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Your Ancestors Used Scent Leaf for Colds and Coughs — So Why Aren’t You?

by Kudzai Musengi

Your Ancestors Used Scent Leaf for Colds and Coughs — So Why Aren’t You?

  For generations, our parents and grandparents turned to scent leaf when coughs, fevers, or stomach trouble struck. And it worked. But somewhere ...
Posted in Chest Congestion, Colds, Cough, Digestion, Fever, Scent Leaf

Why People Are Drinking This Deep Red Tea to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

by Kudzai Musengi

Why People Are Drinking This Deep Red Tea to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

  That deep red tea with the tangy taste? ....It’s Hibiscus tea. For generations, people across Africa, the Caribbean, and the Middle East have br...
Posted in Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Dehydration, Digestion, Hibiscus, Liver Health, Vitamin C

Struggling to Sleep or Manage Stress? This Spikey Fruit Has Been Africa’s Natural Fix for Generations

by Kudzai Musengi

Struggling to Sleep or Manage Stress? This Spikey Fruit Has Been Africa’s Natural Fix for Generations

  These days, there’s no shortage of products promising better sleep — from melatonin gummies to stress-relief teas and endless advice on “switchi...
Posted in Digestion, Immunity, Pain Relief, Skin, Sleep, Soursop, Stress

Everyone’s Obsessed With Getting Enough Vitamin C — Meanwhile, This African Fruit Is Such An Underrated Source.

by Kudzai Musengi

Everyone’s Obsessed With Getting Enough Vitamin C — Meanwhile, This African Fruit Is Such An Underrated Source.

  Vitamin C has become the Beyoncé of the nutrient world — always in the spotlight, always being hyped. From fizzy immune-boosting tablets to citr...
Posted in African Star Apple, Diabetes, Digestion, Vitamin C

Everyone’s Switching to Coconut Butter! 6 Health Benefits You Can’t Ignore!

by Kudzai Musengi

Everyone’s Switching to Coconut Butter! 6 Health Benefits You Can’t Ignore!

You've likely heard the whispers and seen the hashtags. The world is going nuts over coconut butter. But is it just another fad, or is there substa...
Posted in Brain Health, Coconut, Digestion, Energy, Immunity, Skin, Weight Loss

How to Cook Pearl Millet; Easy Zimbabwean Traditional Food Recipe

by Kudzai Musengi

How to Cook Pearl Millet; Easy Zimbabwean Traditional Food Recipe

If you're vegan, vegetarian, diabetic, anemic, or trying to manage your weight, then adding pearl millet (also known as Peret) to your diet is some...
Posted in Diabetes, Digestion, Heart Health, Nutrients, Pearl millet, Weight Loss

The Amazing Health Benefits of Karela Juice

by Kudzai Musengi

The Amazing Health Benefits of Karela Juice

Discover the powerful health benefits of karela juice, from blood sugar control to weight management. Learn how this nutrient-rich juice can support your overall well-being.

Posted in African Recipes, Antioxidants, Digestion, Immunity, Metabolism, Skin, Vegetables, Weight Loss, Wellness, Wound Healing

Kale vs. Spinach: The Leafy Green Rivals

by Kudzai Musengi

Kale vs. Spinach: The Leafy Green Rivals

Explore the ultimate comparison of kale vs. spinach! It’s a breakdown of their nutritional value, taste, texture, and health benefits to help you choose the best leafy green for your diet.

Posted in Antioxidants, Dietary Fiber, Digestion, Folate, Iron, Kale, Magnesium, Minerals, Potassium, Spinach, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K

Is Ostrich Meat Healthy? 7 Nutritional Benefits For Health-Conscious Eaters

by Kudzai Musengi

Is Ostrich Meat Healthy? 7 Nutritional Benefits For Health-Conscious Eaters

If you are looking for a healthy and tasty alternative to traditional red meats then ostrich meat might be your answer. This wonderful healthy red ...
Posted in Cholesterol, Digestion, Fats, Hormones, Iron, Nutrients, Protein

12 Remarkable Health Benefits Of Camel Milk

by Kudzai Musengi

12 Remarkable Health Benefits Of Camel Milk

The most interaction I've ever had with a camel was having a camel ride when we went to the Rand Easter show in Johannesburg South Africa. Johannes...
Posted in Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antioxidants, Autoimmune Diseases, Brain Health, Calcium, Diabetes, Digestion, Functional Food, Immunity, Iron, Lactose Intolerance, Magnesium, Mental Health, Potassium, Protein, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Zinc

5 Incredible Health Benefits Of Coconut Flour: What You Need To Know

by Kudzai Musengi

5 Incredible Health Benefits Of Coconut Flour: What You Need To Know

Coconut flour has recently gained popularity as a healthier alternative to traditional wheat flour. Extracted from the meat of coconuts, this glute...
Posted in Diabetes, Digestion, Gluten Free, Heart Health, Weight Loss

7 Amazing Health Benefits Of Butter Beans (Lima Beans)

by Kudzai Musengi

7 Amazing Health Benefits Of Butter Beans (Lima Beans)

One superfood that's gaining attention is the butter bean, also known as the lima bean. Butter beans are a type of legume that feature in many Afri...
Posted in Brain Health, Butter Beans, Diabetes, Digestion, Heart Health, Immunity, Protein, Weight Loss

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