Cordyceps Sinensis - Lender of Life

Cordyceps Sinensis is another great healer beyond our imagination and is also very expensive sold in grams. In fact, it is a fungus that thrives at mountain ranges in Tibet, Nepal and some parts of China. Scientifically, it belongs to the 'Ascomycetes' family and has a long history of use as a medicinal fungus.

Its specialty lies in its ultimate ability to restore health by balancing the much disturbed 'Qi' of a sick person or even not so sick person. As it was produced from cold parts of the country, it is able to work wonders by neutralizing any state of imbalance caused by chronic diseases and disperse all kinds of environmentally stress induced heat. The wonder lies again in the fact that it will not simply cool down the body despite its cold nature but instead will boost total immune system , vitality, counter fatigue and improve oxygen flow.

Historically, it was highly prized by the Emperors of China for its restorative and energizing properties, and a pound of wild Cordyceps was valued at 3 pounds of silver. Today, it is known as the agent  that can unblock gates of 'Qi' in our body to provide a renewed / refreshed state of mind and body.

Panax Ginseng! Genesis of Life

Exhaustion catches up with us very often in our daily life, and there is nothing much we can do apart from taking good care of our bodies. The causes of exhaustion can be both mental and physical and these can be induced by stress from too much work or responsibilities. Where else can we find the key to beat stress and continue our busy life to keep us going? Maybe the answer lies with the Genesis of life, which looks like a little human body --> PANAX Ginseng or Panax quinquefolius, also called American, Canadian, or North American ginseng. The word Panax means 'All Healing' in Greek.

There are many kinds of Ginseng in the market and the most common is the American Ginseng which bears cooling properties to ease away fever and respiratory tract disorders. Asian Ginseng on the contrary is usually high priced and sells on bid based on the age and its quality specifications. Folkslore has it that one bite of these golden aged Ginseng may bring back a person to life for a few minutes or could actually prolong the one's life span up to a few months. Maybe this is true since these have heating properties to promote circulation on its active steroid-like compound called the "ginsenosides".

Ginseng has been known to improve resistance on physical, chemical, and biological stress and is able to build vitality and pay energy debts in the body. It also aids in certain illnesses such as diabetes and erectile dysfunction by enhancing blood flow, blood sugar levels, mood, and psycho-physical performance.

No wonder, so expensive....and remember Ginseng is Ginseng, not any form of roots from plants/trees/bushes.
 

Healthy Miracles Cinamon!

Cinnamon actually looks like little cigars and usually people thought it looks something different, more feminine because of its name.  Despite its looks, Cinnamon is found to be able to lower LDL cholesterol and regulate blood sugar providing a healthy resort for people suffering from type 2 diabetes.

Based on studies done in US, cinnamon is also capable of reducing the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells.It is able to stop medication-resistant yeast infections.and provides an anti-clotting effect on the blood.

Besides, a study at Copenhagen University, where patients were given half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder combined with one tablespoon of honey every morning before breakfast had experienced significant relief in arthritis pain after some time.

And as for food, studies have shown that it is a natural bacterial (such as E. coli) growth inhibitor and food keeper, a natural food preservative.Smelling cinnamon can boost up the cognitive function and memory.

Unbelievable with so much health benefits, nonetheless it is a great source of manganese, fiber, iron, and calcium. Coffee with Cinamon? Cinnamon Chiffon Cake? yum yum..

Lovely Hibiscus Flower Tea !!

Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) flower tea can be so good that it is going to take your breath away. Researches have shown that this tea again is able to help lower cholesterol levels and thereby reduce the risk of heart disease plus it aids liver disorders.


The tea is smooth, distinct, uniquely delicious, rich in Vitamin C and Caffeine Free! Want to get some?
Usually, they can be found in stores ready packed and sells at an expensive price. However, there is a way to pick your own and make them yourself. Just be sure to wash off pesticides and that they are really free from germs or bacteria.

Place them under the Sun for a few days to dry. If you are persistent and lucky enough on this process, you can even store them up in a glass jar for near future use. To make Hibiscus tea, add one Cinnamon stick (or other preferred spices) and 4 cups of hot water to infuse. You only need 2 tablespoons of the dried flower to make up the tea. Make sure you let steep for at least 5 minutes before straining through a cheesecloth.

Let it cool before serve. Enjoy this lovely flower tea!


Note: Hibiscus is the National Flower of Malaysia and the Government prohibits any person who attempts to damage of pick these flowers.

Top 10 Benefits of eating Avocados!

Avocados is an excellent fruit that is both marvelous and delicious. It can be eaten by first digging out the flesh and topped with honey or sweetened condensed milk. It will make your day after a long day of work. Avocados are able to protect against a number of cancerous diseases such as prostate cancer, oral cancer, breast cancer and is one of the richest sources of Vitamin E. Eat Avocados to stay young and radiant with that youthful glow as it is full of fiber, high in oleic acid and provides a good source of antioxidants.

Avocados have more counts of carotenoid lutein than any other commonly consumed fruit which helps to protect against macular degeneration and cataracts. It is also high in beta-sitosterol, which can help lower cholesterol levels by an average drop of 17% after a week. If you suffer from heart diseases, eat Avocados by all means because it has 23% of the recommended daily value of folate, monounsaturated fats, and glutathione which are all good for the heart and protects against strokes.

By eating Avocados, a lot of other nutrients can be better absorbed by the body. These nutrients include lycopene (antioxidant from tomatoes) and beta carotene. Simply put it this way, Avocados are going to prevent aging and all sorts of cancerous diseases. So start shopping for some!