Author: Pie Mulumba
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Why Tea Tree Oil Is My New Favorite Essential Oil
There’s a new ingredient in town that has garnered plenty of attention for some time now, and for good reason. The essential oil specialists over at Wholesale Botanics report that tea tree oil (melaleuca) is derived from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia – a small tree that can be found in Queensland and New South Wales, Australia.…
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Kefir: The Fermented Dairy Wonderproduct
If you were looking for a dairy-based fermented product to rival the probiotics found in yogurt, we may have just found it. Made from a combination of cultures of yeast and lactic acid bacteria (grains), kefir (the name originally derived from the Turkish word keyif – which translates to feeling good after a meal) is…
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Lip Fillers: Are They Worth The Pout?
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Kylie Jenner hails from reality-TV royalty, being the youngest sister of the Kardashian-Jenner clan. Aside from the recent fact that…
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Dry Skin Secrets: Which Ingredients To Look Out For
When it comes to skincare, it’s important to invest in products that will cater to your specific skin type. However, it can often be hard to find the right product in an industry that never seems to stop releasing new products every second. In the case of dry skin, which is typically accompanied by uncomfortable…
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Sauerkraut: A Great Probiotic Superfood
Sauerkraut – which translates to ‘sour cabbage’ in German – can be defined as fermented cabbage mixed with different herbs and spices that are common as a side dish or as a condiment. Fermentation is an age-old form of preserving food. Fermentation was an extremely viable option before the time of refrigeration as it not…
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Neurotoxins: Removing The Filth From Your Food
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Neurotoxins are substances that hinder the electrical activity of nerves within the body. They prevent them from…
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Choline: An Essential Nutrient For Your Health
Not only is choline an important B vitamin, but it’s also a nutrient that’s essential for a number of biological processes. These include DNA formation and healthy liver function, as well as helping to form tissue within the nervous system that plays a part in brain development and growth. As this nutrient is integral to various body…
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Diabetes-Friendly Foods That Help Lower Blood Sugar
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] Over 400 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and…
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Our Guide To Facial Acids And All You Need To Know
For some, the idea of using acid on your face may sound scary – however, it’s actually one of beauty’s best skincare practices. The use of facial acids as part of your skincare regime can lead to a clearer and brighter complexion. Not only do they help in exfoliating the skin, but they can also…
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Foods Best For Vaginal Health: Feed Your Flower
The right foods can affect every organ in our bodies – and that includes our vaginas, be it by spicing up our sex life or reducing the risk for a urinary tract infection. And while many women associate cranberry juice as the best food to ensure vaginal health, there are other foods that can provide…