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Vitamin D
Healthy Lifestyle, Immunity, Vitamins

Understanding Vitamin D

Understanding Vitamin D… written by Katolen Yardley, MNIMH, Medical Herbalist During the winter months of limited sunlight exposure or in the case of individuals who rarely are exposed to sunlight, vitamin D deficiencies may be prevalent. Known as the sunshine vitamin and manufactured on the skin, Vitamin D is converted by…
August 4, 20080Comments
Cardiovascular Health, Herbal Medicine

Rooibos Tea: Aspalathus linearia

Rooibos Tea: Aspalathus linearia Rooibos, is pronounced “roy-boss (the latin name is Aspalathus linearis), a South African flowering shrub. Rooibos contains numerous polyphenol anti-oxidants and trace amounts of the minerals: copper, iron and potassium, calcium, fluoride, zinc, manganese and magnesium. – this tea contains almost no oxalic acid, making it…
August 8, 20070Comments
aromatherapy of rosemary
Essential Oil

Rosemary Essential Oil

Rosemary Essential Oil Rosemary Essential Oil – Rosmarinus officinalis Rosemary essential oil is an effective topical application for clearing congestion in conditions of allergies, colds and flu,diluted in a steam or hot bath, it helps to open the sinus cavities. It is a stimulant used to enhance mental capacities and combat fatigue, uplift…
August 8, 20070Comments
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Refreshing Facial Mask for Dry Skin

A great way to enliven dry skin, try these simple yet effecting facial masks. 1. Add 1/3 cup fresh parsley, a handful of fresh peppermint leaves and honey into a blender. Mix in enough water (or used chlorophyll liquid instead) to form a thick paste. Apply to the skin as a…
April 8, 20070Comments
Organis Green Tea
Cardiovascular Health, Green Tea

Health Benefits of Green Tea

Health Benefits of Green Tea Both Black and Green Tea originate from the same plant, Cameilla sinensis, however due to differences in harvesting and processing -where black tea is fermented and fully oxidized and green tea is prepared through steaming or pan frying techniques, the teas vary widely in flavor, aroma, nutrient…
May 8, 20060Comments