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July 23, 2012

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Sweet Potato Pudding Recipe

January 09, 2013

Sweet Potatoes have so many benefits why not learn to make the pudding. Here is the recipe . Feel free to improvise , use less potatoes, add dried fruits just experiment. 2 1/2 lbs sweet potato 1 cup flour 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg 1 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon margarine 1 1/2 cups coconut milk Wash and skin the potatoes Wash again then grate Grate coconut, add water and squeeze juice through a strainer Blend flour, ,salt, and nutmeg. Combine this mixture with the grated potatoes and mix well Add sugar and coconut milk. Mix well. Grease pan, pour in batter, bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes note " my aunt boiled the sweet potatoes not too soft ) then blended them

Home remedies for acne scars

September 15, 2012

How to Get Rid of Forehead Wrinkles: Home remedies for acne scars Acne scars can affect anyone. Fortunately, there are a multitude of acne treatment options for acne scars. If you don’t want to spend money on other treatment options for acne scars, you can try home remedies for acne scars . Home remedies for acne scars work as a peeling agent or a skin bleaching agent. For getting rid of acne scars, try the following home remedies for pimple or acne scars. Home Remedies to Get Rid of Acne Scars Acne scars can be removed easily by using simple home remedies which use natural ingredients found mostly in your kitchen. Here are presented some easy to prepare home remedies for acne scars . • Apply lemon juice over the effected skin, or rub lemon over the skin by cutting it in two half. Leave it on for at least 15 minutes. Rinse your face with cool water. Lemon juice, when applied on pimples, will cleanse the open pores of any bacteria and oil. Lemon juice ...

Retreat Ideas

January 28, 2025

We are living in stressful times, but that's life, right? But people seem to be increasingly isolated today. Finding your "people" is becoming challenging. I have been traveling over the past few months, and I am thinking of organizing a retreat in Jamaica later this year. It would be a nice, relaxing retreat, either on the beach or in the mountains. We can use this to build new friendships. Tell me if you are interested. Also, what type of retreat would you like?

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Depression Remedies - 8 Natural Treatments to Consider

October 07, 2012

Depression Remedies - 8 Natural Treatments to Consider Depression Remedies By Cathy Wong , About.com Guide Updated September 19, 2012 About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board Ads In any given year, nearly 20 million adults in the United States have depression. Most people with depression do not seek treatment, although the majority can be helped with treatment. The first step is to talk with your doctor, because depression is a serious illness that shouldn't be self-treated. Depression can also be a symptom of another condition, such as hypothyroidism or anemia. If you are currently taking medication or undergoing other treatment for depression, do not stop without consulting your doctor. Natural Depression Remedies Here are nine natural and herbal remedies that are used for depression. 1) St. John's Wort The herb St. John's wort ( Hypericum perforatum ) has long been used in folk medicine for sadness, worry, nervous...

Benefits of Mint (Pudina)

August 24, 2012

Benefits of Mint (Pudina) Benefits of Mint (Pudina) Health Care Pudina leaves are also known as mint leaves. Mint originates from a Greek word mentha and contains menthol. It is known for emitting a distinct aroma. Mint has got numerous benefits as it has both cosmetic and medicinal properties. Mint is an essential ingredient in many of the Indian cuisine and is one of the oldest herbs used for garnishing and flavouring as it adds a pleasant aroma to the food. Both fresh and dry mint is used in a large number of recipes and mostly it is used in making tangy chutneys. Mint is renowned for curing upset stomachs and helps in soothing the digestive tract. Drinking herbal mint tea reduces irritated bowel syndromes, cleanses the stomach and also clears up skin disorders such as acne. In China it is mainly used to combat spasms. Women suffering from morning sickness are often advised to add lime juice, ginger juice and honey to the mint decoction and have it twice a day for ge...

Here’s a Quick Way to Make Healing Herbal Facial

May 13, 2012

Here’s a Quick Way to Make Healing Herbal Facial Here’s a Quick Way to Make Healing Herbal Facial Every morning, I start the day with a cup of herbal tea. About a year ago, I completely gave up energy drinks and coffee, as well as green and black tea. My decision to proceed only with herbal teas was very spontaneous. Sorry for giving you too many details here, but I was just tired of sweating terribly! Yes, I had this problem, and tea and coffee were making it worse. Anyway, after starting drinking only herbal tea, not only has my problem with excess of sweating almost has disappeared ; I have also noticed very pleasant changes in my complexion. To be more specific, I drink chamomile in the morning and mint in the evening, as it is very relaxing and makes you drowsy. After drinking these herbal teas for two weeks, I noticed that my face acquired a healthier color and my skin became smoother. This was a “aha” moment for me. I started to dig deeper to herbal therapy and I couldn...