Carrot and ginger cream soup - warm appetizer for pleasure and health
One of the most famous vegetables and a favourite healthy spice constitute a great combination for a holiday soup.
Let this creamy and mildly spiced soup lead you to real holiday enjoyment in gourmet meals.
Soft, crunchy and tasty little snacks
Muffins have become a part of many anniversaries and celebrations precisely because they have everything you need for an excellent treat – they’re tasty, they have an interesting shape, and they’re bite-sized.
You can make them with any of your favorite spices or ingredients. One of the secrets to a good muffin is to not to over-mix the batter.
It’s enough to mix them so that nothings stick out. Unlike other batters, this one doesn’t need to be smooth.
Warm yourself up with a beverage from apple, the queen of fruits
To make this drink you will need homemade juice drink and several minutes of your time.
Beverage from only a couple of ingredients for a supreme delight
For a pleasant surprise and a protein-rich beverage, convenient both as a drink in its own right or as an addition to a holiday meal, make an orange and almond nectar.
Can the mind heal the body?
An old saying goes "In healthy body, a healthy spirit", but it may require some changes.
Increasing attention is given to the idea that a healthy, balanced and optimistic spirit results in a healthy and vital body.
So, feed your mind with positive thoughts and your body will be resistant to the disease.
Sounds like a new-age philosophy, but it is a proven scientific fact.
Dr. Clark liver cleansing method- Infographics
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If you are constantly tired, sluggish, unfocused and in a bad mood, your body probably needs cleansing.
Of all types of body cleansing, liver cleansing is particularly important, because the liver, among other duties, has a role of purifying the blood of toxins and poisons.
Irregular liver functions may be the hidden cause of many problems:
Find out why you decorate Christmas tree!
A cottage in the snow, a warm light that spills over from the windows, smoke from chimneys and a crystal sky full of stars - for many this is the first image that comes to mind when thinking of Christmas, the silent night.
Then follow other images – a Christmas tree, families together with childhood stories, straw on the floor, candles on the table and a full spread of homemade delicacies prepared by the diligent hands of the household.
Maybe your Christmas memories are different from the above mentioned, but one thing is certain: you have at least one symbol which is in your mind linked exclusively to Christmas.
Lapis lazuli – a symbol of family bonds, love and joy
Lapis lazuli is a gemstone discovered in the mountains of Afghanistan 6000 years ago. Its name is closely associated with its intense color.
It is derived from the Latin word 'lapis', meaning 'stone', and from the Arabic 'azul' (the Arabic and Persian word 'lazhuward'), meaning 'blue'.
In antiquity, it was regarded as a holy stone, a universal symbol of wisdom and truth. For thousands of years, Lapis lazuli has been treasured for its intense blue colour.
In Ancient Rome Lapis lazuli was most highly prized for its strong aphrodisiac properties, while in the Middle Ages people believed that this crystal relieves one's soul from the burden of sin.
Lower your blood pressure, enchance memory and enjoy with vegan hot cocoa
Do you know that cocoa is in fact only the fifth ingredient in the hot cocoa drink, which you bought at least once as a ready-to-use mix in a bag?
Ahead of it, with much higher concentrations and quantities, are sugars, corn syrup and a mixture of various refined oils that harm your health.
You should therefore try vegan hot cocoa made of only four natural ingredients, which will refresh you, warm you up and improve your health over the long term.
You only need five minutes for this recipe which may be enjoyed without fear by people intolerant of lactose, as well as those who wish something time-tested, healthy and delicious.
A tasty delicatessen with thyme, oregano and basil
Little spicy buns or breads meant to be served at the Christmas table need not be just a hot appetizer.
You may relish eating this bread slowly throughout the meal.
A combination of thyme, oregano and basil guarantees an amazingly tasty delicatesse with a softness and aroma which your guests will find it hard to resist.
Liquid Glass
Have you ever wondered how to protect your desktops so that you do not have to clean them anymore?
I admit that I have.
With raising children and a job, sometimes I just do not find time to clean scale from shower cabin.
Fortunately, the problem of surface cleaning is not considered just by housewives, but by scientists too.
Divine Lavender
Divine? Oh yes, it is.
To begin with, let us look at its color.
Purple is the color of the crown chakra, the place where we meet with the highest form of spirituality, where the supreme cosmic wisdom unites our spiritual and physical nature.
In doing so we should bare in mind that the color purple is basically a mixture of red and blue, respectively, i.e. the color of impulses and the color of mental ability.
Horseradish for cold days
You are visiting your friend and his family on a lunch.
A rich meal is served and the small bowl contains horseradish sauce you have never eaten before.
You tell to yourself: "I've tried many things, so let’s give it a taste”.
Suddenly, tears fill your eyes and mucus start coming from your nose. You start blushing and rush off to the toilet.
Kefir – healing mushroom in the Caucasus
Kefir is a delicious and nutritious dairy drink originating in the Caucasus.
According to legend, the granules and instructions for its preparation were given to the natives directly from the Prophet Muhammad, together with the commandment about keeping it secret.
The inhabitants of the Caucasus, for which is believed that they owe their vitality and longevity to everyday enjoyment of this healing potion, have indeed for centuries jealously guarded the secret of kefir preparation. In fact, up until the moment when love became involved in its story.
Homegrown is healthy!
The other day on the Internet I came across a survey regarding fruit and vegetable peels, to remove it or not, so I decided to write about it.
So, the survey interviewed a couple of passers-by and asked them whether they remove the peel off the fruits and vegetables before eating and cooking.
All participants said that always remove it because it contains pesticides.
Unfortunately, many do not know that vegetables release most of their nutrients in the water during cooking. We pour that water out and eat vegetables without vitamins.
Genetically modified mosquitoes will soon be released into the environment
Alliance for mosquito control, with the help of private company Oxitec Insect Technology, plans to launch the release of GMO mosquitoes in Florida.
The first release of GMO mosquitoes occurred in the Cayman Islands in 2009, and the second in Malaysia in 2010.
Now the residents of Florida, like the citizens of the Cayman Islands and Malaysia, will be exposed to these genetically created insects without their consent.
Oil-protein diet for healing
Dr. Johanna Budwig, a famous German biochemist, during the fifties of the 20th century created the oil-protein diet that can help in the treatment of many serious diseases.
This scientist wrote a dozen books, two of which include - "Cancer - the problem and the solution" and "Oil-Protein Cookbook."
Due to her research, Dr. Budwig was nominated for the six Nobel prizes.
The most healing plants in the world: hemp
Imagine a plant that can satisfy all human needs.
A plant that can be used as a food, medicine, fuel, clothing material, building material and even fodder.
All this is possible with well-know plant that is a “taboo” for many people - hemp, both known as cannabis, marijuana and weed.
Industrial hemp has a lower share of psychoactive substance THC and does not cause intoxication.
Five elements - the foundation of Feng shui
Well know that energy cannot be created from nothing, nor can energy become anything.
In fact, it can only change its robe.
Now it is wearing the green of spring, it will replace it with fiery red during the summer and in the autumn it will change to golden-brown and in winter it will put on an ice cold cloak.
Such grandeur of nature speaks of the abundance of the different faces of chi.
Feng shui - a true treasure
Modern age thinker, Albert Einstein, said: "We all dance according to the mystical sounds of a distant, invisible flute."
Great Einstein knew it.
He looked beyond the material world; he saw the shimmering delicate network of threads that encompasses us all, everything that exists on Earth and in the Universe.
He saw that we all dance a unique dance.
The most healing plants of the world - frankincense
Frankincense is an aromatic resin obtained from the Boswellia tree that grows throughout Asia and Africa.
Most of us are familiar with the ecclesiastical ritual that is performed putting a piece of white aromatic resin on hot coals.
Frankincense is one of the oldest scents.
People traded it 5000 years ago in the Arabian Peninsula and North Africa, where it was worth like gold.
Yin Yang - a wheel that moves the world
Most of people are familiar with the symbol of Yin and Yang, so it is no coincidence it is so popular and widespread throughout the world.
What is the secret of its appeal?
Most people do not know the versatility and genius of this symbol, how many laws can be read from it!
The symbol is made of a circle in which Yin (dark part) and Yang (bright area) are stationed.
The FDA finally warns of serious side effects of cholesterol-lowering drugs
Nearly 32 million Americans currently take statin drugs to lower their cholesterol levels, but they are probably completely unaware that these drugs can come with side effects like diabetes and memory loss. Why don't they know? Because until recently, the FDA didn't require these drugs to carry a warning of these possible dangers.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the need for new warnings for popular statin drugs like Lipitor, Zocor and Crestor. The new labels warn doctors and patients that statin drugs can cause hyperglycemia (i.e. high blood sugar levels) and increase the risk of developing diabetes.
Whitney Houston - the latest drug victim?
American music icon Whitney Houston is another tragic drug victim.
According to the latest information from the media, there were no drugs found near Whitney when she died, but there were prescribed medicaments.
It is assumed that these medicaments caused the death of Whitney Houston.
As reported by the American media, "plenty of medicaments were found in the Whitney’s room, among them were Lorazepam, Valium, Xanax and sleeping medicaments."
Daisy - small flower with magnificent healing properties
Many of you probably have at least once picked this flower and tore its petals one by one counting "He/she loves me, he/she loves me not ..."
You can immediately guess we are talking about a daisy, Lat Bellis Perennis L, also known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. This lovely little flower grows everywhere and its season is just beginning.
But no matter how small – it has magnificent healing properties.
World's most beneficial essential oils
Sandalwood essential oil (lat. Santalum album) is extracted through steam distillation of pieces of wood from matured Sandalwood trees between 40 and 80 years old.
The older the tree, the more oil is available and the stronger the aroma.
Also known as Sandalwood, sandalwood essential oil has been used as a medicine and in cultural and spiritual ceremonies for centuries. It is one of the oldest incense materials used specifically for its exotic scent, in use for at least 4000 years.
How to make compost
Compost: Do you separate kitchen waste?
Did you know that 30% of household waste is organic waste?
Composting of biodegradable household waste can turn into something useful.
Make use of waste usually throw it in the trash to produce compost that is worth like gold for your plants.
How to Properly Decorate Your Home and Attract Positive Energy
It’s no secret that the Christmas holidays are a stressful time.
There's a lot to prepare including choosing decorations and gifts and fixing up your home both for yourself and for the guests who will soon start visiting.
Use the proven methods of Feng Shui to set up your home for the occasion.
Feng Shui is a powerful tool for creating peaceful and harmonious energy.
Table of compatible plants
If you have decided to plant your own eco garden this spring, this table of compatible plants is what you need.
Just like people, some plants go well together, while others "do not stand each other."
Planting plants according to their compatibility can improve their growth, increase yields and protect plants from pests.
Caution - glucose-fructose syrup!
You wanted to snack a single cookie, but then you have realized you have eaten a whole box?
Are you quenching your thirst with fizzy drinks, but still want to drink more?
The reason is not the lack of self-discipline, but a type of sugar that is found in most processed products.
It is called glucose-fructose syrup.
Cocoa - food of the gods
According to Aztec king Montezuma, this beverage was reserved for warriors and social elite and it also had sacral and ceremonial application.
Swedish botanist Linne gave this plant name Theobroma Cacao L, where Theobroma means “food of the gods".
Cacao grows on trees that are on average 4-8 meters high and it a part of the evergreen family of Sterculiaceae.
The origins of this plant are in tropical areas of Southern America and its fruit is mostly used for making cocoa powder and chocolate.
Pervading energy of Chi
Chi, what is that? Who is pulling all the strings?
Even our ancient ancestors asked themselves that question, then the ancient thinkers, great philosophers, and today’s scientist still ask it.
A long journey in search of answers began back in the early days of human civilization, when people started searching for clarifications of powerful forces such as thunder, rain, lightning, light, darkness, moonlight etc.
Healthiest food in the world: cranberry
Cranberry, Lat Vaccinium macrocarpon, is a bushy plant with astringent red fruits.
Originally from North America, where the natives have long been used as food, medicine and in religious purposes.
Because of its properties, it is deservedly ranked among the healthiest plants in the world.
Healing power of colors
In the harsh world in which we live and which demands from us to stay firmly grounded, perhaps we miss magic the most.
However, it is actually all around us, we just have to reach for it.
Therefore, we can use colours.
Colors are a powerful tool for achieving mental and physical balance, but despite that, we are almost unaware of their power.
These products can cause cancer, asthma, infertility and birth defects if used daily
Many of us already know that, but now world famous organizations like WHO started talking about them.
A study conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO), made disheartening conclusions regarding the effects of common household chemicals.
Research confirms that products we use in everyday life contain ingredients that cause cancer, asthma, infertility and even birth defects.
Castor oil –a poison or a remedy?
"Is not that oil toxic?" – you must ask yourselves when you hear about castor oil.
It is true that ricin is one of the most potent toxins in the world.
It is obtained from the Castor oil plant (L. Ricinus communis), and that plant is marked as the most poisonous plant in the world in the Guinness Book of World Records.
But castor oil is not toxic, it is actually very beneficial.
How to cure high blood pressure naturally
High pressure is a plague of the modern age. Today the disease affects 80% of the elderly population and 40% of people older than 35 years.
If you have high blood pressure, do not ignore it. High blood pressure is a silent killer because it can lead to heart disease, stroke, kidney failure and premature death.
If you have hypertension, you do not have to take pills for the rest of your life.
Fortunately, there are natural methods that will help you successfully control, and even completely cure, this disease.
Body Ecology
It is said that the cleanliness is next to godliness. Where to find real godliness then?
When changing the oil in the engine of our car, we choose a quality brand of oil.
When we buy clothes and shoes we choose reliable manufacturers and designers.
And what about the food we consume every day?
How to get rid of lower back pains with simple exercises
Some of you have certainly experienced that uncomfortable feeling - when your pain as if a knife is stabbed in your lower back.
In some cases it can be very painful, lasts for days and prevent normal movement.
Back pain is most common among people aged 20-40 years and affects nearly 60% of the population.
This fruit absorbs radiation, protects the liver and strengthens immunity
This fruit, with fruits like berries, has a sour, pungent taste.
It is resistant to winter and frosts and, therefore, can survive in temperatures as low as -47 degrees Celsius, for which it is dubbed Siberian blueberries.
Because of its resistance, it is now growing in colder countries such as Finland, Sweden and Russia.
It originates from North America, from where it came to Europe. North American natives used it as food and medicine.
Do it yourself: make puzzle-cookies, stuffed animals and little boots and let the whole family enjoy
The holidays are coming.
The first is Saint Nicholas, a favourite among tots because of – presents.
But you’ve had enough of plastic building blocks, dolls and cars in the stocking or under the tree?
You’d like to give your loved ones something special, but you aren’t sure what, and the available holiday gifts seem too much and too expensive?
Amaranth - ancient cereal for a healthy heart and strong immune system
Amaranth (Lat. Amaranthus spp.) is an ancient cereal that is widespread in Asia and America.
This nutrient pseudocereal has been cultivated for over 8000 years.
In Croatia, amaranth is still a relatively new food item, but it is becoming more popular due to its superior nutritional properties.
Amaranth’s appearance is similar to millet.
3 tricks for cleansing the body of toxins
In ancient cultures people lived in clean environment and ate healthy diet.
Regardless of that, they regularly cleansed their organism.
Today, when the air, water and food are polluted, cleansing is becoming more important.
For most people, the body is burdened by digesting heavy and unhealthy food, especially during the winter when we eat less fruit and vegetables.
The benefits of massage
An ancient Indian proverb says that diseases do not come near to the people that are massaged every day.
Massage is one of the most recognized methods of relaxation and healing.
The word massage comes from the Arabic massa, meaning touch.
Massage encompasses a number of different techniques, but it is based on pressure, tapping, stretching and smoothing of muscles and connective tissues using varying intensity.
Raised beds - the perfect home for your plants
Do you want your plants to grow better?
Do you want the plants to provide better air circulation and protect them from the cold and parasites?
Do you have any health problems and find it hard to bend for weeding out the garden?
Here is a solution for you - raised flower beds!
Fight off infections during pregnancy with these herbal remedies
Though unwanted, infections are fairly common during pregnancy.
During this period, a depressed activity of T-cells (T-lymphocites) weakens the immune system and makes pregnant women more prone to opportunistic infections.
Infections of the urinary tract, vaginal inflammation and fungi frequently occur due to changes in the flora of the genitourinary tract and hormonal changes.
When the infection occurs, pregnant women often wonder whether they could relieve their condition by using natural treatments instead of antibiotics and other chemical substances.
Old folk Russian recipe for blood cleansing
Try this old folk Russian recipe for blood cleansing.
Alternative doctors recommend it for all circulatory problems - feeling of coldness or tingling in arms and legs, fatigue etc.
Benefits of sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds are rich in minerals and vitamins, notably E and B1. Besides improving circulation, they help the whole body - hair, eyes, liver, bones and muscles.
Free healing food hidden in your backyard
Optimal health can be achieved only by living in harmony with nature.
Cultivating your own food is a great way to make contact with nature.
But have you ever thought about the wild plants growing in your yard?
Plants that are considered as "weeds" can be delicious if you prepare them properly.
How sleep affects our health
We spend almost a third of our lives sleeping.
Although the role of sleep is not yet entirely clear, sleep is among the most important human needs.
Without enough sleep, we do not have enough energy at work place, or at home.
Important life decisions are difficult to make when we are sleep deprived and nervous.
Rosemary - a spice, remedy and a symbol of fidelity
Rosemary is a shrubbery plant that originates from the Mediterranean region, but is now cultivated throughout Europe and America.
Named after the Latin words ros (dew) and marinus (sea), meaning "sea dew", since its growth benefits from sea breeze that carry moisture.
Throughout the history, the rosemary was very popular, it holds a special place among plants because of the symbolism which is tied to it.
It is valued as a spice and natural medicine for over a thousand years, and even Greek gods loved it.
Radiation - the invisible killer
During the 50-es of last century, Dr. Ernst Hartmann started showing intense interest in the global network, which he thoroughly researched and has proved its malignancy.
He found that it consists of meridians that extend in north-south direction every 2.5 m and of parallels extending from east to west every 2 m.
Places where the meridians and parallels intersect represent nodes that were named Hartmann nodes after the man who discovered them.
All the power of Earth’s magnetic energy is concentrated in these nodes and standing on such nodes can be harmful to human, animal and even plant organisms.
The healing properties of rhubarb
With the arrival of spring, long forgotten plant rhubarb also arrived.
Unfortunately, most of us today know almost nothing about the rhubarb, which is why we decided to write about this forgotten plant.
Rhubarb is a perennial, herbaceous plant. It has large leaves and long triangular fleshy stalks.
It has green-white and pink-red flowers.
Artichoke – a delicacy and a medicine
Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) is a plant from the family of compositae.
It is mostly found in southern Europe, the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands.
It has always been very much appreciated and today forty varieties of it are cultivated.
According to the drawings of Egyptian tombs, it is in use for at least 2500 years, making it one of the oldest food items.
Ama - when toxins cause disease
A disease may have several causes.
Some blame the foreign invaders - viruses, bacteria and parasites.
Others argue that the diseases are coming from the "inside", that we are affected when the balance in our body is disturbed.
Our health can be ruined by stress, unhealthy lifestyle, toxins in our environment, and unbalanced diet.
12 essential oils for more energy
This can be more helpful than energetic drinks.
Some essential oils increase the energy, vitalize and stimulate activity.
They have such properties due to molecules that reach our brains trough our nostrils and then stimulate the central nervous system.
Ceylon cinnamon - natural remedy more precious than gold
What's the first thing that comes to your mind at the mention of cinnamon? Granny's homemade apple strudel, Mom's gingerbread cookies or winter tea?
Although cinnamon is mainly used today as a spice, it was so highly treasured in the past that it was considered more precious than gold.
Cinnamon has a long history both as a spice and as a medicine.
It was mentioned in the Old Testament as one of the three principal spices Moses needed to produce the precious oil for holy anointment.
Carob – a friend of children’s digestion and one of our grandmothers’ favourite spices
With the holidays fast approaching, many of you are enjoying in preparing and tasting holiday sweets. If you’re opting for healthy ones, let carob be one of your main ingredients.
Carob is a Mediterranean evergreen with the Latin name of Ceratonia silique, which bears profusely brown edible pods. The pods contain seeds which, regardless of their size and how they are stored, always have an equal mass of precisely 0.18 grams.
Our living space is our reflection
Our living space mirrors our personality.
How many times have we heard this theory! But how much truth is there?
Think about the joy you feel when redecorating your apartment, choosing colors and furniture with much enthusiasm, changing the appearance of every room, introducing plants and various small details.
How much joy we feel when we find the exact color we wanted, and yet how sad we get when we see that the chair we bought looked different in a furniture showroom than it looks in our home!
Redecoration attempts are spiced with mood swings, from excitement to disappointment.
Milk thistle - the guardian of your liver
If you have enjoyed too much alcohol or fatty foods during Easter holidays, it feels especially good to detoxify the liver.
One of the best plants to protect and detoxify the liver is milk thistle, Silybum marianum.
Milk thistle is often considered as a burdock. These are very similar, but not the same plants.
Milk thistle can grow up to two meters in height and is filled with spikes, but is worth the effort because of its exceptional healing potentials.
How the moon affects our life and health
Although the Moon is often admired as an ornament on the night sky, the faithful companion of the Earth is much more than that.
By observing its changes, we will see that it is always seemingly being born and growing, and then it gradually decreases and vanishes.
It is this feature of his that represent a link to the universal laws of time that all forms of life obey.
We could say at multiple levels that the Moon literally serves us as a subtle guide through life.
Healing with medlar – an unfairly ignored gift of nature
Medlar (Mespilus germanica) is a fruit belonging to the rose family.
It is fairly common wild deciduous bush, two to five meters high or a cultivated tree, which can grow up to eight meters high.
It originated in the southwestern Asia, from where it was brought to Europe, initially to Greece and Italy, but later to the whole continent.
Medlar is a fruit that used to be enjoyed by the ancient Assyrians and Babylonians.
Spicy raw carrot spaghetti
Treat yourself with a tasty specialty - spicy raw carrot spaghetti.
The preparation may require a bit more time, but every minute will be worth it.
The result will be a delightful combination of smell and taste, plus preserved natural ingredients you will enjoy.
The plate rich in colours and smells will also provide you with an abundance of vitamins and minerals.
The healing power of movement
Often when we are in a state of physical or mental imbalance we seek a "cure" outside of ourselves.
But we can solve more problems with activating our inner potentials.
It is necessary to introduce certain natural laws and learn how to use them.
The healing power of movement can help us to solve many problems.
Five recipes with natural ingredients for cough relief
The cough is a frequent consequence of a viral or a bacterial infection of the airways.
Other symptoms may be a runny nose, sneezing, sore and swollen throat, fever, headache and muscular pain.
Coughing occurs when viruses, bacteria, dust, pollen or other irritants come into contact with the nerve endings in the airways between the throat and the lungs.
Graviola – a rainforest plant that treats cancer
You have not yet heard of graviola? This plant is a new "hit" in natural medicine, and news of it spreads with lightning speed.
Graviola (Annona muricata) is an evergreen plant native to Central and South America.
Today it is cultivated in Mexico, the Caribbean, Colombia, Peru and Venezuela.
It can be found in sub-Saharan Africa and countries in Southeast Asia.