Occasionally, you may have seen some roots growing in a spiny, prickly bush that appears white, pinky, and light purple. They are nothing more than teasel roots. Have you ever considered the health benefits of teasel roots? Most probably, not. Here are all the miracles you can achieve using teasel roots. What Is Teasel Root? …
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Moringa oleifera, also considered one of the world’s superfoods, is a nutrient-dense plant with hundreds of impressive health benefits. Often referred to as the ‘miracle tree,’ [1] moringa has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat various ailments and support our ancestors’ vitality. [2] Health experts even claimed that moringa oleifera could alleviate …
In recent years, millions of professionals have opted for remote work over onsite work. A study on remote work conducted by Kennesaw State University found that as many as 47% had already worked remotely before 2020. Remote work allows workers to avoid commutes, have more flexibility to juggle various responsibilities, and increase overall productivity. For example, remote therapists …
As a superfood, moringa contains an impressive 92 nutrients and antioxidants. These include vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, C, and E, as well as calcium, potassium, and protein. We’ll briefly review each nutrient and antioxidant found in moringa and their potential health benefits. Minerals and Electrolytes 1. Iron: Moringa is an excellent plant-based source …
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What Is Moringa Moringa oleifera is known by its various common names, such as ben oil tree, benzolive tree, drumstick tree, horseradish tree, West Indian ben, murungai, moringa ailée, malunggay, marum, or simple moringa. [1] The origin of this plant is a blur, but many experts believe that this plant emerges from the solid of …
Mushrooms are now known not just for pizzas and flavoring for foraged foods but their many health benefits. However, the thought of buying mushroom supplements and what to look for when buying them can be overwhelming, even for experienced buyers. Every manufacturer is claiming to have the best mushroom supplement there is. Every supplement is …
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What is Ashwagandha Ashwagandha or Withania somnifera is an essential part of Indian Ayurveda. This plant is also commonly known by its other names: Indian winter cherry, Indian ginseng, Ashvagandha, Ghoda Asoda, Samm Al Ferakh, Turangi-Ghanda, Cerise d’Hiver, and Ayurvedic Ginseng. [1][2] The origin of this ayurvedic plant can be traced back to India and …
What is Elecampane? Elecampane (Inula helenium L.) belongs to the Asteraceae or Compositae family [1][2][3][4]. It has many names like elf dock, horse heal, elf wort, wild sunflower, yellow starwort, scab wort, inula, velvet dock, Elephant’s ear, and horse elder [2][3]. Our society knows the plant for its abundant beneficial roots and rhizomes [2][3]. Early …
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What is Gordolobo? Gordolobo or Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium (formerly Gnaphalium obtusifolium) is known for its many names such as Sweet Everlasting, Rabbit Tobacco, Cudweed, Old Field Balsam, Sweet White Balsam, Indian Posy, Life of Man, Poverty Weed, Fussy Gussy, and Owl’s Crown. [1][2][3] The standard nomenclature for P. obtusifolium may incite confusion for most locals. In …
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Indole-3-Carbinol (I3C) is a derivative of glucobrassicin, a type of glucosinolate that can be found in cruciferous vegetables such as cabbages, broccoli, and mustards [i]. In mammalian stomachs, I3C molecules undergo a type of condensation that is catalyzed by strong acids and that generates a number of biologically active components. The most active I3C oligomers …
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