Growing your own herbs is a great way to provide fresh ingredients and add flavor to almost everything you cook. Plus herbs are relatively easy to grow, no matter where you live. Just one herb plant, grown in a small planter that sits in a window, is all you need to get started. Here are

As a clinical herbalist, I’m constantly learning lessons from plants. I’ve learned how to identify toxic areas just by noticing what grows there. I’ve learned how certain plants can actually help others thrive just by growing near one another. But the most profound lesson I’ve

Everyday personal care products contain thousands of chemicals that affect hormones and may be linked to various illnesses. Cosmetic manufacturers aren’t regulated, and terms like “organic” and “natural” aren't enforced. Needless to say, it can be incredibly hard to tell

Meditating seems like it’s best when done alone, right It appears to be a highly individual activity. You find a comfy position, close your eyes, silence your mind, and try to stay there for 30 minutes. So it's not exactly an ideal time for a social gathering — or is itIn my

DHAKA: This week’s beauty tip is on ‘Shimmery Lip’. Take your makeup box and try…Shimmery LipThe thought of frosted lips may channel regrettable memories of beauty mistakes past, but American socialite, model and actress Olivia Palermo showed off the right way to wear shimmer with

If you’re looking for a quick and easy kitchen remedy, to keep your skin youthful and vibrant you’ve landed on the right page! As you age, your skin starts to lose its elasticity which causes it to sag and look less supple. For a natural face-lift straight from your spice rack, follow

Ladies, if there is ever a perfect time to put that proverbial ‘best foot forward’ it is on your wedding day. Every bride-to-be intends to step into the new chapter of her life wearing the best of what compliments her style. Clearly no one wants to make any mistake with their wedding

Getting older is often considered a disease, rather than a normal physiological process in the body. It's true that the levels of hormones, enzymes, and other substances in the body decline with age, and that these can lead to a host of health issues poor vision, reduced hearing,

A tall order, indeed, but failure will mean weather events that make California’s unprecedented drought look commonplace. Imagine sea levels rising by feet instead of inches, global average temperatures increasing by many degrees instead of just fractions and an increase in other

They're surprisingly easy, and you won’t need to ask your doctor if any of them are right for you.1. Eat foods rich in tryptophan.Tryptophan is a precursor to serotonin, and foods rich in it include foods like chicken, eggs, fish, nuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and turkey.2. Eat

To follow up on my piece introducing the Ayurvedic doshas and the best practices lifestyle practices for each, I'd now like to introduce you to an ancient Ayurvedic skin care practice.Mukhalepam is an ancient process in which the facial skin is massaged and coated with oils and herbal

Should you consider giving up grains Dr. William Davis thinks so. The following is an excerpt from his new book, Wheat Belly Total Health. Please consult with your health care practitioner before making any dietary changes.Remove grains from your diet and your brain is released from the

Memorial Day is right around the corner and that means one thing summer is almost here. But rather than just trying to lose weight and get skinny for beach season, this summer I’d urge you to focus on getting strong — and healthy instead.Here are four reasons to get strong (not

Vitamin C is a popular ingredient used in skincare products. It fights free radicals and reduces ageing process by naturally boosting the collagen production. Vitamin C serums usually contain a high concentration of L-ascorbic acid.It is usually advised by dermatologists to start using

Eyeliner is a basic part of an eye-makeup which shapes and defines the eyes and makes the eyelashes look thicker. Eyeliners can make your eyes look bigger, gorgeous and dramatic. Eyeliner will usually be available in pencils, cream, or a liquid. For a smooth, fine line, a cream eyeliner

The enamel and dentin of our teeth plays the biggest role in color. Certain food and drinks will directly stain the enamel. But over time the two biggest culprits are the nasty food and drink that actually break down the enamel, and weakening enamel as we age. As the enamel breaks down,

The trick to not being influenced by the craziness of outside distractions is to keep your focus inward. Fix your attention on something higher, whatever that might mean for you.My daily affirmation is, “I am the Self,” meaning I am pure consciousness. And so are you! So park your

Intention is different from dedication, which I’ll distinguish because it’s important to understand the purpose behind this practice.An intention is bringing your attention and awareness to a quality or virtue you wish to cultivate for your practice both on and off of your mat. Some

Savoury snacks to munch on while sitting in front of the television on a lazy evening or the sugary syrup to slurp on to indulge your sweet tooth; over the years India’s famed brand Haldiram’s has brought out products to tend to these very appetites. Now, Spron Distributors has

If you’ve ever walked into a space and felt instantly caressed by comfort, it’s likely your nervous system was in the presence of all five elements, enthusiastically absorbing their diaphanous energy.An easy way to experiment with shui’s five elements and unleash their supportive