In Ayurveda, an herbal remedy made from the giloy plant also known as tinospora or guduchi has been often referred to as the root of immortality. This herb is praised for its anti-inflammatory properties and is considered an excellent immunity booster against a long list of health issues, including colds, […]
Plants & Herbs
Lion’s Mane Mushroom: A Potential Brain-Boosting & Cancer-Fighting Powerhouse
This mushroom looks a lot like a lion’s scruff, hence the interesting name. It’s a potential healing powerhouse. It’s actually been associated with anti-cancerous properties and carries significant benefits for the brain. Popular in traditional Chinese medicine, this nootropic food is praised for its brain-boosting capacity and there has been […]
Leicester Is Turning Its Bus Stops into Green Roof Pollinator Gardens for Bees
With the bee population declining at an alarming rate, a lot of countries are looking for potential solutions that will help protect them. Bees are vital for our ecosystem and the UK city of Leicester has a unique plan under the way. As part of the city’s initiative to go […]
These Crops Are Going Extinct due to Climate Change
We’ve all seen those heartbreaking photos of emaciated polar bears in the Arctic, slumped at ice platforms-they’re the perfect depiction of global warming. But bears aren’t the only ones that suffer from the increase in temperatures. In fact, a lot of plants, including some of our favorite crops, seem to […]
Who Needs Plastic Cups when You Can Serve Delicious Ice Cream in Banana Leaves
Erik Solheim is a Norwegian diplomat who shared a photo of an ice cream cup made from banana leaves and the internet was very fond of the idea. He saw the photo elsewhere and was amazed by the idea. This type of ice cream cup is an effort to reduce […]
5 Must-Have Herbs for Your Fall Garden to Thrive
Although spring is a more traditional planting season for a lot of plants from our garden, late summer and fall are also excellent planting times for certain perennials, shrubs, trees, and herbs. When it comes to herbs, there are really some awesome ones to plant in fall, including annuals, biennials, […]
The Best Cooling Herbs to Enjoy in Late Summer
It’s summer and it’s very hot. The extreme heat is taking a toll on us-with many people feeling tired, struggling with headaches, or even worse-sweating through your shirts before lunchtime is very common. But, wait for a second; before you get up and turn up the A/C (and also your […]
Top 10 Spices & Herbs to Unclog Your Arteries & Prevent a Heart Attack
Atherosclerosis happens when fatty deposits accumulate along the arterial walls. This is also known as clogged or hardened arteries. This condition makes the arteries narrower and diminishes the blood flow to the heart and other parts of the body. Unfortunately, atherosclerosis is one of the major reasons for heart illness […]
Liver Detox: just 1 Glass per Day to Support Your Liver Cleanse Naturally
Our liver is working 24/7 and it has numerous roles-from filtering toxins from the blood to balancing macronutrients and micronutrients and encouraging hormone regulation. And, most of the time, we don’t even know it’s working at all. To protect this important organ and lower your risk of liver illness, opt […]
Top 10 Herbs for Your Nerves (Calm Your Nervous System Naturally)
Thanks to these top 10 herbs for your nerves, you’ll be able to fight off chronic inflammation and body toxicity naturally and help your nervous system perform optimally! Our nervous system needs to be in a top-notch form: it controls the body and the output of a nerve impulse which […]