Without doubt, nowadays, with more and more people are becoming aware of the importance of a healthy diet, so, we’re learning which foods are great choices for us and which aren’t. And, kale, legumes, chia seeds, and acai are often on our menus because they’re deemed as superfoods. Although all […]
Although you can’t find ashwagandha plants outside of Nepal and India everywhere, you can easily grow them in your garden. Also known as the Indian ginseng, this potent medicinal herb is one of the most popular ones in Ayrvedic medicine. It’s considered helpful for strength and vitality and herbalist promote […]
One thing is for sure- here at Best Folk Medicine, we enjoy eating and trying out international foods. And, meals from the whole world can be found in a lot of Americanized restaurants while a lot of foods have been co-opted by supermarket brands of processed food to the extent […]
Nowadays, we hear and read a lot about superfoods, but do we know what they stand for? Though not scientifically defined, superfood is an adjective used to describe foods that are considered superior in terms of health to other foods and are abundant in nutrients and consequently, good for our […]
Did you know that flaxseed has been consumed for approximately 6000 years and thus, are one of the world’s first grown superfoods? It is believed to be a potent superfood because of its amazing healing properties, i.e. flaxseed is abundant in omega-3s and antioxidants like lignans which are great for […]
Unfortunately, nowadays, most of us reach for over-the-counter NSAIDs like ibuprofen or aspirin to treat pain like headaches or backache. However, these meds are doing us more harm than good. When consumed in excessive amounts, they can harm the gut lining, impede the gut bacteria balance, and put you at […]
Ginger is without doubt one of the most popular superfoods these days. For centuries, this plant has been used for more than cooking, i.e. as a natural remedy for a long list of health problems. One such remedy is the one we have prepared for you in today’s article. This […]
Nowadays, the number of people struggling with surplus weight is on the rise. With this in mind, they are trying to find a useful and effective weight loss method. Of course, in order to efficiently lose weight and prevent a yo-yo effect, we need to make healthier diet choices and […]
Who does not love a warm and yummy soup during cold winter days, right? In addition to being a healthy comfort food, soups are also highly beneficial for the overall health. Homemade and veggie-based soups are abundant in important nutrients like minerals and vitamins and they can strengthen the immunity, […]
Protein,the celebrity among macronutrients, is essential in our body for a long list of processes. Often times, when we think about protein, we usually associate it with animal products; however, it is important to know that there are a lot of plant-based foods that are full of this amazing nutrient. […]