Since ancient times, the tea from the leaves of figs has been a common way to better the overall health. Many praise it for its ability to keep glucose under control, lower constipation, and better the lipid profile. The fig tree is part of the Moraceae family and it originates […]
Honeysuckle is a group of flowering vines or shrubs. Their seeds, berries, flowers, and leaves are commonly used for medicinal purposes. Honeysuckle is praised for its ability to help with swelling and alleviate viruses. It’s rich in essential oils and antioxidants like quercetin. People use it to relieve indigestion, boost […]
This lemon, garlic, and honey drink is an awesome natural tonic for stronger immunity. It’s perfect for people looking to naturally strengthen their immunity, whether after the flu or a cold or after therapy with antibiotics. The combination of honey, lemon, and garlic makes a potent DIY drink for an […]
Sugar apples are exotic fruits that have a sweet taste. You may know it as sugar pineapple, sweetsop, or custard apple. The most common name, sugar apple, maybe a bit deceiving since this fruit isn’t an actual apple. However, some use it as a replacement for apples in plenty of […]
Pandan or screwpine is an aromatic plant that is praised for its sweet and floral fragrance and its versatility. Its leaves are spiky and they grow in fan-shaped bunches, in tropical climates. Some varieties have fruits that look like red-orange pinecones. There are more than 600 types of it, although […]
Walmart recently announced that they’ve started investing in vertical farming. The international retailer and the single biggest company globally (by revenue and number of employees) invested in Plenty, an indoor vertical farm startup based in San Francisco. Walmart will stock up the leafy greens of the startup at all of […]
The biggest mistake we make after eating those pickles is throwing away the pickle juice. Believe it or not, there are more than dozens of ways to use it and all of these options are better than throwing it away! The next time you’re finished with the pickles, save the […]
French marigolds are amazing in planters, ornamental beds, or hanging baskets, but they also look amazing in veggie gardens. They’re in fact one of the best flowers to plant near your veggie garden. These marigolds aren’t Calendula or the African marigold. These are French marigolds and can do a lot […]
If you’re looking to enrich your garden, cherries, plums, apples, and other fruit trees are an awesome addition to an edible and lovely landscape. Fruit trees are amazing in every season. They’re a heartwarming display of aromatic blooms in spring and reward us with a dramatic foliage color in autumn. […]
This innovative, “smart” packaging may put an end to food poisoning, according to this group of scientists who invented it. The US and Singapore researchers claim this packaging can destroy harmful bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella, and listeria and thus, maintain the freshness of veggies, fruits, meat, and fish longer. […]
