You are all familiar with this ornamental plant and I imagine for many of you, colorful hydrangeas adorn your gardens. But did you now that these beautiful flowers also have a number of potential health benefits? While scientific research into the benefits of the plant is … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Perilla Oil
You are likely not very familiar with it but perilla oil is a wonderful, healthy oil that can benefit your health in a number of different ways. It is especially useful when applied topically to the skin but can also be used as a healthy substitute for your regular cooking oil. … [Read more...]
8 Benefits of Papaya Leaves
The Health Benefits of Papaya Leaves Most people will be familiar with the tropical papaya fruit and may also be familiar with its range of excellent health benefits. It is likely however that fewer people know that the papaya leaf is also home to a wide range of medicinal … [Read more...]
6 Health Benefits of Elecampane
What is Elecampane? Elecampane is an herb with centuries of medicinal use especially in Europe where it has mainly been used as a respiratory tonic. Known botanically as Inula helenium, it has several other common names including horse heal, velvet dock, elf dock, aunee and … [Read more...]
7 Benefits of Sesame Seeds
What are Sesame Seeds? Sesame seeds known scientifically as Sesamum indicum are an extremely important ingredient in Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine. Anybody who has ever eaten humus will be familiar with one of the main ingredients - tahini a delicious paste, with a peanut … [Read more...]