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BENEFITS OF EUCALYPTUS

Benefits of Eucalyptus Tea            What Is Eucalyptus Tea? Eucalyptus tea is made from the leaves of a Eucalyptus plant species  native to Australia and known in that region as the fever tree due to its medicinal properties.  (typically Eucalyptus globulus.) There are variations of this tea, however. The most common form consists of water and a few Eucalyptus leaves, which are brewed. What Is Eucalyptus? When we think of Eucalyptus, most of us associate this plant with Koalas in Australia nestled within a Eucalyptus tree nibbling away at the leaves. These leaves are the main staple of a Koala’s diet.    Or perhaps you associate this plant with a common floral filler for wreaths and flower arrangements. You’ll find dried Eucalyptus in the dried flower section of most any craft store because of its popularity in floral arrangements. There are hundreds upon hundreds of different Eucalyptus species growing all around the world. According to the Integrated Taxonomic Information System (
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zarsaparilla /sarsaparilla benefits

  Sarsaparilla:  Benefits, Risks, and Side Effects What is sarsaparilla? Sarsaparilla is a tropical plant from the genus Smilax. The climbing, woody vine grows deep in the canopy of the rainforest. It’s native to South America, Jamaica, the Caribbean, Mexico, Honduras, and the West Indies. Many species of Smilax fall into the category of sarsaparilla, including: S. officinalis S. japicanga S. febrifuga S. regelii S. aristolochiaefolia S. ornata S. glabra History For centuries, indigenous people around the world used the root of the sarsaparilla plant for treating joint problems like arthritis, and for healing skin problems like psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis. The root was also thought to cure Hansen’s disease (leprosy) due to its “blood-purifying” properties. Sarsaparilla was later introduced into European medicine and eventually registered as an herb in the United States Pharmacopoeias to treat syphilis. Other names for sarsaparilla Sarsaparilla goes by many different names, depen

6 way to lose belly fat

  Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar                     6 Simple Ways to Lose Belly Fat The most optimal way to lose belly fat is to eat healthfully and exercise regularly. It can also help to write down what you eat daily to help you stay on track. Losing abdominal fat, or belly fat, is a common weight loss goal. Fat has various functions in your body, including energy storage and hormone regulation. Having some body fat is healthy. There are two main types of fat in the abdomen. Subcutaneous fat is the type that’s located just below your skin. This fat is stored all over your body, including the midsection. The other type of fat in your abdominal area is called visceral fat. This fat is located deeper in your body, where it cushions the organs in your abdomen. Research has linked high amounts of this fat with conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. For this reason, losing excess visceral fat can have significant benefits for your health. You can estimate your abdomina

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR BENEFITS

    7 Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a popular home remedy. People have used it for centuries in cooking and medicine. Many people claim it can relieve a wide range of health complaints, but you may wonder what the research says. Apple cider vinegar has various healthful properties, including antimicrobial and antioxidant effects. What’s more, evidence suggests it could possibly offer health benefits, such as: aiding weight loss reducing cholesterol lowering blood sugar levels improving the symptoms of diabetes However, little research exists, and further studies are needed before it can be recommended as an alternative therapy. This article looks at the evidence behind 7 possible health benefits of apple cider vinegar. 1. High in healthful substances Apple cider vinegar is made via a two-step process. First, the manufacturer exposes crushed apples to yeast, which ferments the sugars and turns them into alcohol.Next, adding bacteria further ferments the