the treatment of diabetes. Our […]
5-Year-Old Italian Piano Prodigy Leaves Crowd in Awe during His Rendition of Mozart
Mozart is one of the most popular kid prodigies. He started writing compositions at the age of 5. Therefore, it’s more than fitting that a fellow young prodigy is bringing this classical musician’s compositions to life. The 5-year-old Italian piano prodigy Alberto C. Cingolani left the audience speechless during the […]
Roads Made of Recycled Tires Could Double their Durability in Hot Weather
The sun’s rays often damage asphalt roads in different ways. UV rays make the pavement weaker and lead to cracks, uneven surfaces, and water seepage. When the temperatures drop down, the temperature difference furthers the cracking of the pavement and this is why we often see potholes at the end […]
Three Nutritious Banana Smoothies for Better Weight Loss
Bananas aren’t just tasty and abundant in potassium-they’re also great for fighting against inflammation and fluid retention. When combined with other foods that speed up the burning of fat like spinach and flaxseed in smoothies, you won’t just get energized, but also contribute to a more efficient weight loss. Bananas: […]
DIY Green Tea, Pineapple & Cinnamon Drink for Better Weight Loss
Boasting a delicious formula, this pineapple, and cinnamon green tea will help you boost your weight loss efforts in plenty of ways. It will help in appetite management, body detox, and enrich the body with antioxidants. This tea is abundant in water and it’s an awesome diuretic that is great […]
Magnets Made by Soil Bacteria Hopeful for Treatment of Breast & Prostate Cancer
This team of scientists developed magnetically-directed microscopic projectiles that can be injected into the blood of patients and fight against cancer. The team from Sheffield University bases the finding on two crucial medical fields. First, there are viruses that attack tumors. Second, there are soil bacteria that produce magnets that […]