Tag: health

Why Health Systems Are Reaching a Turning Point

Health emerges from a continuous energy and material flow from water through food to human physiology. Technical energy systems support this cycle through water treatment, agriculture, and infrastructure.

Dark chocolate benefits means slowing aging: make Italian hot chocolate with this recipe

Eating dark chocolate can keep you looking young. Make your own healthy hot chocolate mix

Natural Relief For Menopausal Hot Flashes

Sometimes you can’t control the circumstances. Something triggers anger, grief, or stress. There you go, a hot flash. You may be in a situation where you’re not comfortable reaching for the cold thermos or fanning yourself. Here you just have to close your eyes for a second and make up your mind to see it through. Remind yourself that it’s temporary. Endorse yourself for keeping your cool in a hot moment.

Sea Moss: The New Superfood, Or Just A Trend?

Sea moss became the new super-food when Kim Kardashian started talking about blending it into her smoothies. Fans following...

Make safe herbal anti-acne products and masks

The FDA is recalling certain acne medications for cancer link. Our herbalist Miriam Kresh takes her decades of experience and creates a guide to natural acne care.

Going green with Saint Patrick’s Day iconography

? BEER:  Spirulina, a blue-green algae superfood packed with protein, copper, and B vitamins, is growing in popularity among international brewers. RedDot Brewhouse, located next to the Singapore Botanical Gardens, offers a spirulina-infused lager.

Six “Green” Reasons To Drink Camel’s Milk

With 5 times the amount of Vitamin C in camel's milk, and full of iron, camel's milk needs no nutritional help. It has a shelf life of 5 days before pasteurization, after which it will survive for up to 3 weeks. Camel's milk is just as versatile as other milk, used as it is to produce low-fat varieties of cheese, chocolate, and a fermented delicacy that is used in areas that lack refrigeration.

Muslims less likely screened for cancer in this American city

Participants expressed a strong interest in having health initiatives related to cancer education, screening and survivorship integrated within mosques. This preference suggests that mosques could serve as vital centers for health education and intervention, leveraging the trust and influence of faith leaders to promote better health outcomes.

Feeling Flu-ish? Relieve The Symptoms With Kitchen Remedies

Once you’re down with flu, all the standard advice applies: rest, stay warm, drink lots of warm fluids, take something to relieve the symptoms. And have patience. With care and about a week, the bug will fade away. Before you reach for the usual pain-killers and fever reducers, inspect your spice cupboard. I’ll bet at least a few natural helpers are lurking there.

January’s seasonal produce celebrates nettles and sage

Rainy, muddy winter brings out the best of January produce in the Middle East.

Herbalist’s (or Witch’s?) Guide To Avoiding Coronavirus

Sensible precautions and natural treatment can help you stave off flu.

Keep Clear Of Germs and Wash Your Hands

Most of us have been taught to wash our hands since early childhood. But the hand hygiene we were...