The Benefits of Belladonna and the Dangers “What’s in a name?” Juliet lamented over her love Romeo, staring into the night. Further on in the tragedy, in act IV of Romeo and Juliet, Juliet drank belladonna to give her the appearance of death, with still breath and stiff … [Read more...]
7 Amazing Benefits of Jabuticaba
What is Jabuticaba? Have you heard about the fruit jabuticaba and its benefits? This dark and sweet fruit grows on an evergreen tree only native to South America. It goes by the name scientific name Plinia cauliflora and is sometimes also referred to as the Brazilian … [Read more...]
Proven Benefits of Houseleek
What is Houseleek? Houseleek which is known scientifically as Sempervivum tectorum is a medicinal plant with its origins in Europe. It is a very hardy plant which can thrive in unlikely areas and under extreme conditions. Houseleek can grow on most types of soil and can even … [Read more...]
Kratom Uses and Recent Controversy
Kratom in the Spotlight It is possible that you had not heard about kratom until the recent controversies about its legality in the United States. Despite little evidence regarding its harmful effects, the DEA recently announced that it would be placing kratom on its schedule 1 … [Read more...]
Shigellosis: Causes and Proven Remedies
Our digestive systems are vulnerable to bacteria and viruses; especially if we do not take proper precautions such as properly washing our hands or avoiding contaminated food. Shigellosis is one such bacterium that can wreak havoc on your digestive system. Shigellosis can … [Read more...]