Saw Palmetto: A Natural Wonder for Men’s Health In the heart of nature’s pharmacy, the Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) stands as a testament to the incredible power of plants. This robust, fan-leaved plant, native to the southeastern United States, particularly thrives in the warm climates of Florida and Georgia. Known for its medicinally potent berries, Saw Palmetto has been a staple in herbal medicine for centuries. Let’s delve into the botanical wonders and the historical significance of this remarkable herb, and discover why it’s especially beneficial for men’s health. Saw Palmetto is a small palm that grows no taller …
By Dori Cranmore RN Bees produce Honey in most of the countries of the world. Cinnamon and Honey are both superfoods. Scientists of today also note honey is a very effective medicine for all kinds of diseases because it contains powerful antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. HEART DISEASES: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, put it on toast instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It helps reduces the cholesterol. Regular use of cinnamon-honey can strengthen the heart beat and can help revitalize the arteries and the veins. ARTHRITIS: Arthritis patients can benefit by …
By Dori Cranmore R.N. Naturally produced by our bodies, Glutathione is known as the Master Antioxidant because it can help protect your cells from oxidative damage. It is found mostly in the liver, and used by every cell and tissue in our body. Production of Glutathione, (or GSH) in a cell, depends on the availability of glutathione precursors; three amino acids glutathione is made of; glutamate, glycine and cysteine. The benefits are extensive but there are many ways Glutathione can be depleted from our body which may result in a weakened immune system, a higher susceptibility to cancer and rapid aging process. …
By Dori Cranmore R.N. Garlic has been used in many cultures for both its culinary and medicinal properties. Folklore shows garlic bringing good luck or protects against evil, ward off vampires and at the same time guaranteed to transform any meal into a bold, aromatic and healthy experience. Native to central Asia, garlic is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and has been grown for over 5000 years. Garlic was placed in the tomb of Pharaohs, and was given to the slaves that built the Pyramids to enhance their endurance and strength. From a medical history standpoint, …
The leaves are mostly used for tea and tinctures but the flowers and root can also be used. It has been reported since the early 1900’s to help with coughing, lung weakness, respiratory constriction and chest colds. It is quite literally one of the best lung healing herbs out there.
By Dori Cranmore RN Hawthorn is known as the ‘heart herb’ for its many benefits as a heart tonic. Traditional use of hawthorn berries has been confirmed by German studies to strengthen and normalize the heart beat, prevent and reduce heart arrhythmia’s and guard the heart against oxygen deficiency. There is research to suggest that hawthorn might also be effective when used in the treatment of mild-to-moderate heart failure. Hawthorn (Crataegus species) has been used to treat heart disease as far back as the 1st century. In the early 1800’s, American doctors were using it to treat circulatory disorders and …
By Dori Cranmore R.N. Peppermint has often been termed the world’s oldest medicine. It is native to Europe and is actually a cross between spearmint and water mint. Its botanical name is mentha piperita. Peppermint has been studied and proved by the scientific community to have numerous health benefits. As a result, peppermint is sold in many different forms of tablets, tinctures, capsules, essential oils and teas. Health benefits of peppermint oil can include the following: Indigestion: Peppermint oil is very helpful for digestion. Peppermint can help relieve gas, nausea and stomach pain due to an irritable bowel, intestinal cramps …
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By Dori Cranmore RN It looks like butter; it’s made with butter; it smells like butter; so how healthy can ghee really be? One of the healthiest of saturated fats, ghee offers many potential health benefits. Ghee is a Hindi word and this golden substance has actually been an important ingredient in fine European cuisine for centuries. Ancient Ayurvedic medicine has mentioned the health benefits of ghee in Indian culture for thousands of years. So what is ghee? It’s nothing more than the pure butterfat extracted from milk. Butter has a high percentage of butterfat, but includes some additional water …
Olive oil is very important in our diet but the oil may not be the most important product of the olive trees.