Tag: anti bacterial

  • Maple Syrup

    This natural sweetener is becoming popular as a natural and healthy alternative to refined sugar. It is made from the sap of maple trees. The sap is collected and boiled, leaving a thick, sweet syrup. This is then filtered to remove any impurities. Canada is the largest producer of Maple Syrup (producing around 70% –…

  • Garlic

    Garlic (allium sativum) is a member of the allium family, which also includes other relatives such as onions, leeks, shallots and chives. The most beneficial compounds found in garlic are allicin and diallyl sulphides. These are anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, and help to give it health promoting properties. Allicin is able to enter the body from…