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Jul
Jul
Not all tea is created equal. From the quality of the leaves to the craftsmanship behind every harvest, discover what truly sets premium tea apart, and why every cup tells a story worth savouring.
14
Jun
Jun
Herbs can be wonderful additions to a wellness routine, but “natural” doesn’t always mean risk-free. Some herbs may interact with prescription medications in unexpected ways. In this post, we’ll explore five combinations that deserve extra attention.
11
Jan
Jan
Recently, I started working on a small idea that I’ve been really excited about. I’m designing a little book where people can save their tea tags not just to store them, but to keep them as memories. Of course, any notebook could do, but I kept thinking, how much more fun would it be to […]
11
Jan
Jan
Pregnancy changes everything, including how your body responds to herbs. One of the biggest myths is that “natural means safe.” Unfortunately, that’s not true. Many herbs are pharmacologically active which means they act like drugs in the body. Some can stimulate the uterus, affect hormones, and/or interfere with fetal development. If you’re pregnant or even […]
11
Aug
Aug
The cold season usually comes with an increase in respiratory infections like coughs and colds. This cough syrup is pretty easy to make and requires just a few ingredients. Each ingredient has amazing benefits. Thyme is known to strengthen the lungs. It has antiseptic properties and makes it an excellent remedy for chest infections. Lemons […]
20
Jul
Jul
‘Chai’ is a Hindi word that means ‘Tea’. It is made of different spices in different combinations. I noticed certain spices are fundamental to Chai. Ginger, Cinnamon, Cardamom seem to be consistent in many recipes. I am not a big fan of Cinnamon and I find that most commercial Chai are made with lots of […]
20
Jul
Jul
Butterfly pea tea is probably the most magical tea. When I discovered it some years back, I had no idea it grew in Ghana. I checked online to find places where I could buy the seeds to grow at home. That did not happen because it was too expensive. However, months later I found a […]
20
Jul
Jul
Lemongrass is a common herb in Ghana. It is also known as Fevergrass, mostly used to help reduce fever associated with malaria, infections etc. Other uses are for stomach problems such as bloating and indigestion, and generally for promoting good health. This recipe is simple and can easily be made at home. Fresh Lemongrass can […]
13
May
May
There is a vast variety of plants in Ghana which are used for either food or medicine. Occasionally these plants grow right in our backyards but unfortunately this is reducing due to rapid urbanization and climate changes. However, there is still a good chance you will find some of these herbs right in your vicinity. […]
11
Apr
Apr
With the rise in cardiovascular diseases in the world, many of us have adapted lifestyle changes to prevent such diseases with exercise, eating less processed meals and generally practicing what is healthy. Our diet plays a key role in overall health and hence in order to improve health it is one of the key areas […]
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