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Cabbage soup recipe
In my previous POST I questioned the claim that fermented cabbage juice can treat acid reflux (GERD) and wrote about how I began my journey into trying this claim for myself as an acid reflux sufferer. After making the fermented cabbage juice, I was left with the blended cabbage mash which I did not want…
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Can cabbage juice treat acid reflux?
I have been battling acid reflux for more than a year now. And in those months, I have been put through different tests including an endoscopy after which results showed that my stomach was inflamed and the doctor made me to understand that the ibuprofen that I had taken soon after a major surgery to…
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Remedy for cold sores
Cold sores are fluid-filled blisters formed on the lips or other areas of the body. In Nigeria, many refer to it as fever rash. It could be red in some people and for we Africans, it is not necessarily red at all but there are usually a cluster of blisters and usually form on the…
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Steam inhalation therapy benefits
Steam inhalation therapy is one of the ways you can free your nasal passage by melting the mucus which causes blocked nose and makes it difficult to breathe or to swallow. This is why people who have caught the corona virus are advised to steam daily. Usually when we have common cold or flu, it…
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How to use essential oils
Essential oils are plant concentrates that are anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-septic, anti-bacteria and mood uplifting. They are very beneficial to our skin and our health in general. The commonest uses of essential oils are: For aromatherapy: essential oils have tremendous effects on our moods and help to elevate moods and to combat anxiety, stress and depression.…
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Allergy and cold relief the natural way
The rains are upon us so sneezing, stuffy nose, catarrh & cough are expected. To nip cold and flu symptoms in the bud before they become worse and unbearable, use any of our trio decongestants and air purifiers to prevent the symptoms from spreading. Anti-viral disinfectant spray contains eucalyptus oil, peppermint oil and a host…
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Benefits of Rosehip essential oil
Rosehip essential oil rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, lycopene and beta carotene, is known by many for its anti-acne and anti-aging properties. Beyond that, this hydrating oil gives the skin moisture combined with its collagen boosting power to help your cells to regenerate as such fantastic for fighting wrinkles. Rosehip essential oil also reliefs…
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Experience peace and tranquility
Are you stressed out? Fatigued? Are you mentally exhausted and burnt out? Then now is the time for self-care I know the spas are not open yet due to the lockdown caused by the Coronavirus outbreak but don’t let it deter you. With chamomile essential oil and lavender essential oil, you can de-stress and experience…
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The role of water in our skincare products
Water is an essential part of our products and as a solvent, it is very important to us when we formulate organic skincare products because of its many benefits to our skin health. Water is a hydrating solvent that is rich in minerals. Naturally, water hydrates the skin and helps the skin to retain its…
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Benefits of lemon essential oil
Lemon essential oil is an aromatic oil used in aromatherapy. With its invigorating and exciting scent, lemon oil is known to possess anti-viral properties as well as relieve stress as such is used in relieving anxiety. It also enhances one’s mood and has a calming effect on the body. To benefit, use lemon essential oil…
