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The practice of yoga has always involved a deep quest for the unity of body and mind. It involves increased mindfulness that leads to an awareness of the mind, the body and the spirit. There are physical as well as the spiritual aspects of yoga that can add immense value to your life. Yoga does not...
Read MoreI connected with my inner hippy on a recent trip to India. From Ayervedic massage to drum circles on the beach; from the gentle movement of Hatha Yoga to the stillness of a sound-bath meditation, I was surrounded by a world of colour, tradition and symbolism. It was so different and so relaxing. However, in...
Read MoreOur skin cells normally take around 21-28 days to flake off and replace themselves. For some people, however, it takes only 2-6 days, due to a genetic condition known as psoriasis. It is believed that this type of skin disorder is triggered by an overly active immune system, causing the skin to flake off faster...
Read MoreSome people seem to enjoy winding us up and somehow know just know how to push our buttons with the sarcastic comment which can cause serious stress particularly in a sensitive person, one who doesn’t like confrontation or is just laid back. ‘Frenemies’ can ruin the greatest party or gathering at a stroke. In this...
Read MoreBurdock is from the Asteraceae family and is actually called Arctium. The Burdock plant has large dark green leaves with a coarse and heart shaped. They flower from July through October and have prickly heads. The thickest part of the root can be harvested and eaten and is very popular in Asia. The root is...
Read MoreThe Bergamot plant is known by a lot of other names: Aceite de Bergamota, Bergamot, Bergamot Orange, Bergamota, Bergamotier, Bergamoto, Bergamotte, Bergamotto Bigarade, Orange, Citrus Bergamia, Citrus Aurantium, Bergamia, Huile de Bergamote, and Oleum Bergamotte. The scientific name of the Bergamot plant is Citrus Aurantium or Citrus Bergamia. The Botanical name is Citrus Bergamia. The plant is...
Read MoreHealthy Facts: Cucumbers are refreshing and hydrating; they also contain valuable phytonutrients that block cancer cell development B12 and calcium found in Greek yogurt provide energy and keep our bones strong Sulfides in garlic fight the effects of oxidative stress and improve iron absorption Due to its calcium content, dill is a flavorful way to...
Read MoreVetiver essential oil is produced using the roots of a grass known as Vetiveria zizanoides, a thick clumping perennial grass indigenous to tropical regions. Originally from India, Vetiver is now being grown in other parts of the world such as Angola, Argentina, Brazil, China, and Japan for the purpose of extracting its oil. Vetiver offers...
Read MoreThe hustle and bustle of everyday life can take its toll on us ordinary folks! When the going gets really tough, our body lets us know just how overworked it is in a number of ways – one of which can an inconveniently-timed migraine. While doctors are still uncertain about the specific causes of migraines, recent...
Read MoreYour hair can be your shining glory or source of your distress, which is why knowing how to nourish it properly is so important. There are countless celebrity-endorsed hair products on the market, and while these can give you great results, you need to tread carefully, especially if your hair is sensitive. Some commercially made shampoos...
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