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The plant of life – various uses for coconut

The origin of coconut is disputable as coconut fossils have been found in South America, Malaysia and India. Some of these fossils date back to about 55 million years ago. A coconut tree is part of the “palm tree” family and is mostly found in tropical areas around the world. When a coconut is still

[Recipe] Berry beauty bonanza

There is nothing more delicious than fresh, juicy and sweet berries! I can drink this smoothie everyday. Note that this recipe can be made with either fresh or frozen berries, but  I prefer fresh! Ingredients: 1/4 cup Blueberries 1/4 cup Raspberries 1/4 cup Strawberries 1/4 cup Kale 1 cup Water Method: Add all your ingredients

[Recipe] Enhance your beauty with a coconut smoothie

Smoothies are not only delicious but are also good for you! But on the down side, smoothies contain lots of natural sugars which can make you gain weight. If you love your smoothies as much as I do, remember to get regular exercise every day. For the non-exercise folk, drinking a smoothie a week will

Picture of mental health

I have found that over the past few years the number of people diagnosed with a mental disorder has increased drastically. I am not sure if the numbers have increased due to more people developing a disorder or if people feel more at ease to come “out of the closet”. There is no shame in

[Recipe] DIY Night Cream

It is important to apply a night cream in the evening as your skin restores itself while you are sleeping. This recipe makes enough for a month or two. For best results apply every evening before bed. Ingredients: Double boiler 1/2 tsp Beeswax 1 tsp Coconut oil 2 tbs Almond oil 1/2 tsp Shea butter

Shining light on skin cancer

Your skin is the largest organ in your body and deserves some much needed love and attention. Your skin is a indication of the type of person your are, extreme and outdoor, conserved and indoor, no matter what type of person you are your skin must always be your number one priority. Skin cancer is

[Recipe] Cellulite busting sugar and coffee scrub

It has been proven that coffee improves circulation in the body. By applying coffee to the skin it may remove and absorb fat and liquid, reducing the signs of cellulite! Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar, preferably brown 1/2 cup coffee, grounded olive oil Method: In a bowl add your sugar and coffee and mix. Before starting

Raw nuts VS Roasted nuts

Nuts are powerhouses when it comes to protein, vitamins, heart healthy fats and minerals. Adding nuts to your regular diet is a must. Nuts have proven to: Reduce stress Improve heart health Reduce chances of lung cancer Help in maintaining a healthy weight Reduce cholesterol Reduce chances of developing prostate cancer Improves brain health Improves

[Recipe] Exfoliating sea salt and coconut oil face scrub

You can’t go wrong when using coconut oil in your daily beauty routine. Coconut oil has endless benefits not only for beauty but also for your health. Did you know you can use coconut oil to remove your makeup? Well, yes, you can! Apply melted coconut oil over you whole face and let it sit