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  • Natural Support for Glaucoma

    Natural Support for Glaucoma

    Glaucoma is a condition that affects the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss. It is usually caused by increased pressure in the eye. While there is no cure for glaucoma, there are treatments that can help prevent or slow its progression. Vitamins and Supplements There are a number of vitamins and supplements that…

  • Nutrition in Gestational Diabetes

    Nutrition in Gestational Diabetes

    A healthy diet is important for all women, but it’s especially important for women with gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. It can go away (for most women) after the baby is born, but it can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes later in life. A healthy…

  • 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…

  • Beetroot

    A beetroot is a vegetable with deep purple roots. These can be eaten raw or cooked, and the green leafy part of the beet is also edible. The beetroot contains a unique group of antioxidants called betacyanins, which help to give them their vibrant colour and medicinal benefits. This study states that – beetroot appears…

  • Moringa

    Moringa (Moringa oleifera) is a flowering plant (tree) that is mainly found in parts of Africa, Asia and the tropics. It is also known as the Drumstick Tree or Indian Horseradish Tree – although there are many other local names for it too. The leaves contain an incredible amount of nutrition, and are full of vitamins,…

  • Lomatium

    Lomatium is a herb related to the carrot and celery family, and is native to the western part America (USA). It is also commonly known as indian parsley, indian carrot, desert parsley and biscuit root. In the past, it was used by the Native Americans (especially the Okanagan, Yakama and Washoe people) as a medicinal remedy and a…

  • Cherries

    Cherries come in many varieties – such as Dark Red or Yellow cherries. Certain types may posses superfood qualities. Montmorency cherries are the ones that have the most medicinal value. They posses anti-inflammatory qualities, are very rich in antioxidants and may aid in preventing and treating Gout. Due to their natural melatonin content, they can also help…