All posts by Kate Gillespie

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Goat milk is used as a beverage and ingredient in some food dishes. Benefits Goat milk is said to offer many health benefits and minimal negative side effects. Some of the benefits are as follows: anti-inflammatory environmentally friendly raising goats take much less space and food than cows metabolic agent […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Codonopsis root is used to make medicine treating conditions including HIV, radiation side effects, weakness, loss of appetite, diarrhea, asthma, cough, diabetes, and more. It is also used to boost the immune system. Benefits Codonopsis root is said to stimulate the central nervous system, promote weight gain, […]

“Cantaloupe is normally eaten as a fresh fruit, as a salad, or as a dessert with ice cream or custard. Melon pieces wrapped in prosciutto are a familiar antipasto.” Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Cantaloupe is typically consumed as a snack or addition to a meal. Benefits Cantaloupe is said to have to […]

Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses Black spruce oil is used in homemade cleaning products as both a fragrance and active ingredient. It is also used in aromatherapy. Benefits Black spruce oil is said to have opening and soothing attributes in addition to a fresh aroma. Other Names Picea mariana, Canadian black pine, picea […]

Contents Uses Benefits References Uses Canarium luzonicum gun nonvolatiles are used in cosmetics, typically hair care. Benefits Canarium luzonicum gum nonvolatiles are said to condition and mask hair. References Source: http://www.cosmeticanalysis.com/cosmetic-ingredients/canarium-luzonicum-gum-nonvolatiles.html

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Wildflower honey is used for sweetening and combating allergy symptoms. Benefits Wildflower honey is energizing and provides a trace amount of amino acids, enzymes, minerals, and vitamins. It is also said to reduce allergy symptoms if taken as a preventative measure. Cautions Although rarely, honey might contain botulism spores […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Camu camu is a shrub us for a variety of health conditions including: viral infections eye conditions asthma atherosclerosis depression headaches and more Benefits Camu camu contains many nutrients including vitamin C, beta-carotene, fatty acids, protein, and others that aid in its beneficial nature. Cautions Pregnant and breast-feeding […]

Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses Camelina sativa is an edible oil that has a variety of applications including as biofuel and as food. Benefits Camelina oil is said to have the following beneficial properties: antioxidant emollient anti-inflammatory anti-arthritic hair conditioner immune booster Other Names false flax, camelina oil References Source: http://oilhealthbenefits.com/camelina-oil/

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Calluna vulgaris, commonly known as heather, is an herb used as a remedy for urinary tract problems, diarrhea, stomach pain, rheumatic pains, gout, sleep aid, and more. Benefits Calluna vulgaris is said to treat the above mentioned conditions. It’s beneficial properties can be attributed to its contents: tannins […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Calcium pyruvate, the combination of calcium and pyruvic acid, is used as a dietary supplement. Benefits Calcium pyruvate is said to enhance metabolism and speed up energy production. It is also said to aid in weight loss. Cautions Consult a physician to make sure calcium pyruvate […]