Acne can be a very frustrating thing to deal with. It can lead to low self-esteem and even cause scarring if not treated properly. While there are many over-the-counter treatments available, they can often be harsh on the skin and expensive. One natural and effective way to treat acne is with tea tree oil. Tea…
Since the domestication of the chicken, people have been enjoying and nourishing themselves with eggs. However, eggs have gotten a bad reputation because the yolks are high in cholesterol. In fact, yolk is actually a very healthy food, if consumed in moderation, a medium egg contains about 186 mg of cholesterol, which is 62% of…
Tea tree oil, often called melaleuca oil, is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a plant native to Australia. Tea tree oil is usually clear to very pale golden in color and it exudes a fresh, camphor-like scent. It is an extensively used natural remedy in many skin…
Did you know that honey has been used and consumed throughout recorded history for over 4000 years? We have the hardworking bee to thank for this precious gift. Bees swallow, digest and regurgitate nectar to make honey; this nectar contains almost 600 compounds, it may offer more than just flavor, research is finding that honey…
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is one of the most common leaf vegetables and a basic ingredient of many salads. There are basically 6 different types of lettuce, namely Butterhead (Boston or Bibb), Chinese lettuce, Crisphead (Iceberg), Looseleaf, Romaine and Summer Crisp (Batavia), each having many varieties that vary in nutritional content. Although all varieties of lettuce…
Cabbage is an economical and versatile vegetable that is easy to find in any supermarket. This vegetable can be eaten cooked or raw, but it often added to soups or stews. Fresh, dark green-leafy cabbage is incredibly nutritious. Cabbage is rich in various phytonutrients and vitamins like vitamin A, C & K, it’s also a…
Acne is a skin condition that commonly occurs on the face, neck, chest, and back. When the pores of the face gets clogged up due to the accumulation of sebum, dead cells and dirt, it leads to acne. Pimples and Acne are one of the worst nightmares for any woman. It often impacts self esteem…
Coconut water is the liquid inside an immature green coconut. It is the juice or endosperm of the young coconut. In general, young and slightly immature coconuts harvested when they are about 5-7 months of age for the drink. This water is rich in vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, enzymes, amino acids and cytokine. It could potentially…
Malic acid is an organic dicarboxylic acid found in wines, vegetables, and other fruits, but the richest source is apples, which is why malic acid is sometimes referred to as “apple acid.” It contributes to the pleasantly sour taste of fruits, and is used as a food additive. To date, few studies have tested the…
Apple Cider Vinegar(ACV) is known as an excellent natural treatment for varied health conditions. Learn more about the apple cider vinegar benefits from this post. Health Benefits The apple cider vinegar contains a large amount of vitamins, beta-carotene, pectin, and essential minerals such as potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, chlorine, sulfur, iron and fluorine. Most…
