Meet onion's delicate cousin! Known for its delicate, meaty, onion-like flavor, shallot, a member of the onion family, adds flavor to dishes worldwide. Shallot (Allium ascalonicum) most likely originates from Southeast Asia, spreading into India and the Mediterranean region. Typically, it's used as seasoning for foods, food industry products, and medicine. Shallot contains carbohydrates and …
As of 2022, 80% of the population of the United States lives in urban areas. Science tells us those living in urban areas are at higher risk of unhealthy lifestyle factors like high-fat diets, lack of adequate exercise, and higher levels of stress. On top of this, there are also more pollutants in city environments. …
If you have ever bought a spice rack loaded with seasonings, chances are marjoram is one of those spices. Origanum majorana, commonly known as marjoram, sweet basil, and wild oregano, is popular worldwide. Marjoram is used traditionally for skin diseases, stomach problems, heart concerns, and blood sugar imbalances. It also dealt with a variety of …
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Cold-water immersion therapy dates back as far as 3500 BC. Hippocrates in the 4th century BC wrote about using cold water therapies for medicinal purposes. During the last few decades, cold plunging has been gaining popularity, especially among athletes. One specific method, developed by Wim Hof, is getting extraordinarily popular. What is the Wim Hof …
Bay leaf (Laurus nobilis) has been used for centuries for medicinal and culinary purposes. Though native to the Mediterranean region, bay leaf is now grown in warm climates worldwide. In ancient times, this sharp, bitter-tasting herb was known as a symbol of victory, fame, and prosperity. Individuals in past eras would prosper with bay leaf. …
It's possible to manage pain with acupuncture in a more natural way. Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine developed over 2500 years ago. It uses extremely thin, solid needles inserted into the skin along specific points to stimulate healing. Acupuncture works to address imbalances by improving energy flow throughout the body. Generally, sessions last 30-60 …
If you put a group of herbalists on an island and told them they could only have one herb, yarrow would likely be the popular choice. Often considered a jack-of-all-herbs, yarrow is a powerful, well-known plant. For thousands of years, yarrow (Achillea millefolium) has been used by cultures worldwide for numerous health concerns. Yarrow is …