In Argentina, Paraguay but also in the rest of South America, mate is a national drink and very popular among the population. In Europe, mate tea is also a popular slimming drink. This is because mate, as a tea preparation from the leaves, relieves cravings and stimulates the metabolism. Occurrence and cultivation of mate In … Mate: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Sour cherry is a cultivated plant with red fruits known since ancient times. The stone fruits contain many vitamins and antioxidants. They are very popular as fresh fruit, spread and cake ingredient. This is what you should know about the sour cherry. Sour cherry is a cultivated plant with red fruits known since ancient times. … Sour Cherry: Intolerance & Allergy
Hectic, lack of time, sensory overload and chronic lack of sleep, these are just some of the buzzwords that stand for the everyday life of most people today. Fast food is the alternative when there is no time to cook. Sports and exercise in the fresh air have almost become a luxury that almost no … More Energy: How To Feel Fitter with Simple Means
Selenium is a chemical element with the atomic number 34 and the symbol Se. Selenium performs numerous tasks in the human body. For example, it serves to activate thyroid hormones or prevents premature cell aging. What is selenium? Selenium is an essential trace element. Essential means that the body needs selenium but cannot produce it … Selenium: Function & Diseases
Medicinal extracts from the Asian Ginkgo tree were considered some years as “natural miracle cures” against a variety of ailments. In particular, the touted positive influence in neurodegenerative diseases and declining cognitive performance caused quite a stir. However, new findings cast doubt on the natural remedy’s actual efficacy. Occurrence and cultivation of ginkgo Reportedly, ginkgo … Ginkgo: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
The large-fruited cranberry is best known by its English name, cranberry. In Low German, it is called Kraanbeere (= cranberry). The blueberry-like fruit sometimes comes into commerce in Germany under the name Kulturheidelbeere. This is what you should know about the large-fruited cranberry. The large-fruited cranberry is best known by its English name, cranberry. In … Large-fruited Cranberry: Intolerance & Allergy
Blackberry is one of the oldest medicinal plants. Several thousand species are distributed worldwide. As a garden plant, it is popular for its aromatic fruits. Occurrence and cultivation of blackberry The German name blackberry comes from the Old High German word “brämberi”, which means berry of the briar. The plant uses its thorns as a … Blackberry: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Chives is the common name of Allium schoenoprasum, a type of edible onion. Chives are used in cuisines around the world and are available in most grocery stores. Occurrence and cultivation of chives Between May and August, chives begin to bloom and develop up to 50 flowers, usually purple in color. Chives are a perennial … Chives: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Glycine is the simplest alpha-amino acid and thus a component of all proteins. Glycine is particularly present in high concentrations in connective tissue. In the body, it serves as a central switch point between protein, carbohydrate and fat metabolism. What is glycine? Glycine is used as an important ingredient in certain drugs and as a … Glycine: Effects, Uses & Risks
Alpine lady’s mantle is a herbaceous plant. The plant is said to have high medicinal benefits and is used to improve many diseases. Occurrence and cultivation of alpine lady’s mantle. This medicinal plant is known not only under the name of alpine lady’s mantle. Under the name of Alpine silver mantle or mountain woman’s mantle, … Alpine Ladys Mantle: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Blackthorn is a common thorny plant that walkers often come across along the edge of forests and fields. Blackthorn bushes are covered with flowers over a large area, so they look very similar to hawthorn. The fruits of blackthorn resemble tiny plums in size and color. The scientific name is Druparia spinosa. Occurrence and cultivation … Blackthorn: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
The Hokkaido pumpkin is the smallest representative of its kind. He originally comes from Japan is nowadays also cultivated in Europe. The peel of this pumpkin variety can be consumed and provides particularly high levels of beta-carotene. This substance protects the cells of the human body. Pumpkins are also used in the treatment of irritable … Hokkaido Squash: Intolerance & Allergy
