Archive for November, 2008
Sage (Salvia officinalis, Salvia grande or Garden Sage) is a perennial herb which is widely used both in cooking (in particular, to flavor various dishes with meat, omelets, soups, cheese, etc.) and in herbal medicine as an effective antiseptic and natural antibiotic. The herb received its name Salvia Officinalis from Latin Salvere - to heal, and such known ancient physicians as Hippocrates and Pedanius Dioscorides studied therapeutic properties of sage. In the Roman Empire, sage was considered to be a “sacred herb”, because it could create and save human life. A sage tea was believed to help women to conceive, as well as to be a perfect tonic for body and mind and a refreshing beverage associated with… Read the rest of Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Oolong tea found its place on European and American markets quite recently, however, it was known for centuries by famous tea masters in China and Japan as a great source of health and a very delicious and refreshing beverage with strong specific aroma. In modern times, oolong tea is earning its fame in our countries for its low caffeine content and its excellent properties to stimulate fat burning processes in our body. Moreover, oolong tea is claimed to combine the best qualities of both black and green teas. Is this true?
Oolong tea first was produced in China in the epoch of the Ming Dynasty - about 400 years ago. The specifics of oolong tea production is processing tea… Read the rest of Oolong (Wu-Long) Tea and Its Health Benefits
In some certain situations, when we need to do everything possible in order to mobilize our energy and get ready for some serious mental work, everyone has own trick to get focused and start producing bright ideas. Some of us use energy drinks, some prefer a cup of very strong tea or coffee, some start eating a lot of chocolate. Such “exercises for the brain” are usually harmful to our overall health and can lead to chronic insomnia, nervousness, fast heart rhythm and problems with blood pressure. Recently, our healthcare specialists created a list of natural products recommended for those who need to keep their brain in maximum tonus. Incorporate these foods into your daily diet and you will always be in a good shape for brainstorming and win glory… Read the rest of Use Your Bean: Top 11 Foods for Your Brain
