Category Archives: Herbs

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  Know Your Teas

  Posted on January 23, 2012 by Varsha in Health, Herbs, Lifestyle

  Consumption of teas has grown in popularity over the years. There are a variety of tea options with a numerous health benefits. The most commonly available teas are black, green, and herbal. All teas originate from Camellia sinensis, which is a native plant to India and China. On top of tea’s antimicrobial properties, research has [...]

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  Therapeutic Uses of Ginger

  Posted on January 16, 2012 by Varsha in Herbs, Home Remedies

  Every spice is filled with a variety of healing properties. In fact every vegetable, every fruit, every grain, each of them have their own medicinal properties. As time goes on, I would like to share all that information with you on what food or spice is good for what ailment. For now, I would like [...]

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  My favourite herb: Tulsi

  Posted on January 7, 2012 by Varsha in Herbs

  The one plant that you are guaranteed to find in my home is Tulsi, which is Sanskrit for Holy Basil. In fact, you will find the Tulsi plant in many Indian homes, as it is considered to be an auspicious plant that brings health, wealth, and prosperity. I will also let you know that Tulsi [...]

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