What is Acerola? Acerola, also known as Barbados cherry, or the more complex scientific name Malpighia Emarginata, is a small flowering shrub speckled with little cherry-sized fruit. This pulpy fruit is delicious and packed with nutritional value. Native to sub-tropical and … [Read more...]
5 Proven Health Benefits of Achiote
What is Achiote? Achiote is not especially well known in the Western world, but natives of South and Central America have been using it since time immemorial for decorative and medicinal purposes. The seeds of the plant were used to make decorative body paints and also … [Read more...]
13 Proven Benefits of Guava
Have you enjoyed the exotic delight that is guava? This fruit and juice is considered to be a super fruit in many circles due to its high content of nutrients and the many benefits it offers. Native to Central America, guavas range from a yellow to greenish skin with pulp … [Read more...]
9 Proven Turmeric Essential Oil Benefits
Turmeric Essential Oil Being a very keen amateur cook with a special penchant for Indian cuisine, I have been using turmeric in my cooking for years. When I started to investigate the healing powers of herbs a few years back I was delighted to discover that turmeric is one of … [Read more...]
9 Proven Cumin Health Benefits
Cumin Benefits The savory spice of cumin brings to mind delicious Mexican and Spanish dishes. Sure, it’s a fantastic addition to any meal, however, there is much more to cumin than its tasty spicing abilities. In fact, this spice contains a whole treasure trove of health … [Read more...]