Ginger, or Zingiber officinale as it’s scientifically known, has been used as both food and medicine for thousands of years. The flesh of the ginger rhizome can be yellow, white or red in color, depending upon the variety. It is covered with a brownish skin that may either be thick or thin, depending upon whether … Read more A 1000 Year Old Food and Medicine
Your stomach can rest easy with these three approaches. Just about everyone experiences heartburn at some point in their lives, after a stop at the Rib Shack, say, or too many mochas. For most folks it’s a passing problem. But roughly 60 million Americans suffer that burning sensation in their esophagus once a month, and … Read more 3 Natural Remedies to Get Rid of Heartburn Fast
Magnesium. You probably have heard about it and may know a little bit about it, but do you know how beneficial it is to your health? Magnesium is important to nearly every organ, tissue and function in your body. From basic cellular health to heart health, magnesium is vital to your health. A low magnesium … Read more 9 Signs You Have a Magnesium Deficiency
Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition characterized by redness, dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, or bleeding. More than 30 million people in the US are affected by this skin condition. Eczema is common in infants and children, with as many as 1 in 4 school-aged children suffering from the disease. Additionally, the risk of developing … Read more How to Treat Eczema Naturally
The shape, texture, and color of your natural nails act as a window into your body, and while some nail symptoms are harmless, others can be indicative of chronic diseases, including cancer. As noted by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Nails often reflect our general state of health. Changes in the nail, such as … Read more What Your Nails Say About Your Health
And, in a recent survey we conducted, we found that 93% of people have heard of magnesium but only 18% are taking supplements. We don’t think that’s a coincidence. Here’s 10 signs your body is craving more magnesium: You get muscle cramps. Your muscles cramp and spasm when there’s not enough magnesium to push calcium out … Read more 80% of the American population is deficient in the critical mineral
Ladies, we have all experienced the ups and downs associated with our menstrual cycle. Between the cramps and mood swings, we often dream about the days when these symptoms will no longer surface on a monthly basis — but be careful what you wish for. Menopause will follow. For those who have experienced menopause, you … Read more Six Foods to Beat Menopause
Women are at increased risks for certain health issues as they age, but that risk can be minimized by maintaining a healthy lifestyle and keeping the body, mind and spirit in optimal form. There are many women who are well over 40, and even 60, 70 or 80, who have bucked the odds and managed … Read more Top 5 Health Risks for Women Over 40
Ginger is the perfect herb to grow indoors. It’s very low-maintenance, loves partial sunlight, and you can use parts of it at a time, leaving the rest in the soil to continue growing. Besides, it’s delicious! Really, what’s not to love about growing ginger inside? A bit about ginger Ginger contains chemicals that may reduce … Read more How to Grow an Endless Supply of Ginger Indoors
WHAT are they? Mushrooms are the spore-bearing fruits of a fungus. They are not categorized as a plant because they do not undergo photosynthesis, yet they still boast nutritional benefits of their own. They can be found in virtually any habitat, especially where it is warm and wet. Benefits Mushrooms pack the nutritional punch of … Read more More Potassium Than a Banana…