Last week I wrote about herbs which may be beneficial at this time of the year for our immunity especially when trying to avoid to treat colds, flu and viruses. If you’ve ever been knocked down by a lingering cough or blocked sinuses, which I know many have, oregano (particularly oregano oil) might be worth a second look.

We’re a month into winter, and boy, hasn’t it hit us hard. It seems every second person I speak to has a cold or some other lurgy. At this time of the year, we are often asked for our advice on the best supplements to prevent and treat colds, flu and viruses.

Over the years, as I’ve read up on Moringa oleifera, I’ve become more and more fascinated with the many benefits of this densely rich nutrient herb. Not only are there studies on the benefits of Moringa oleifera for humans, but also for animals.

The Moringa oleifera tree originates from the northern regions of India where the leaves have been valued for centuries for their nourishment. For centuries many cultures have used Moringa oleifera as a medicine and for many it was known as the “Miracle Tree” because of its many astounding health benefits. There are believed to be so many health benefits it really is hard to list them all.

Matcha green tea however has also become very popular over the years, and we’re often asked just what the differences are between matcha green tea and regular green tea.

Candida is always present in our bodies, with a small amount of it residing in our mouth and intestines assisting with our digestion. However, when we suffer from an overgrowth of candida, leaky gut syndrome will occur where the candida will penetrate the wall of the intestines and be absorbed into the blood stream leading to many health problems.

Aloe Vera Juice has been found to be beneficial in aiding gastrointestinal health. It is believed to enhance digestion plus restore the balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut and bowel. It has also been found to be an excellent anti-inflammatory to the gut and bowel.

For a few years now there has increasingly been more information being released on the therapeutic benefits of Lycopene, particularly when it comes to prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer. We all know the Mediterranean diet is a healthy diet, particularly when it comes to heart health.

I’m sure we all know someone who has suffered from prostate disease, usually prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BHP) or, the most feared, prostate cancer. It really is the disease which seems to sneak up on men, particularly once they are over 50. Clinically, it can be difficult to tell these diseases apart, as they all have similar features.

Selenium is known to be extremely beneficial for our health because of its ability to activate the antioxidant enzyme known as glutathione peroxidase, which is present in the cells of our body.  This enzyme has been found to prevent the generation of free radicals, which cause the destruction of cell membranes and sometimes cause cancer growth.