Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a cruciferous root crop belonging to the same vegetable family as kale and cabbage. It was raised for food high up in the Andean mountains, first by the Incas and, centuries later, by the Peruvian farmers. It can grow even in the harshest terrain and weather conditions. Maca … Read more
Nearly everyone shaves to remove unwanted facial or body hair. With shaving, however, comes the risk of getting razor bumps, sometimes referred to as razor rash. Individuals with sensitive skin and prone to ingrown hairs usually experience this chronic discomfort. The most common places in the body for razor bumps are the … Read more
Mushrooms are part of a plant family known as fungi. While they are not really vegetables in the strict sense of the word, they are nevertheless served as such in every part of the globe. Chaga mushrooms are often referred to as the “king of mushrooms” due to the numerous benefits it … Read more
This bright red colored, heart-shaped berry belongs to the genus Fragaria (rose family). It is famous for its taste, aroma, and of course, many health properties. There are a lot of varieties of strawberries cultivated around the world, but the most common type is the hybrid of wild Virginia strawberry and the … Read more
Can oregano oil be used as an effective eczema treatment? Before that can be answered, you will first need to understand what eczema is and what type of eczema you have. What is Eczema? Eczema is defined as a chronic skin disorder marked by dry inflamed skin that is red and very … Read more
The term superfood is broadly used these days, particularly in health circles. No matter how it is tossed around, it still carries the same meaning. A superfood is loosely defined as an amazing natural food packed with vital nutrients which can considerably improve your health in a lot of ways. Goji berry, … Read more
When the usual medication won’t give you the desired results, your natural reaction is to look somewhere else for a better alternative. If you are suffering from eczema, you will find a truckload of treatments, synthetic or natural, posted all over the web as an alternative. You will find a lot of … Read more
Chaga mushroom (Inonotus obliquus) is a type of fungus that belongs to the Hymenochaetaceae family. Unlike the regular mushrooms that grow on the ground, Chaga is a parasitic fungus that grows only on birch trees from which they extract the nutrients. Because of the enormous amounts of melanin found in Chaga mushrooms, … Read more
You might hear people saying that glace fruit is terrible due to the high sugar content. You would rather eat fresh fruits and get the nutrients you need instead of choosing processed fruits. These statements are both right and wrong. It is right in the sense that some glace fruits underwent processing … Read more
Acai, pronounced as ah-sigh-EE, is a grape-like fruit that has been used for many generations by the natives of Brazil. They have a black-purplish color that resembles blackberries. These berries grow on acai palm trees and are native to the rainforests of Central and South America. They contain a big seed with … Read more
Cranberry, a fruit native to North America, packs a number of benefits and antioxidant phytonutrients. This berry is known for its tasty flavor and treatment of urinary tract infections. No matter you want to excite your taste buds or eat something great for your health and skin, cranberries should be on your … Read more