The herb that has come to be known as St John’s Wort is known to science as hypericum perforatum, and it was of course named in honor of St. John the Baptist. The golden flowers of St. John’s Wort traditionally bloom in June, which was the month of St. John the Baptist’s birth. The term … Read more
As its name implies, the Chinese wolfberry is native to China and other parts of Asia, and it has long been part of traditional Oriental medicine. The health benefits of the Chinese wolfberry were known as far back as 1000 A.C., and the traditional Chinese Medica reference book contains many references to this important superfood. … Read more
For many years, the Acai berry has been a well-kept secret of the Amazon rainforest. The rainforests of the Amazon are thought to hold the key to treating many ailments and common diseases, and for thousands of years the indigenous peoples of the Amazon region have known about the many health-enhancing benefits of the Acai … Read more
Hey, how are those fitness resolutions going? It’s been quite some time since January 1st, and I’m sure that you’re feeling great about the new year and the opportunities it brought. But how many of us have actually stuck to our fitness goals for more than a week or two? How many managed to maximize … Read more