Also called khus oil, vetiver oil is extracted from the plant vetiver. It is native to India and can grow five feet in height or more. It has a distinctive sharp and earthy fragrance. The essential oil is made from the roots of the plant. Vetiver oil is known for its soothing abilities. Uses and benefits of vetiver oil Here…
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An allergy is a reaction towards a particular substance by the immune system of the body. The substances are called allergens and could be chemicals, foods, and pollens. An allergic reaction to fruits is commonly called Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS). The allergy begins when the immune system of the person reacts inappropriately to the proteins in the fruits. This results…
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Since ages, it has been advised to drink a cup of hot tea when you suffer from cold. A cup of hot tea is known to treat congestion and sore throat. There is not much research that establishes if tea can treat common colds. However, there is evidence that herbal tea ingredients can treat respiratory infections. There are several types…
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You may have never heard of tragacanth before, but you have definitely used it (well probably) it before. Tragacanth goes by many names: adragante, adragant, astragale, coussiin-de-belle-mere, goat’s thorn, green dragon, gum dragon, etc. It is a naturally occurring gum that is derived from the Astralagus plant and is used to treat a variety of different health issues. People orally…
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Lemons vs Limes – which one is better? It’s an age old question (for some people) that has the ability to be debated to the end of time. They are both acidic citrus fruits that are heavily utilized in cooking and food preparation, and are prized for their health benefits. This article will explore lemons and limes in detail in…
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Whole grains are some of the oldest foods cultivated and eaten by humans. They have always been considered staples of human diet until the last century, where health researchers began preaching against the power of grains. To be fair, the way grains are processed in the 20th and 21st century does make them relative unhealthy. But there is a difference…
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Whole grain foods are some of the best foods that you can eat for your general health. They are actually more important today than ever before, because the 20th century saw a heavy rise in the production of refined and processed foods, like white bread. These foods are essentially empty calories and do more harm than good. Read on to…
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