Explorations In The World Of Natural Health
Lots of parts of pine trees – including the tips, inner bark and needles – are edible. What a lot of people don’t realize is that pine cones are also edible. However, you can’t exactly eat the woody cone that you’d use for making holiday decorations. Here’s what you need to know about eating pine cones and other conifer cones. Read more
Not only are pine cones edible, but they also have many health benefits. They have been used medicinally for at least 2,000 years. Its purported uses ranged from kidney ailments to treating colds. Today, there is some scientific research supporting these benefits. Read more
I have a spruce tree in my yard. Every April, it produces small male cones on its lower branches. If I’m quick and gather these before they start releasing pollen, I can make some pretty delicious meals out of them. Read more
I was first introduced to pine pollen while living in South Korea. There, as in many other Asian countries, it is common to find sweets made from pine pollen. You can also find pine pollen in many natural pharmacies. It has been used for centuries for its many health benefits, especially for increasing testosterone. Not all ancient medicines live up to their hype but pine pollen is an exception. Here is what modern research says about pine pollen benefits.
Milk thistle, which contains silymarin, is one of the most-studied natural remedies for liver and gallbladder disorders. It also has many other health benefits, such as reducing inflammation and fighting cancer. Because of this, there are many milk thistle supplements available. What the manufacturers don’t tell you is that silymarin is poorly absorbed by the body. Read more
You can make tea out of any edible mushroom including reishi, chaga, Lion’s mane, turkey tail, and others. Mushroom tea has a pleasant earthy taste which is even better when you add seasonings. Here’s what you need to know to make mushroom tea. Read more
Slippery elm bark (Ulmus rubra) is known for having many health benefits. However, some of these – such as for treating urinary tract infections and treating vaginal dryness – are not backed by much research. Below are the main benefits of slippery elm bark for your health. Read more
Mustard oil accounts for nearly 1/5 of edible oil consumption in India. However, in the West, cooking with mustard oil is very uncommon. In fact, it’s actually illegal to sell most mustard oil for cooking in the USA, Europe and Australia. Here’s why and what you need to know about mustard oil safety. Read more
Mustard seed oil is quickly becoming one of the most popular hair and skin treatments. It has a lot of benefits which are scientifically-backed. But, like with all beauty supplements, not all mustard seed oils are created equally. Here is what you need to look at to make sure you are getting a good mustard oil. Read more
In India, the benefits of mustard oil are very well known. Seemingly everyone in the North puts it on the hair. Mothers commonly put mustard oil on their babies’ skin. Read more