Peanuts are more than the traditional snack to enjoy at baseball games in the iconic peanut butter and jelly sandwich; they’re also a global culinary superstar and a nutrient powerhouse. The Folklore Native to South America, this dietary staple dates back thousands of years. The Aztecs used peanuts medicinally to cure fever and soothe sore…
Fenugreek for Cholesterol, Diabetes, Menstrual Problems, and More
March 14, 2022
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Fenugreek is one of the first cultivated herbs in recorded history and remains a fundamental ingredient in curative and culinary traditions from around the world. Fenugreek is found in Indian curry powders, Middle Eastern spice mixes, and Ethiopia’s ubiquitous berberé powder. In India, fenugreek greens are often found in a variety of dishes, but most…
Lower Cholesterol Naturally With Strawberries
LDL cholesterol and triglycerides can be lowered naturally by eating strawberries. The health benefits of antioxidants are well known, and strawberries are packed with these powerful substances. For the present study, 23 healthy participants had to eat 500 grams of strawberries every day for over a month. Blood samples were taken at the start and…
Five Benefits of Cardamom for the Health Conscious
It may not be as popular worldwide as ginger, cinnamon and the other heavyweights of the spice world, but cardamom has earned a special place in diet and wellness for its wonderful benefits. In fact, this spice — a staple in Indian cuisine — is often regarded as the “queen of spices” where it’s widely…
De-Stress Your Diet
There’s no question that what we eat affects our mental clarity. There’s no other way to say it: If you’re powering through your day with sugar-laden toaster pastries, after-lunch doughnuts, and caffeinated sodas loaded with high fructose corn syrup and artificial colorants, you’re hobbling your brain. Consider this: A 2019 study of 1,209 older adults…
Cooking With Adaptogens: Powerful Herbs and Fun Functional Foods
March 13, 2022
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During the Cold War, Soviet scientists began researching herbs that could give their soldiers, athletes, and even champion chess players an edge. They called these herbs adaptogens, because they help the body better adapt to stress. These same herbs were used thousands of years ago in ancient Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine to strengthen the…
Tumeric Has Incredible Health Benefits, Add This Golden Spice to Your Latte
March 13, 2022
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If you think that all herbal teas taste like grass clippings, think again. Here is one that does taste delicious, and it is so easy to make, you will be hooked. Turmeric root has a very long history of use on our planet. Its use in traditional medicine is well known, such as its treatment…
Beat Chronic Stress With Adaptogenic Herbs
March 13, 2022
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We are hearing a lot about herbs of late, and for good reason. Many herbs have been attributed to a higher and longer quality of life, and others have been deemed miracles in their healing abilities for the human body. Yet, the amount we know about herbs is severely lacking, and as such, we haven’t…
Korean Red Ginseng: King of Adaptogens
March 12, 2022
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Since ancient times, ginseng root has been considered one of the world’s most valuable medicinal herbs. Ginseng is a perennial plant native to the mountainous regions of the Orient. You can spot one at a distance by its cluster of red berries, but it’s what’s underground that counts. Unfortunately, there is also a lot of…
Aloe Vera, a Primer
Common Names: aloe Latin Names: Aloe vera, Aloe africana, Aloe arborescens, Aloe barbadensis Background Aloe is a cactus-like plant that grows in hot, dry climates. It is cultivated in subtropical regions around the world, including the southern border areas of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Historically, aloe has been used for skin conditions and was thought to improve baldness…
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