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Damask rose powder is highly appreciated by those who seek natural well-being. The charm it exerts is such because in the rose two energies coexist, as indicated by Ayurveda based on energetic quality: a warm energy, which influences by warming our spirit, and a cold energy, which can help reduce an excess of the fire element manifested by our body. This dual soul makes the rose precious in different moments of our life, to bring balance especially in the area of the heart chakra, between our vital muscle-organ, lungs, circulatory system, and thymus, fundamental for the immune system. Let's ..

In 2009, Guatemala officially crowned cocoa as the "Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Nation". However, this is just the modern consecration of a much older bond between Guatemala and cocoa. To trace the roots of this tradition, we immersed ourselves in the life of San Marcos La Laguna, a village on the western shore of Lake Atitlan, where a special atmosphere reigns, inspired by the harmonious coexistence between nature and man, influenced by the millenary Mayan culture. Our visit to Guatemala took place during the days of Wayeb, five days of suspension in which, according to the Mayan ca..

White Tea: Properties, Characteristics, and Contraindications White tea, also known as the "emperor's tea," represents the most precious and renowned variety of tea: it is obtained from the buds and the first leaves of the tea plant, and has a sweet and delicate taste as well as regenerative and purifying properties. In traditional Chinese medicine, white tea is a mirror of spring, a symbol of life, protection, and rebirth, just like its tender buds and sprouts represent the beginning of the new plant harvest and its recovery after winter: let's discover the processing of white tea, the diffe..

The Best Remedies for Endometriosis and Alternative Treatments to the Pill Endometriosis is a gynecological condition that, despite affecting a large number of women, is difficult to diagnose, as very little is known about it, making it challenging to identify the right therapy and remedies to treat it. While there are only theories about the causes of endometriosis, many studies highlight how women in competitive environments, with unbalanced lifestyles, affected by stress, and disconnected from their emotional needs are more likely to experience the disorder. Let's see together how we can s..

What is Yannoh, the Roasted Cereal Coffee Substitute Yannoh, a drink with an intense and bold taste obtained from a blend of roasted cereals, is one of the most effective coffee substitutes. Energizing, invigorating, and very similar in appearance and aftertaste to a traditional espresso, this infusion can be enjoyed in the morning or after meals for a boost of energy without the side effects of caffeine. Let's discover the characteristics of Yannoh, its benefits, and how to prepare it at home with a simple recipe. What is Yannoh? Yannoh, or Yannoh coffee, is one of the most popular coffee ..

How to Prepare Sage Infusion and What Are Its Properties Sage is one of the most appreciated herbs in the kitchen, especially in Mediterranean cuisine, to enhance and flavor various dishes, from meats to side dishes. However, not everyone knows the extraordinary beneficial and healing properties of this plant, which can be used to prepare a sage infusion with tonic, stimulating, digestive, and beneficial action for the stomach in cases of gastritis or gastroesophageal reflux. Let's discover together how to prepare and when to take sage infusion, a powerful natural remedy for the well-be..

Dandelion or Taraxacum Officinale: Benefits and Uses in Cooking and Herbalism Dandelion is a perennial plant that grows wild in many areas of Italy and the world: used since ancient times for its countless properties and benefits, it is appreciated for its choleretic, diuretic, and cholagogic properties that make it an excellent support for digestion and liver detoxification. Due to its virtues, dandelion is widely used in cooking and herbalism today: let's discover its uses, characteristics, and benefits. Dandelion: Description and Characteristics The dandelion (Taraxacum off..

Discover Golden Milk, the Turmeric Drink Rich in Benefits With ancient origins, Golden Milk, a traditional drink of Ayurvedic medicine, is gaining strong popularity worldwide thanks to the significant benefits for psychophysical well-being derived from the properties of turmeric. The "golden milk" is indeed an ally of the body and holistic health, and in India it is considered a real panacea: let's discover together its properties and the recipe to prepare it at home according to tradition, to fully enjoy its beneficial effects, with some suggestions for alternative variations..

What is and How to Prepare the Acai Bowl The trend has come from America, and it is slowly spreading all over the world: the acai bowl has now become the chosen breakfast for health enthusiasts and fans of trendy foods, beautiful to look at... and to photograph! But what is it? Maybe you have already come across, scrolling through Instagram or Pinterest, photos of these bowls of thick smoothie with a purple color, almost like ice cream, meticulously decorated with dried fruit, fresh fruit, cereals, and seeds: they are indeed the colorful acai bowls, prepared with acai berries, a fruit rich in..

Discover the Benefits of Acai Berries, What They Are For and How to Take Them Similar to large blackberries and originating from Brazil, where for centuries they have been the basis of the diet of the Amazon populations, in recent years acai berries have become a popular ingredient worldwide, also thanks to the interest of scientific research, which has highlighted their nutritional importance and significant antioxidant, hypocholesterolemic, and anti-inflammatory properties. Let's see what acai is for, what its benefits are for the body, and how to use the berries in different recipes. Wh..

Memory Loss: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Counteract it with Supplements and Natural Remedies Memory gaps or loss are issues associated with aging and diseases related to cellular degeneration: the mind, like the whole body, undergoes the effects of time passing, and begins to present physiological disorders, more or less aggressive and more or less rapid, which often lead to diseases such as Alzheimer's or senile dementia. More and more often, however, it is younger and more active individuals who complain of memory loss and difficulty in remembering even important information or recen..

What is Smudge and How is it Prepared? Guide to the Art of Purification Both in the East and in the West, incense is one of the most important aids to meditation experiences, and a key element of many religious ceremonies in different beliefs. Smoke, with its voluptuous shapes and aromas, has always been characterized by a mystical connotation, making it the protagonist of various rituals and spiritual practices. Various cultures and tribes use different types of incense in their ceremonies, from grains to resins, to incense made with herbs and flowers: if you are passionate about the world o..

Collection, Preservation and Creative Uses in the Kitchen of Elderflowers Elderflowers are a very important ingredient both for cooking and herbal medicine. The elder plant has important properties for the body, and its white flowers, fresh or dried, in the characteristic umbrella shape, are used in various ways: from preparing beneficial herbal teas and decoctions, to flavoring creams and cakes, syrups, cocktails and liqueurs, elderflower is a versatile, aromatic ingredient beneficial for the immune system. Let's discover its characteristics, how elderflowers are used in the kitchen, and the..

Draining Herbs: Benefits and the Best Plants Against Water Retention Bad lifestyle habits and unbalanced diets that many of us follow influence the drainage of excess fluids and the elimination of toxins from the body, which can start to manifest issues such as water retention, edematous stagnation, swelling, and cellulite. To help the body drain excess fluids, some draining and diuretic herbs and plants come to the rescue, which thanks to the active ingredients they contain help purify the body and eliminate waste and toxins, ensuring the supply of important nutrients, such as essential mi..