Health & Wellness

Lemongrass

Lemon Grass

Lemon grass is a tall tropical grass whose fresh stalks and leaves have a clean lemon-like scent due to the fact that they contain an essential oil, which is also present in lemon peel.It...

The Latest Craze: Alkanet Root

Most people have never heard of alkanet root or its very many health benefits. Interestingly, it is not only for cosmetic and beauty purposes as some people think, but also for maintaining good health....
cayenne pepper

Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne is a shrub that originated in Central and South America and now grows in subtropical and tropical climates. Its hollow fruit grows into long pods that turn red, orange or yellow as they...
Cilantro

Cilantro

I remember the first time that I tasted Cilantro. I was a sophomore in college, and I was dining at a middle-eastern restaurant for the first time. I remember ordering a Mediterranean salad, and...
Turmeric mixture smeared on bride's face

Turmeric

I will be honest with you, I didn't really pay much attention to turmeric or it's properties until this year. I didn't even know what it looked like, all I know was that it...
Spearmint Leaf

Spearmint Leaf, What about it?

Haven’t you made an acquaintance with this name? You must have at some point in time. If you can’t retain the meaning, let me jog your memory. It is that favorite flavor of your...

Alfalfa, Chief of all Foods

Alfalfa, what a weird name right? Well, that's because the  word “alfalfa” is derived  from the Arabic phrase, al-fac-facah, which means “father of all foods.”Alfalfa is found in different varieties — seeds, sprouts, leaves...
aloe vera

Let`s Talk about Aloe Vera

Almost everyone everywhere has heard of the wonderments of Aloe Vera; especially in terms of hair and skin treatments. Apart from these, however, Aloe Vera can be used for so many other things that...
agrinomy

Are There Any Real Benefits to Using Agrimony?

The herbal remedies scene is all about buzzy ingredients, so the recent boom of agrimony is no surprise. You could argue that the hype is attributed to the highly coveted, ultra-versatile health benefits of agrimony for hundreds...
chamomile

What`s all the Fuss about Chamomile?

-Oh, what gorgeous looking flowers! -They are not just beautiful but also very beneficial to the body. -Really? -Yeah, those are chamomiles. What Is Chamomile? The term chamomile comes from the Greek word “chamomaela” which literally means “ground apple”....
Shepherd`s Purse

Shepherd`s Purse, what`s that?

You have questions, and I guess it is, “Am I surfing the right website?”  Perhaps you are taking another careful look at the link to be sure you typed in befantastico.com. Looking at the...

The Surprising Health Benefits of Acacia Powder

Something about acacia inspires a whole lot of good experiences—weight loss, appetite suppressant, diabetes treatment, and much more. Acacia fiber, also known as gum arabic, is rich in soluble fiber and gotten from the...
basil leaves

What Does Basil Leaf Really Do?

Just last week, a colleague from the local library where I volunteer returned from her Taiwanese vacation. She paid me a visit over the weekend and brought bags of dried Basil leaves for me....
angelica herb

Ever Heard of Angelica Herb?

Now, this seems like a pretty fun way to start off the month! I went visiting a friend's place just yesterday. She just got a new place and since she is a lover of...
osteoporosis

On Osteopororsis

What is osteoporosis? According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, osteoporosis means “porous bone.” When the affected area of the bone is viewed under a microscope, it looks more  like a honeycomb. Usually when osteoporosis occurs...

This is What Your Chiropractor Wish You Knew

If you have had frequent visits to the Doctor’s office because of your back, you may often wonder what your doctor is thinking and how they are reacting to some of your signs and...

The Benefits of Growing Your Own Food

Environmentalists have admonished us for years to conserve fuel to lessen our impact on the planet. Some of us have taken heed by walking, biking, carpooling, combining trips, or trading in our SUVs for...

This is What Causes Your Headache

If you live with chronic pain, whether from pounding headaches, an autoimmune disorder or an old injury has gone awry, you know how difficult it can be to get to sleep. And when you...
Blood Pressure

Things You Should Do Right Now to Avoid High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure, occurs when your blood pressure increases to unhealthy levels. Your blood pressure measurement takes into account how much blood is passing through your blood vessels and the amount of resistance the...
hairy

Medical Reasons You’re Hairier Than You Want to Be

You're plucking, waxing, shaving... and all that hair keeps growing back! Here's why your body is sprouting like a Chia pet, and you're confused on what could be making you hairy. Read on to...