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All You Need to Know About Parabens

Jun 14, 2009

What are parabens? Parabens are chemical preservatives utilized as additives in a wide range of cosmetics, toiletries and foodstuffs. They are derived from benzoic acid and ensure that moulds, fungi and bacteria do not contaminate a product. This is...

All You Need to Know About Maca

Jun 12, 2009

Nature takes good care of the needs of the human population with its supply of "superfoods" or fruits and vegetables that contain high amounts of nutrients essential to human life. Some of the popular "superfoods" that are readily found in stores include...

Advantages Of Infrared Saunas vs. Traditional Saunas

Jun 06, 2009

What is a sauna? Traditional saunas use a heat source, typically a fire, to heat the air in a small room. The humidity in the room is designed to promote sweating, helping the body to eliminate toxins as well as promoting improved circulation and relaxation.

Red Clover for Health

Jun 03, 2009

Advanced nations in the west are looking more and more to eastern practices for natural therapies as an alternative to modern medicines. One such practice involves the use of red clover for treating common illnesses. Red clover is a flowering plant that...

Health Benefits of Grapeseed

May 27, 2009

Many people have wondered how a certain town in Italy has produced more septuagenarians than any other place in the world. Researchers looked into their diet and found that these men drank red wine everyday, in addition to their heart healthy diet...

Skin Care - What to Avoid

May 24, 2009

Choosing the right skin care products for you can be a daunting task, what with thousands of products and a multitude of brand names from which to choose. Due to insufficient knowledge about the true nature of cosmetic ingredients, your choice of a...

Good Oils & Bad Oils: How to Choose

May 23, 2009

There is a bewildering array of oils available at your local supermarket, which makes choosing one for your kitchen a challenging task.  Read on to find out what to look for and which oils to avoid on your next shopping trip. What is an oil? Fats...

Why Should You Eat Lupin?

May 11, 2009

Bright yellow, delicious and packed with protein. This makes lupin beans, otherwise known as lupini beans from the lupinus albus shrub, among the must-have superfoods to stay healthy, strong and disease-free! Read on to learn about the benefits of...

Health Benefits of Jasmine

May 10, 2009

The extract of jasmine flower oil is a popular fragrance used in aromatherapy for stress relief. It is reputed to sedate the nervous system, and is therefore prescribed for a wide range of emotional conditions. It is also a popular ingredient in perfumes...

Ginger: A Natural Blood Thinner

May 08, 2009

Ginger is a creeper with a subterranean stem that provides the "root" commonly used in cooking.  It has traditionally been used to treat gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea and diarrhoea as well as headaches and arthritis.  Ginger aids in the...

What's Good About Olive Leaf?

Apr 29, 2009

Olive leaves are from olive trees, part of the Olea genus, a plant that has been central to Mediterranean culture for thousands of years. The other product of the plant are olives, from which olive oil is derived. Olive oil has found worldwide acclaim...

The Pill

Apr 18, 2009

The Pill, or Oral Contraceptive Pill (OCP), is a hormonal contraception, used by women to inhibit fertility.  It was developed in the USA and approved for use in 1960, and has since found universal application due to its efficacy.  Even though it is...

What's So Good About Glucosamine?

Apr 15, 2009

Glucosamine is a natural sugar compound found in the body, essential in the creation and repair of joint cartilage.  It is taken as a supplement to alleviate the effects of osteoarthritis, particularly knee osteoarthritis, as it assists in the formation...

Basics of Eye Cream: Do You Need It?

Apr 14, 2009

The skin around your eyes is thinner and more delicate than the rest of your face, making it more prone to wrinkles and other visible signs of ageing. Exposure to UV radiation from the sun, smoking, stress, hormonal changes and the natural deterioration...

Why Drink Pomegranate Juice?

Apr 12, 2009

The pomegranate fruit has high antioxidant content and anti-inflammatory properties. Pomegranate juice may have a range of beneficial effects, one of which is improving heart health and preventing prostate cancer and other health issues. Drinking fresh...

What's So Good About Mangosteen Juice?

Apr 11, 2009

Mangosteen juice is made from the seeds, rind, and flesh of this tropical fruit which, together with the pomegranate and acai berry, is one of nature's super fruits. It typically has high nutrient and antioxidant qualities. Mangosteens contain xanthones, often...

Vitamin C: The Basics

Apr 08, 2009

What is Vitamin C? Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is an essential nutrient for the healthy growth and development of cells and tissues.  Ascorbate is an anti-oxidant, effectively nullifying the damage volatile oxygen free radical molecules do to our DNA.  It...

Iron 101: What is Iron?

Apr 07, 2009

Iron is an element of haemoglobin, the primary constituent protein of red blood cells. Haemoglobin is responsible for the transport of oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. Iron is also a component of myoglobin, a protein that stores oxygen in the...

Natural Suncare Options

Apr 02, 2009

With modern concerns about the ozone layer, suncare is an important consideration for many people.  Find out why natural suncare is becoming more popular. Types of Sunscreen There are two main types of sunscreen – chemical and natural.  Chemical...

All You Need to Know About Carnitine

Mar 31, 2009

Carnitine is a substance that is used within the body for many things.  But what exactly is it and what does it do?  Read on for more. What is Carnitine? Carnitine is generally classed with amino acids, even though it is not an amino acid.  This...

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