H.Pylori (Helicobacter pylori) – a bacteria, that is found in the stomach, and may be present in other parts of the body, such as the eye. It is present in patients with chronic gastritis and gastric ulcers, conditions not previously believed to have a microbial cause. It is also linked to the development of duodenal ulcers and stomach cancer. However, over 80% of individuals infected with the bacterium are asymptomatic.

More than 50% of the world's population harbor H. pylori in the...

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Stimulating Citrine is an energizing yellow stone that carries the power of the sun. Citrine does not hold negative energy, and never needs cleansing. It dispels anger and cleanses the aura. It energizes, increases motivation, and heightens self-esteem, personal power, and creativity. It brings happiness and generosity, promotes inner calm, and balances yin yang energy. Citrine may enhance concentration, and is excellent for overcoming depression, fears and phobias. It is a good stone to use ...

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Energetic Carnelian is gently grounding and anchors you in your present surroundings. Resonating with the second chakra, this gemstone is wonderful for creativity, and is a useful stone for live performers and those with dramatic pursuits. Carnelian is also a power stone and is useful for courage, personal power, success and abundance in all areas. It increases vitality, and enhances motivation and focus.

The ancient Egyptians believed that Carnelian assisted and protected the soul on its jou...

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Beautiful Amber is not actually a crystal, but is solidified tree resin that has become fossilized. This stone was used to protect warriors in ancient times, and the oldest amber beads were found in graves dating back to 8000 BCE. Amber unites the warming energy of the Sun with strong connections of the Earth to provide a potent grounding and cleansing energy.

A powerful protector, Amber guards against psychic vampirism and provides a protective shield to prevent healers from taking on a cl...

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This crystal, commonly known as Schorl, is the most effective blocker of negativity, curses, and psychic attacks. A highly protective stone, Black Tourmaline picks up any negativity or disharmony in the environment, and transforms it into positive energy. This gemstone resonates with the root chakra and provides a wonderful grounding energy, while increasing physical vitality.

Black Tourmaline is an excellent deflector of electromagnetic energy, radiation, and cell phone emanations. Wear...

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Grounding Hematite is said to be a great protector and it strengthens the body and improves resistance to life's stresses. Resonating with the root chakra, Hematite encourages one's survival instincts. Hematite also inspires inner life and helps to keep inward peace. It enhances personal magnetism and dissolves negativity while also preventing negative energies from entering the body.

Hematite harmonizes the body, mind and spirit. It protects the soul and grounds it back into the body durin...

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This wonderfully calming stone is a staple in Native American medicine bags, and makes an excellent worry stone. Jasper is known as the "supreme nurturer". This family of gemstones provides support during periods of stress, enhances dream recall and shamanic journeying, and offers protection.

Red Jasper resonates with the root chakra and brings grounding energy. It connects one to the Earth and can bring a better understanding to the necessity of natural events. It is gently stimulating and...

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Back in the days when vitamin supplements were not available and fruits and vegetables weren't dragged over the Equator, people really looked forward to spring and first vitamin packed greens: spinach, French sorrel, nettle... French sorrel is a very unique plant with quite a bit of pleasant tartness, similar to lemon. If you find it in a garden store, plant it in full sun and it will keep coming back year after year. In addition to having a pleasant taste, it promotes digestion. Sorrel is gr...
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What do yogurt, kefir, kombucha, kimchi, and Sauerkraut have in common? They all are fermented, pro-biotic foods that contain live culture. For all of us out there who have depleted the levels of "good" bacteria in our bodies due to the use of antibiotics, or poor eating habits, these foods are great to restore the balance.

It's easy- although a bit time consuming - to make Sour Cabbage at home. It tastes way better than the mushy store bought kind, and most importantly, it has all the good b...

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In our last blog we talked about Kombucha - a very powerful probiotic. What are probiotics and why they are so important?

Probiotics are friendly bacteria similar to those found in people's guts, especially in the guts of breastfed infants who have been provided this natural protection against many diseases by their mothers. Most friendly bacteria come from the Lactobacillus or Bididobacterium groups. There are several different species of bacteria in each group. Some probiotics are also frien...
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Kombucha has been around for thousands of years, dating back to 221 B.C during the Chinese empire of the Tsin-Dynasty, and they called it “the remedy for immortality” or “the divine tische”. It was later brought to Japan by Dr. Kombu to treat the Japanese emperor, Inkyo, for digestive problems, and it later spread to Russia, India and Europe.

It has become increasingly popular in recent years, ever since health food stores started carrying bottles of kombucha tea in various colors a...

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The art and science of Yoga are at least over 5000 years old. But it wasn’t until 200 BC that Patanjali, who is considered to be the father of Modern Yoga, compiled 196 aphorisms into what became a yogic Bible and is called The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.

In that text he described the eight aspects of a Yogic Lifestyle and called it the Eight Limbs of Yoga or Ashtanga (the name has nothing to do with Ashtanga Vinyasa…)

The limbs are practical guides to a one’s personal development to achi...
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