Category: Natural Health
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Fasting for Health: Benefits of Skipping Meals to Improve Your Well-being
What is fasting? Fasting is the voluntary abstention from food or drink, or both, for a specified period. What are the health benefits of fasting? Fasting, a time-honored practice with roots in various cultures and religions, has gained significant attention in recent years for its potential health benefits. From improving gut health to enhancing cognitive…
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What is Vitamin D: Beyond Rickets Prevention
Vitamin D Firstly, Vitamin D is not actually a vitamin but a hormone! However for simplicity we will refer to it as Vitamin D throughout this post. Why Do We Need It? Imagine your body is a well-oiled machine, constantly working behind the scenes to keep you healthy and strong. One of the essential ingredients…
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Spiritual Connections & Herbal Medicine
Spiritual Herbal Connection The use of medicinal plants has been deeply intertwined with spiritual practices throughout history. Our ancestors possessed a profound understanding of nature, recognizing the healing properties of plants and using them for various purposes. Shamans, in particular, have always had a close connection with therapeutic plants, possessing a wealth of plant knowledge…
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DIY Ground Ginger
DIY Ground Ginger Can you make your own ground ginger? Yes absolutely! What are the health benefits of ginger and why would you want to make your own? You probably have some ground ginger in your kitchen cupboard but it won’t be a patch on making your own. The flavour and the aroma are far…
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Power of Pepper
Is red pepper the same as black pepper? Red, white, green and black peppers all come from the same species, it’s just that they are at different stages of ripening. To begin with, a golden rule: if your pepper doesn’t sting or taste spicy when you eat it, then throw it in the bin! Often…