Bees are incredible creatures, and one of the products they create, honey is a truly magical substance – it’s the only food that never spoils if it’s stored in a sealed container. As long as moisture from the air doesn’t get in, honey keeps indefinitely! There are three reasons why it keeps for so long:Continue reading “Why Honey Never Spoils”
Category Archives: Health & Wellbeing
The 8 Best Herbs for Preventing and Treating Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, it’s a neurodegenerative disease associated with a build-up of certain proteins and chemicals in the brain, which causes the brain atrophy and brain cells to die. This leads to dementia symptoms that worsen over time. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning (thinking, remembering, andContinue reading “The 8 Best Herbs for Preventing and Treating Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia”
The Complete Food Additive Code Number List to Decode Food Ingredients
Food additives are listed on product labels with a three or four digit number code, because their real names may be far too long to use. This number system is known as the International Numbering System for Food Additives, or INS for short. For example, (300) in an ingredient list is the food additive codeContinue reading “The Complete Food Additive Code Number List to Decode Food Ingredients”
What Are the Real Health Benefits of Himalayan Salt Lamps?
Himalayan salt lamps have become very popular home decor accessories because of their aesthetic value and affordability. As natural crystals, they bring nature’s beauty into the home, and when crafted into lamps and illuminated, their warm pink, amber or orange glow creates a calming, tranquil and relaxing atmosphere within a room. Stunningly large pieces ofContinue reading “What Are the Real Health Benefits of Himalayan Salt Lamps?”
Are Ornamental Sweet Peas Edible?
Are Ornamental Sweet Peas Edible? Ornamental sweet peas are not edible, they are toxic and should not be eaten! The common sweet pea, Lathyrus odoratus is an ornamental leguminous annual climbing plant which is native to southern Italy, and is grown purely for its very fragrant and colourful flowers. Are Sweet Peas and Edible PeasContinue reading “Are Ornamental Sweet Peas Edible?”
The Easiest Way to Dry and Process Turmeric Root to Make Turmeric Powder
Turmeric (Curcuma longa syn. C. domestica) is a subtropical/tropical plant which is a member of the ginger (Zingiberaceae) family, and is native to Southwest India. It’s grown traditionally as a spice, medicine and as a source of bright yellow dye. Ground turmeric root is an important culinary spice, and curry powder contains up to 25%Continue reading “The Easiest Way to Dry and Process Turmeric Root to Make Turmeric Powder”
How to Grow the Medicinal Aloe Arborescens
Aloe arborescens, also know as the tree aloe, torch aloe, candelabra aloe or krantz aloe, is a hardy succulent perennial plant from the Aloe family Asphodelaceae, which is native to the south-eastern coast of Africa (Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe). This drought-tolerant succulent prefers to grow in sandy or rocky well-drained soil. ItContinue reading “How to Grow the Medicinal Aloe Arborescens”
How to Make Aloe Vera Gel from Fresh Aloe Vera Leaves
Aloe vera leaves contain a gel which is used externally to treat skin irritation, minor burns, sunburn, itching due to allergies and insect bites, sores, skin ulcers and many other conditions. The edible variety, Aloe vera barbadensis miller, is also used to make Aloe vera juice. This useful plant has a been used medicinally forContinue reading “How to Make Aloe Vera Gel from Fresh Aloe Vera Leaves”
How to Use Replaceable Filter Face Masks for COVID-19 Coronavirus Protection
For protection against COVID-19 Coronavirus, people have been using disposable surgical masks or N95 /P2 respirators. With the shortage of these protective masks, people have been advised to sew their own protective cloth masks , which are not as effective but still offer some protection, and are washable. A further development from these forms ofContinue reading “How to Use Replaceable Filter Face Masks for COVID-19 Coronavirus Protection”
Which Variety of Grape Vine Has Edible Leaves for Making Dolmades?
Dolmades (stuffed grape leaves) are a popular dish in Greek and Middle Eastern cuisine. These appetisers are made of meat, rice, various herbs and spices, all of which are wrapped in grape vine leaves and cooked. When cooking, it’s important to use the correct ingredients, which is why many people ask, which grape varieties areContinue reading “Which Variety of Grape Vine Has Edible Leaves for Making Dolmades?”
How To Safely Put on, Use and Remove a Face Mask to Protect Against COVID-19 Coronavirus
Now that more people are beginning to wear protective face masks, either P2/N95 rated masks, surgical masks or even homemade masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus transmission, it’s important that they use them correctly to get the best protection and avoid accidental contamination. Here’s how to safely put on, use and remove aContinue reading “How To Safely Put on, Use and Remove a Face Mask to Protect Against COVID-19 Coronavirus”
Why You Should Wear a Mask for COVID-19 Coronavirus, Debunking The Bad Science!
There has been a lot of bad advice coming from government authorities and ‘experts’ during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, and it usually starts with the ominous words “there is still no evidence that…”. The questionable advice which follows usually discourages people from helping themselves by taking extra precautions that take little to no effort andContinue reading “Why You Should Wear a Mask for COVID-19 Coronavirus, Debunking The Bad Science!”
Fact Check – Is Ibuprofen Safe? COVID-19 Coronavirus and Medications that Weaken Your Immune System
Some medications are known to weaken the immune system, and would therefore compromise the body’s capacity to fight off diseases such as the COVID-19 Coronavirus. There has been a lot of concerns about the safety of Ibuprofen use during the COVID-19 Coronavirus outbreak, so we’ll examine the facts from credible and authoritative sources about thisContinue reading “Fact Check – Is Ibuprofen Safe? COVID-19 Coronavirus and Medications that Weaken Your Immune System”
How COVID-19 Coronavirus Spreads and What You Can Do to Control It
The general public can play a significant role in reducing the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, it’s everyone’s responsibility, not just the government’s, and everyone has a role to play. Epidemic Control is a Community Effort, Why Selfishness is Dangerous! Since epidemics can affect everyone, the most vulnerable people are the weakest links in theContinue reading “How COVID-19 Coronavirus Spreads and What You Can Do to Control It”
COVID-19 Coronavirus Misinformation – Are Masks Protective?
Both the US and Australian governments are advising people that masks don’t work as protection against the COVID-19 coronavirus, but is this true? Half-truths are as bad as outright lies, and both governments are guilty of a dangerous half-truth here because they’re being very vague and non-specific in their advice, making it worse than useless.Continue reading “COVID-19 Coronavirus Misinformation – Are Masks Protective?”
The Top 30 Foods for the Urban Prepper Pantry
Being prepared is all about being ready for something before it happens, and that implies planning and strategy, not reacting in panic after the fact! There are a range of sensible measures available to everyone to increase self-reliance, regardless of who they may be. Learning to plan in life is important, rather than living dayContinue reading “The Top 30 Foods for the Urban Prepper Pantry”
What is the Best Disposable Dust Mask Respirator for Air Pollution and Smoke Protection
Disposable dust masks or respirators offer protection from fine particulate matter in the air such as dusts, aerosols and smoke. At the time of writing, respiratory protection has been in high demand in Australia due to the extensive bushfires sweeping through the country and the degradation in air quality to hazardous levels. According to newsContinue reading “What is the Best Disposable Dust Mask Respirator for Air Pollution and Smoke Protection”
Identifying and Growing Edible Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a hardy succulent semi-tropical plant which is native to North Africa and the SW Arabian Peninsula, but at the present time can almost be found worldwide. It’s a very tough plant which will grow in poor soil and hot, dry sunny locations, but can also be grown as an indoor plant nearContinue reading “Identifying and Growing Edible Aloe Vera”
Product Review – Earthing Oz Sleep Deep Pad
Sleep Deep Pad (image credit: Earthing Oz, http://www.EarthingOz.com.au, photo used with permission) In my article “Earthing and Grounding – Restoring Your Natural Balance” I discussed how the modern lifestyle subjects the human body to unnatural conditions which are potentially harmful to health and wellbeing. When a person is electrically insulated from the ground by synthetic-soledContinue reading “Product Review – Earthing Oz Sleep Deep Pad”
Product Review – Earthing Oz Universal Earthing Mat
Universal Earthing Mat (image credit: Earthing Oz, http://www.EarthingOz.com.au, photo used with permission) In my article “Earthing and Grounding – Restoring Your Natural Balance” I discussed how the modern lifestyle subjects the human body to unnatural conditions which are potentially harmful to health and wellbeing. When a person is electrically insulated from the ground by synthetic-soledContinue reading “Product Review – Earthing Oz Universal Earthing Mat”