Archive for the ‘Glossary’ Category
Rosemary
Rosemary (Rosemarinus officinalis) is a familiar dense, evergreen, aromatic shrub grown in many parts of the world. The fresh and dried leaves are used frequently in the kitchen for seasoning food. Rosemary is commonly used to relieve symptoms caused by respiratory disorders. The oil is used externally for joint pain and poor circulation. Extracts of [...]
Castor oil
Castor (Ricinus communis) The castor oil plant is a native of India where it bears several ancient Sanskrit names, the most ancient and most usual being Eranda, which has passed into several other Indian languages. The plant thrives in tropical climates where it can grow 30 to 40 feet high; in the Azores and the [...]
Calendula
Healing with Calendula Flowers Calendula (Calendula officinalis), also known as marigold, is one of several herbs used traditionally to treat conjunctivitis (pink eye) and other eye inflammations as it helps to reduce the swelling and redness of eye infections. It is also believed that calendula may have some anti-spasmodic action, and as such, it has been [...]
The Benefits of Jojoba Oil
Jobojba (Simmondsia chinenis) is a shrub native to the Sonoran Desert of northwestern Mexico and neighboring regions in Arizona and southern California. The woody evergreen shrub may reach 15 ft. (4.5 m) in height, with a life span of 100-200 years, depending on environmental conditions. Jojoba oil is not oil but a liquid wax [...]
Ylang ylang
Ylang ylang, “flower of flowers”, is a tree growing up to sixty feet high that produces beautiful yellow flowers, in Madagascar, Sumatra, and the Philippines. Ylang ylang has been traditionally used as an antiseptic, a scalp tonic, to treat insomnia, fever, acne, and has a soothing effect on the skin. var addthis_config = {“data_track_clickback”:};
Causes of Hair Loss
The hair is nourished at the root by your diet. Hair loss can be caused by diabetes, stress, skin disease, vitamin deficiency, thyroid disease, excess estrogen, iron deficiency, poor circulation, weight loss and acute illness. It can be caused by legal (over – the – counter) drugs, radiation, surgery, inadequate nourishment before menopause or during [...]
Lavender
Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia) Lavender is indigenous to Africa, Mediterranean, Arabian Peninsula, and Russia but is cultivated all over the world. The Latin name Lavandula is derived from the verb lavare, “to wash,” and is also famous for its beautiful scent. Lavender is an excellent herb that can be added to any First Aid Kit. Lavender [...]
Cinnamon & Honey Home Remedies
Cinnamon has been valued as an aromatic spice since ancient times and as a medicine to treat colds, to warm the digestion. Combined with honey, a highly concentrated source of many essential nutrients, has several healing properties. Heart Disease: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply on bread, instead of jelly and jam [...]
Jojoba Oil & It’s Magical Properties
Jojoba oil is extracted from seeds of the jojoba plant, scientifically known as Simmondsia chinensis, which are indigenous to southern United States and northern Mexico. Pure jojoba oil has a bright, golden color…
Spiced Butter
Spiced Butter is a rich, warming blend of oils like pumpkin , recommended for a deep moisturizing treatment. Along with the essential oils of cinnamon, clove, patchouli, and ginger, that rejuvenates the skin, invigorates, and spices up the senses. var addthis_config = {“data_track_clickback”:};
