Making your own homemade healing broth from vegetable scraps is great for your body as well as the environment. Instead of throwing away common scraps, you can save them and put them in a freezer bag until you have enough…
Star anise (Illicium verum), or Chinese star anise, is an important spice in Asian cuisine that lends dishes a sweet licorice-like taste. It is one of the ingredients of the popular five-spice powder that pairs well with many savory dishes…
Before going on, we need to understand what endorphins are, and simply put they are the body’s natural painkillers. These natural painkillers are released by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. This release is brought on by pain and/or stress. Now…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and autism are debilitating neurodevelopmental disorders that often coexist with each other. According to CDC, 1 in every 44 children has ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). There is also a roughly 2.2% estimated prevalence of ADHD…
The birds are flying North again. The sweet smell of new grass growing is on the wind, and spring is here again. It’s time to put the snow boots into storage and pull out your hiking shoes. While enjoying this…
Banana is a botanically complex plant. It is known to us as a fruit, but it is also a berry. No matter its distinction, however, there is no denying its valuable use in health and nutrition. Consuming bananas brings many…
Is hyperpigmentation a big deal? No. The discolored patches of skin known as hyperpigmentation may not be a major issue for some people. But for others, it can be a source of anxiety —especially for those with hyperpigmentation in noticeable areas…
There are many reasons why people want or need to detox; it can be for weight loss, to relieve joint pain, to cleanse toxins from the body, to increase energy, or to improve overall health. Whatever your reason, this drink…
