We’re in the midst of a very interesting time - a return to folk medicine, to self-healing, and to the application of treatments sourced directly from the natural world. After a brief dream of all-powerful pharmaceuticals, antibiotics, and fancy medical technology, we’re reawakening to the subtle and integrative principles of nutrition, proper lifestyle, and natural ... Continue Reading
Wonders of Manuka Honey
(BeWellBuzz) Manuka Honey, scientifically known as Leptospermum Scoparium, is one of the most remarkable types of honey that originates from New Zealand and some parts of Australia. What Is Manuka Honey? Manuka Honey is a uni-floral honey extracted from the flowers of the Manuka bushes (sometimes referred to as Tea Trees), a native plant of New Zealand. That's why it's called ... Continue Reading
Natural Antibiotics
(BeWellBuzz) Millions of people take prescription antibiotics each year, bypassing natural alternatives. While prescription antibiotics can be life-saving medications, they can also be detrimental to your health, as well as being ineffective in many cases. According though the Center for Disease Control, prescriptions are commonly written to treat viral infections, such as cold ... Continue Reading
Medicinal Uses of Honey
Honey has been known for its healing properties for thousands of years - the Ancient Greeks used it, and so have many other peoples through the ages. Even up to the second world war, honey was being used for its antibacterial properties in treating wounds. But with the advent of penicillin and other antibiotic drugs in the twentieth century, honey's medicinal qualities have ... Continue Reading