Coriander is used on many different foods and added for it's flavour. Coriander is believed to bind to heavy metals and facilitate their removal from the body. It is also considered to be a digestive aid and to help lower blood sugar levels. It's an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory which means that it protects your body against celluar damage and slows down aging. 

You can put Coriander on almost anything. Not only does it add a delicious flavour, but it has plenty of health benefits as well. 

Download my recipe for coriander mint chutney

It can be difficult to find a milk alternative for people who have trouble digesting dairy, but non-homogenized milk can be a good option for people who still want to enjoy dairy without the digestive discomfort. 

Non-homogenized milk is milk that has not undergone the homogenization process, which is a mechanical process that breaks up the fat in the milk into smaller particles so that they remain evenly dispersed in the milk. Homogenized milk has a consistent, smooth texture and appearance, but non-homogenized milk separates into cream and milk layers, along with chunks of fat.

Non-homogenized milk is can be easier to digest than homogenized milk. For people with dairy digestion issues, this can be very beneficial. The reason it is easier to digest is because the non-homogenized milk is not broken down into as small particles as it is in the homogenized milk. The fat particles in non-homogenized milk are bigger and more easily digested, which is what reduces the digestive discomfor...

Asafoetida is a resinous gum derived from the roots of the Ferula plant. It has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Middle Eastern medicine as a digestive aid. Here are some ways in which asafoetida may help with digestion:

1. Relieves flatulence: Asafoetida has anti flatulent properties, which means that it can help relieve gas and bloating. It contains compounds that help to break down complex carbohydrates and reduce the production of gas in the gut.

2. Stimulates digestive enzymes: Asafoetida stimulates the production of digestive enzymes such as amylase, lipase, and protease. These enzymes help to break down food into smaller molecules that can be easily absorbed by the body.

3. Anti-inflammatory properties: Asafoetida has anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce inflammation in the gut. Inflammation can interfere with digestion and cause discomfort.

4. Anti-spasmodic properties: Asafoetida has anti-spasmodic properties that can help to relax the smooth mu

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Want healthier hair naturally? Here is my favourite essential oil remedy for thicker hair the prevents hair loss and hair fall. It contains essential oils that stimulate and moisturize the scalp.

Winter is a very dry season, your hair starts to become dry and brittle, so it falls out and becomes thin. This hair oil is the perfect thing to combat the dryness of winter. 

Start by choosing a carrier oil. I like to use jojoba oil, but you can use aragon oil, castor oil, grapeseed oil, olive oil. Experiment and see which oil works best with your scalp.

Next, add some essential oils that stimulate the scalp. Some of my favourites are:

- Peppermint. Peppermint is a wonderful stimulant for the scalp, it helps treat dandruff, and reduces inflammation. 

- Grapefruit. Grapefruit is also a great stimulant, and smells really good as well. 

- Lavender. Lavender has many benefits, it treats dandruff and moisturizes the scalp. It has also been proven to increase the number of hair follicles, wh...

Cloves have multiple uses, from adding flavour to providing relief for toothaches! They have amazing health benefits. They are anti-fungal, antiviral, antiseptic, and anti-microbial.

They have been used medicinally in Ayurveda and have also been used to preserve foods and add flavour. What's more, they are analgesic and carminative, so they are a wonderful way to keep the digestive tract healthy. I love to use them in my chai every morning because they are so good for digestion.

Cloves can also be used as a remedy for toothaches. You can hold a clove or apply clove oil on the place where you are having tooth pain. 

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Sore throats and dry coughs can be incredibly irritating, making it difficult to speak, eat, and get a good night's sleep. Luckily, there are some natural remedies that can help soothe the symptoms and get you feeling better in no time.

One remedy that has been used for centuries is a mixture of honey, turmeric, black pepper, and Ceylon cinnamon. These ingredients are all readily available, and they are known for their potent medicinal properties. Here's how to make the remedy:

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon of raw unpasteurized honey
• 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of Ceylon cinnamon powder

This remedy helps soothe sore throats and dry coughs due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It eases and moisturizes the throat. Honey is a natural antibacterial agent that helps soothe the throat and reduce inflammation. Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help reduce swelling and prot...

Herb Infused Oil for Dry Skin to Keep Your Skin Soft All Winter.

I love this easy-to-make herb-infused oil for dry skin. This dry skin remedy can be used every night before bed, simply massage into the skin and allow it to soak in all night for soft skin all winter long. Infused with lavender and calendula, I add vitamin E, frankincense essential oil, and sandalwood essential oil to moisturize.

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This oil will leave your skin feeling soft all winter long. It incorporates folk remedies for dry skin but also herbs that have been proven to moisturize the skin. Start by picking a base oil or carrier oil. Personally, for skin I love using sweet almond oil but some people like olive oil, and coconut oil. You can try different oils and see which one feels the best on your skin. Next, add some dried lavender and lavender is proven to moisturize the skin, some calendula which is excellent for the skin and it's excellent for healing the s...

In this easy to make chai recipe I share my favourite herbs to add to your chai. Did you know that all these herbs are carminatives? This means they aid in digestion and keeping the digestive tract healthy. Enjoying a cup of chai in the morning is one of my favourite rituals and it's a great way to wake up your digestive system! So try out this authentic chai recipe to start your morning right. 

To make the chai, fill up a cup over halfway with water, and then add milk on top. Pour the mixture into a pot. In a mortar and pestle, crush up some black pepper, cardamom, cloves and cinnamon. Throw the crushed herbs into the pot with the mixture. Add a pinch of dried holy basil, and then some fresh ginger. Turn on the stove, and when the chai is about to boil, add some black tea. Turn the stove down and then back up to a boil. Repeat this several times. Once it is done, strain it and drink it. 

You can find all of the ingredients here 

Fire cider is a traditional folk remedy to keep the body warm in the winter months to support immunity and help ward off colds and viruses. You can easily make this at home by soaking warming foods and herbs in apple cider vinegar for 4 weeks. Strain, add some honey to sweeten, and take 2 tablespoons every day. Here’s what I put in mine: garlic, horseradish, onion, ginger, lemon, apple cider vinegar, thyme, oregano, lemon, cayenne, shisandra berries and rosemary.

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Elderberry is one of the most commonly used medicinal plants in the world.

A lot of people love it because it's full of antioxidants and vitamin C. It's probably what makes it so good at helping to ward off colds and flu and viruses. Based on vitro studies, an elderberry extract can destroy up to ten different strains of the flu virus.

In ancient days, the whole tree was viewed as a medicine chest in itself and the leaves were used a lot for sprains and bruises.

Meanwhile, an elderflower was used for chest infections and any kind of infections. 

In general, plants grow where they are needed.

Elderberry actually grows all across North America so it's a wonderful staple. It's something I always keep on hand in my medicine chest either the dried berries. I'm constantly making elderberry syrup and making sure I have it in the fridge at all times

I made a vlog on elderberry syrup as this is one of my favourite remedies of all time. 

It’s a great way to protect yourself from cold...