Making tea out of herbs and plants such as milk thistle is a time-honored tradition, both for pleasure and medicinal purposes. Milk thistle tea is commonly associated with its benefits to the liver, but it also has other uses -- both traditionally and in modern times.
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The colorful hibiscus flower is cultivated worldwide for both its aesthetic appeal and its medicinal uses, which are primarily in the form of tea.
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Experiencing redness in your face after drinking alcohol is likely due to a condition known as an alcohol intolerance or alcohol flush reaction, which basically means your body cannot properly break down alcohol.
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Your body requires variety and specific amounts of nutrients to function properly and perform the activities of daily life. If your body does not get those nutrients, which is common when eating an unbalanced diet, it can develop health problems.
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Lavender -- Lavandula angustifolia or Lavandula officinalis -- is a shrub known for its pleasant aroma and bright purple flowers. It is native to the mountainous regions of the Mediterranean, but is now cultivated throughout the world, particularly in the United States, Australia and southern Europe.
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Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is an herb cultivated primarily as fodder for cows and other animals, but it also has traditional uses as a medicinal. Unlike many other herbs, all of the plant is used as medicine, but the tea is typically only made with seeds or dried leaves.
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Tulsi is the Sanskrit name for the holy basil plant. It is a member of the mint family and grows wild in India (ref 1). The traditional medicinal uses for tulsi are many, particularly in the Indian Ayurvedic tradition, but it is primarily known today as an adaptogen -- meaning it helps the body cope with stress.
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Chock-full of healthy proteins and calcium, cheese can be part of a balanced diet, if eaten in moderation. For those with high blood pressure, however, eating cheese can be problematic.
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Tea, including black tea, is the second-most consumed beverage in the world, according to the Linus Pauling Institute, second only to water. Primarily known for its stimulating effects and promotion of mental alertness, black tea also has other potential health benefits.
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Humans have consumed cheese for millenia -- at least as far back as 4,000 years ago, according to the International Dairy Foods Association. Unfortunately, many people have a difficult time digesting cheese, primarily due to its milk content.
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Brussels sprouts resemble mini cabbages, which makes sense as they are a member of the cabbage family. They are high in several vitamins and other important nutrients, as well as dietary fiber -- a major contributor to healthy digestion and elimination.
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Six-pack abs are considered by many to be the epitome of health and physical appeal. Getting that muscular, defined look for your belly requires a combination of a healthy, low-calorie diet, cardio exercise and strength training, focusing on the abdominal muscles.
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Cabbage is difficult to digest, which can lead to gas in the intestinal tract -- a common cause of cramping or pain in the abdominal region for some people. While experiencing pains due to gas is common, an underlying digestive disorder or food poisoning could also be to blame.
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Green tea is an infusion of the often slightly withered, unfermented leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. The infusion process -- basically soaking the tea leaves in hot water -- brings out chemicals with potent antioxidant properties that are in the green tea leaves.
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