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HIBISCUS TEA HEALING PROPERTIES

Hibiscus tea is a herbal tea made as an infusion from crimson or deep magenta-colored calyces of the roselle flower.  It's an anti-inflammatory, which can keep cortisol (the stress hormone) away from you. Keeping you relaxed and calm. Loaded with nutrients, stuffed with antioxidants, and here to help you deal with everything from hypertension to reducing heart disease risks, weight loss, and complete immune system health.  It is consumed both hot and cold. It has a tart, cranberry like flavor.  Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is a species of flowering plant in the genus Hibiscus that is native to Africa, most likely West Africa.  BENEFITS OF HIBISCUS TEA  It may lower cholesterol levels.  It may lower blood pressure. It may lower blood sugar levels. It may act as an anti-microbial agent. It may be an antioxidant. It may help to manage weight. It may act as an anti-cancer agent. It may reduce inflammation.  HIBISCUS TEA RECIPE Pour 1 cup of boiling water...

ROYAL TEA TO FACE WINTERS - KASHMIRI KAHWA

Best for Winters! Kashmiri Kahwa is an aromatic green tea infused with unique and delicate flavors of whole Indian spices like cardamom, cinnamon, clove, richness of roasted almond, pristine saffron and rose petals. Completely handcrafted and full of antioxidants,  Kahwa is known for it’s detoxifying properties.   ORIGIN OF KAHWA  In ancient times, it was also popular as Emperor’s Tea. While its exact origins are unclear, Kahwa tea leaves are said to have come to Kashmir through the Spice Route, which Kashmir was a central point of. Many believe that it originated during the Kushan empire in the first and second century AD. It's ingredients are from various places: Green Tea from Darjeeling, Saffron from Kashmir, Cardamom, Clove, Ginger and Cinnamon from Kerala and Rose petals from Rajasthan in India. TASTE OF KAHWA  Kahwa is all about exotic spices and classic taste. This aromatic Kashmiri tea has a mildly spicy and sweet taste and an aftertaste of cinnamon. I...

WALNUT REDUCES DEPRESSION AND STRESS

Eating just half a cup of walnuts reduced stress, anxiety and depression. There are several nutrients in walnuts that could be responsible for the reduced risk of depression and improved mood.  The polyphenols in walnuts can help fight oxidative stress and inflammation.  Walnuts are known to lessen the symptoms of depression, as they are the richest plant-based omega-3 fatty acids.  Walnuts are different from other tree nuts because of their greater antioxidant capacity, polyphenols and ALA content.  Consuming a handful of walnuts reduces cortisol levels related to stress, especially in hypertensive people. Bedtime is a great time to eat walnuts because they have numerous compounds that are tied to healthy sleep patterns.  Magnesium is an essential mineral that helps your body relax, improving sleep quality .  Walnuts may help improve your shut-eye as they have high magnesium content. A 1-ounce serving contains 11% of your daily magnesium requirement. ...

SAY GOODBYE TO DEPRESSION USING HONEY

Honey is a brown, sticky, sugar-saturated solution made by bees. Honey bees or forage bees collect nectar from flowers and add some enzymes to the nectar. Honey may help with stress, depression, and anxiety because it contains compounds that can reduce inflammation in the brain, support a healthy nervous system, improve cognition, and increase brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels. Studies suggest that honey might offer antidepressant , anticonvulsant and anti-anxiety benefits. Most ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Greeks, Chinese, Mayans, Romans, and Babylonians, used honey both for nutritional purposes and for its medicinal properties. BEST TIME TO TAKE HONEY  Usually the doctors recommend honey to be taken empty stomach early in the morning as it gives an instant kick and energy boost which is enough to counter an entire day. Many people believe that one of the benefits of honey in the morning is detoxification . Those foods with high hot potency pro...

LOTUS REDUCES STRESS AND ANXIETY

Blue lotus flower (Nymphaea caerulea) is a psychoactive plant, also known as blue Egyptian lotus, blue water lily, and sacred blue lily.  Blue Lotus has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years as a natural aphrodisiac, sleep aid, and anxiety reliever. However, at higher doses achieved by inhalation, users can experience euphoria and hallucinations.  While there's limited research on the human health effects of consuming lotus, it's thought that these antioxidant compounds might protect against diseases that stem from oxidative stress.  In particular, they may have anticancer effects, protect against Alzheimer's disease, and prevent liver damage. Lotus, the aquatic plant is almost completely edible, from flowers to seeds to roots.   All parts of the lotus have been used for medicinal purposes for several ailments.   LOTUS LEAVES  Lotus leaves are widely distributed, rich in resources, and inexpensive.  Because lotus leaves are full of a...