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08/26/2018 / By Janine Acero

Spearmint’s antibacterial properties prove useful against food-borne pathogens

A study published in the Journal of Environmental Science, Toxicology and Food Technology found that spearmint (Mentha spicata) leaves and infusion contained antibacterial activity, as well as its essential oil, which was noted to be especially potent against food-borne pathogenic bacteria associated with outbreaks. The plant genus Mentha, which comprises of 25 to 30 different species, is known for its […]

08/12/2018 / By Janine Acero

Researchers: Coriander oil is a safe and effective way to treat MRSA superbug infections

Food-borne diseases are a common public health concern, and with the prevalence of drug-resistant bacteria, or the so-called “superbugs,” the need for viable solutions is only growing bigger. But nature once again offers an effective solution in the form of coriander oil. Coriander oil is known to be toxic to various strains of pathogenic bacteria. One study, […]

07/11/2018 / By Janine Acero

Natural remedies for keeping creepy crawlies off people, pets and livestock

Insect pests are some of the worst problems you’ll encounter as a pet or livestock owner. While commercial insecticides are readily available, they can be harmful to the environment and your animals due to their chemical content. Fortunately, there are some natural remedies that can provide the same results without the damaging effects of synthetic […]

06/11/2018 / By Janine Acero

Treating eczema and dermatitis in infants

Skin rashes and other forms of allergic reaction on the skin are terrible, and most mothers would feel ten times worse seeing those rashes on their newborn. An entry from the American Herbalists Guild provides some natural remedies for your baby’s protection, as well your own, against infantile dermatitis. (h/t to AmericanHerbalistsGroup.com.) Infant’s treatments Internal Oral use of […]

05/26/2018 / By Janine Acero

A primer on how to use essential oils to alleviate stress and anxiety

Stress is a part of everyone’s life that is simply unavoidable. Many things can cause stress, most notably work and school. It can manifest in all sorts of ways, such as sleep problems, digestive distress, and reproductive issues. Anxiety is a debilitating form of stress. It causes repeated and prolonged worrying over a lot of things […]

03/11/2018 / By Janine Acero

Natural flock management: Essential oils improve egg quality

Essential oils, which are derived from plant materials, have been used extensively in traditional medicine in treating and healing many health conditions, but did you know that some essential oils are used as food additives for poultry? One study focused on the beneficial effects of poultry diets supplemented with essential oils, particularly on improving laying […]

01/29/2018 / By Janine Acero

Boosting thyroid health with essential oils (and how to use them)

Plants have been used time and again as medicinal aids to various ailments. While most healing properties come directly from the leaves and roots, some plants and herbs offer their essential oils to relieve, prevent, and reverse symptoms. The numerous components of essential oils can be used in a great variety of purposes, from foods […]

12/14/2017 / By Janine Acero

A different kind of heart attack: New research finds a broken heart permanently weakens the organ in a similar way

Researchers discover that severe emotional distress can damage the heart physically like a heart attack. At least 3,000 adults in the U.K. suffer from Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, colloquially termed as the “broken heart syndrome,” each year. It is caused by bereavement and severe emotional distress, which stuns and weakens the heart. This causes the left ventricle […]

11/08/2017 / By Janine Acero

Are your food allergies a result of lifestyle choices? Nearly half of people experience their first reactions after reaching adulthood

A new report from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has found that more than 45 percent of people develop food allergies after the age of 17. According to the new research, more than 35 percent of allergies to many types of seafood – including shrimp, crab, and lobster – do not appear until after […]

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