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Some of the foods we eat are behind the increased cases of infections and illnesses such as cancer and high blood pressure. This realisation has sent researchers searching for healthier foods that will improve not only our health but also enhance our beauty. One such “super” food is turmeric spice - a plant that contains tens of health and beauty benefits. What is Turmeric? Turmeric spice is obtained from turmeric plant in the ginger family, predominantly found in Southern Asian countries among them, India. Since when it was first used for its peppery flavour and the amazing kick effects on...

If you have been searching for healthy breakfast ideas, then we’ve got you covered. You probably already know that breakfast is an important meal in your day. Some researchers have said that it is the most important meal in the day. There are so many reasons why you should take a few minutes to have breakfast every morning. Studies have shown that adults who skip breakfast are more vulnerable to weight gain and obesity. If you know how vital breakfast is, but still skip that meal, then you are not alone. For most people, the problem is there are not...

The need to adopt herbal remedies for treating arthritis gained momentum after the FDA in the USA issued warning against anti-inflammatory drugs like Celebrex. In the UK, a recent study in the The British Medical Journal found long term use of non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to be associated with a higher risk of heart failure in the elderly. In this regard turmeric is a widely preferred option. Researchers and medical therapists are of the opinion that for treating arthritis in a safe manner turmeric is a great choice. Let’s find out what experts have to say about using turmeric...

Prior to the era of synthetic medication, the primary combatant against disease was food.  In ancient times, foods were frequently prescribed as part of a treatment regimen, and were used to treat a wide range of ailments.  As society became modernised however, so did medicine.  Medical professionals began to move away from organic treatment protocols and began to rely heavily on fabricated medication.  This dependence on synthetic medication unfortunately continues today, however as of late there seems to be a renewed interest in the medicinal capacities of food.  One food which seems to be getting an increasing amount of attention...

With the surge of the eating clean trend in the last years, it’s no big surprise that you’re becoming aware of new foods as part of this movement. It’s all about getting rid of processed foods and welcoming natural foods with a great deal of health benefits. One such food that has come to the forefront is spirulina. The benefits of spirulina are countless! Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae loaded with nutrients that can have amazing effects on your body and brain. It is incredibly high in protein and a good source of vitamins and antioxidants.  As one...