What if your body had a shield that repelled the stressors that send you into meltdown mode? Well, that’s precisely what plants and herbs known as adaptogens have done for thousands of years (although Soviet scientists didn’t coin the term until the 1960s). Since then, research has shown that adaptogenic herbs have even more benefits […]
LEARN HOW TO GARDEN BY THE MOON’S PHASES Gardening by the Moon is a great way to plan your garden. Many people follow the age-old practice of planting by the Moon’s phase for a healthier, more productive garden. Gardening by the Moon is a growing trend, but the technique isn’t anything new. Gardeners and farmers have been using moon […]
Vaginal steaming–a universal practice women have used since ancient times–is proving to be a worthy gynecological self-care tool. As more and more women try steaming it is showing potential to help with an array of concerns from cramps to bacterial vaginosis to fibroids–the list goes on and on. One of the things that makes […]
Cocoa Butter vs Coconut Oil – Which to Use for Skin Care If you want healthy, beautiful skin, you likely have heard that using coconut oil or cocoa butter can offer several benefits. When you compare cocoa butter vs coconut oil, you might wonder whether one of these natural products might offer some advantages […]
We’ve all seen the Hollywood film portrayal. A pregnant woman has a sharp pain and then is rushed to the hospital. In the next scene a solemn doctor enters the hospital room and shakes his head. Then the woman cries and it’s over. Unfortunately, that’s not usually what happens. According to some statistics one in […]
More than a decade ago, we were introduced to “Superfoods.” The term was first used by the food, beverage and diet industry in 2003 to describe fruits, vegetables and foods that offered more than average nutrition and many surprising health benefits. Superfoods are considered to be a cut above ordinary foods because of their highly concentrated […]
Do aloe vera juice and coconut water live up to their hype? Which choice is better for staying hydrated and flushing toxins out of your body? Here’s everything you need to know about these popular natural drinks. What Are the Benefits of Aloe Vera Juice? One of the biggest benefits of this natural juice […]
Here are 7 tips to finally get that nice healthy beard that you always wanted: 1. Have Patience with Your Beard If you’re starting from scratch, prepare to dedicate at least 6 weeks to your beard journey. The average beard growth rate is ½ inch every month. Hair follicles need to be stimulated […]
What is Tung Oil? Why we use Tung Oil? Pure Tung oil is a drying oil that’s extracted from the seed of the tung tree, which is native to China and a few other Asian countries. The oil has been used for centuries as a water-resistant finish for boats and other wooden objects, as […]
Clary sage, which is also known as “Salvia sclarea” is a type of flowering herb that’s mostly found in the Mediterranean Basin. The plant is popular for its oil; the clary sage essential oil which is extracted from both the leaves and buds of the plant. This oil has a pleasant fragrance and can either […]
