Kiwi Facial Cleanser (for dry or oily skin) 1 kiwi fruit 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt 1 tablespoon orange water 1 tablespoon apricot or almond oil 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon finely ground almonds 2 drops orange (or your favorite citrus) essential oil Puree the kiwi fruit in a food processor until liquid. During processing,… Continue reading
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Vegan and vegetarian diets
Introduction to vegetarian diets To eat meat, or not to eat meat…This is the question on many people’s mind. The negative impact of animal foods on health, the damage associated with animal foods and the environment, religious beliefs, and the desire to protect and respect animals are some of the reasons for the increase in… Continue reading
Our friends antioxidants
Definition Antioxidants are molecules that prevent oxygen molecules from interacting with other molecules in a process called oxidation. In the body, antioxidants combine with potentially damaging molecules called free radicals to prevent the free radicals from causing damage to cell membranes, DNA, and proteins in the cell. Common antioxidants important to human health are vitamins… Continue reading
More summer fruit desserts – more delight
Bowl of Cherries By July, cherries are falling from trees and blueberries are ready to be picked. Perhaps nothing says the Fourth of July more than a warm cherry pie. Tart cherries such as Montmorency are excellent for baking, but can be challenging to find fresh as they do not ship well. Sweet cherries, such… Continue reading
Natural Herbal Vitamins
Vitamins are molecules found in food. Human body needs these molecules for growth, reproduction, vitality and good health. Herbal vitamins are used to treat various medical conditions and problems, to improve general health and as part of the diet. They are safer than chemically produced vitamins and are widely recommended by health care practitioners. Herbal… Continue reading
Vegetables and Fruits: Rich Sources of Vitamins, Minerals and Anti-oxidants
Fruits and vegetables are very healthy and necessary food as they are not very caloric but they are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and various protective plant compounds. They are a main part of a healthy diet because they are great nutrients. Fruits and vegetables should be part of every meal and should be preferred… Continue reading
The healthiest foods in the world
Nature provides countless of foods which contain all ingredients required for our healthy living. However, there is no particular food that contains all these ingredients. Many scientists have tried to create a list of the healthiest foods in the world. But what are the criteria for including a food in this list? Foods should meet… Continue reading