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Middle Eastern soup

You will need: 2-3 large onions, chopped 500 g Grass-fed beef shin or short rib (optional) 500 g fresh or 450 g tinned chopped tomatoes 1 tin tomato paste 6 courgettes, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 1 1/2 litres of beef or vegetable stock 1 tbsp coriander seed powder 1 tbsp cumin powder 1 tbsp sumac Read More

Why waft in winter: Using essential oils for health

Without a doubt, everyone is well aware of how many bugs inhabit our air space, especially at winter time. But are practitioners and the public equally aware, or well-motivated enough, to actually use the wellness-promoting essential oils like this on sale CBDDY: delta 8 near me at their disposal to their full advantage during the Read More

Diffuser blend: Prana meditation blend

Combine these essential oils in the proportions given and use in your favourite type of diffuser. (We prefer cold-air diffusers to retain maximum therapeutic benefit from the essential oils.) 1 part Myrtle [Myrtus communis] 1 part Lemon Eucalyptus [Eucalyptus citriodora] 2 parts Himalayan Cedarwood [Cedrus deodara] 1 part Tulsi/sacred basil [Ocimum sanctum] 2 parts Frankincense Read More

Diffuser blend: Inhale-exhale

Combine these essential oils in the proportions given and use in your favourite type of diffuser. (We prefer cold-air diffusers to retain maximum therapeutic benefit from the essential oils.) 3 parts Saro [Cinnamosma fragrans] 1 part Niaouli [Melaleuca quinquenervia] 1 part Peppermint eucalyptus [Eucalyptus dives] 1 part Palmarosa [Cymbopogon martinii] Some people ingest essential oils Read More

Diffuser blend: Deodorization

Combine these essential oils in the proportions given and use in your favourite type of diffuser. (We prefer cold-air diffusers to retain maximum therapeutic benefit from the essential oils.) 4 parts Orange [Citrus sinensis] 3 parts May chang [Litsea citrata/cubeba] 3 parts Lavandin [Lavandula burnatii super]

Diffuser blend: Bug buster

Combine these essential oils in the proportions given and use in your favourite type of diffuser. (We prefer cold-air diffusers to retain maximum therapeutic benefit from the essential oils.) 8 parts Lemon [Citrus limon] 3 parts Niaouli [Melaleuca quinquenervia] 1 part Oregano [Origanum compactum] 1 part Thyme [Thymus vulgaris CT linalool] 1 part Peppermint [Mentha Read More

Diffuser blend: Winter Blues Buster

Combine these essential oils in the proportions given and use in your favourite type of diffuser. (We prefer cold-air diffusers to retain maximum therapeutic benefit from the essential oils.) 2 parts Bergamot [Citrus bergamia] 2 parts Mandarin [Citrus reticulata] or Orange [Citrus sinensis] 1 part Silver Fir [Abies alba] or Cedarwood [Cedrus atlantica] 1 Part Read More

Diffuser blend: Olbas

Combine these essential oils in the proportions given and use in your favourite type of diffuser. (We prefer cold-air diffusers to retain maximum therapeutic benefit from the essential oils.) 35.45% Eucalyptus [Eucalyptus globulus] 35.45% Mint [Mentha arvensis] -partly dementholized 18.5% Cajuput [Melaleuca cajeputi] 4.1% Levomenthol/Peppermint [Mentha x piperita] 3.7% Wintergreen [Gaultheria procumbens] 2.7% Juniper berry Read More

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Oil pulling: A health-enhancing practise

Oil pulling refers to swishing oil in the mouth as a cleansing procedure, and is a form of natural oral hygiene that is way more powerful than simply brushing teeth, flossing and/or gargling. It is a simple and relatively inexpensive treatment that not only effectively combats yucky bacteria lurking in the mouth, but also simultaneously Read More

Essential oils for winter ailments

A common over-the-counter remedy is “Vicks VapoRub”, which is indicated “for temporary relief of nasal congestion and cough associated with a cold”.  The active ingredients in this product include the isolated constituents of camphor, menthol and eucalyptol, all of which can be found in particular essential oils.  Pure, whole essential oils are preferable for optimal Read More

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