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Flowers come in all shapes and sizes. It is considered one of the most common plants that you will find in any garden. But not many people know about the peony, which has been around for thousands of years, dating back to 1000 B.C.   One of the main reason why it has stood the […]

Everyone is familiar with the versatile celery stock, but not everyone is familiar with the seeds that contain even more useful and nutritious qualities. Celery seeds have been mostly used in Ayurvedic medicine for over thousands of years, often to treat colds, for diuretic treatment and as an anti-inflammatory.   Other benefits: •Helps regulate blood

The use of Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) dates back to ancient times, over 2000 years ago. Originating in the central Mediterranean region, it was later picked up in other areas of Europe. Today, Parsley is considered one of the most widely used and available herbs in the world.   The benefits of Parlsey include: Acts as a diuretic

Red Raspberry Tea is particularly known for its ability to aid in pregnancy by stimulating labor and easing childbirth. But there are many other health benefits that this tea can offer! May Boost Heart Health Potassium deficiency has been closely associated with high blood pressure and an increased risk of heart disease. In a study

“Stevia is a perennial herb found within the Asteraceae family, which means it’s related to daisies, marigolds, ragweed and sunflowers. It’s a safe, natural plant that has been around for more than 1,500 years. Stevia is up to 200 times sweeter than sugar and does not spike your blood sugar, making it an ideal substitute for

“As the active ingredient in turmeric powder, curcumin is well-known for its broad range of curative properties. It has been used for thousands of years as a spice and beauty aid, and in both Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine to treat a wide range of maladies — from cancer to indigestion and heart disease to neurodegenerative conditions.”   With

“Potato fields may be sprayed with toxic pesticides every five days during the height of the growing season, with the drift easily traveling to neighboring farms, homes and schools.” The US Department of Agriculture have found over 35 different pesticides that may found in farmed potatoes, including: Six known or probable carcinogens 12 suspected hormone disruptors Seven neurotoxins

Chamomile is an ancient plant that has its origins in Egypt. It was initially used to treat fevers, for cosmetic purposes and embalming oil. Today, it is commonly used in tea and contains many vitamins and minerals that have healing properties.   Benefits include: Improving Cardiovascular Function Improving Digestive Function for Babies With Colic Inducing Sleepiness

Herbal Oils can be made at home or purchased at a health food store. Oils can have practical uses, and also be used for food preparation and natural remedies. “Essential oils require a large quantity of plant material and need to be diluted before use because they are concentrated. Infused oils, on the other hand,

Cloves are dried flower buds from the Syzygium aromaticum tree which is an evergreen. It is a spice that is widely used all over the world because of its sweet and earthy taste. But it also has a lot of health benefits including: Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. The high amounts of eugenol, a compound with both anti-inflammatory