Jamaican Health &Beauty Blog

Soursop or Graviola has many health properties. Luckily I have five of these trees in my backyard. Sometimes when you have so much one can forget how beneficial these amazing trees are. There are positive studies claiming that the tea can of the leaves may be able to fight or even kill cancer cells. The tea may also improve the immune system as well as boost circulation. The leaves have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic and antiviral properties. As with anything the tea may have adverse reactions to other medications so please consult your doctor. https://www.instagram.com/p/BlGDYvzlx0a/?taken-by=jamaicanbeautyblog

Don't mind me , just an amateur filmmaker driving through the countryside with a friend, Ignore my leg lol

Pain is indicative to inflammation or injury. Herbs that I will share in this post are some that one may use as an alternative to ibuprofen. So I am talking about a headache or muscle ache etc. Anyone suffering from major pain should consult their doctor.  I look for alternatives because over the counter tablets may cause long term damage to the liver, and intestines. So I am sharing herbs that I have used for minor headaches, cramps or joint pain. I am not suggesting that you should avoid your doctors orders. Turmeric is my all time favorite from joint pain to headaches this herb has worked for me especially in the form of a tea. Capsaicin or peppers. I had a headache so bad once with no aspirin in sight, I ate a piece of a scotch bonnet pepper and my headache subsided . Ginger is also very good for pain . When combined with turmeric its a very powerful pain reliever especially for those suffering from arthritis. These herbs can work but will work even better with a g...

I am so excited that people are finally discovering. I suggested argan oil to a few people over the years and they have seen results in hair restoration. Argan oil is a plant oil from the kernels of the argan tree. The tree is endemic to Morocco. Argan oil contains fatty acids ,oleic,omega 3 fatty acids, linoleic acids, caffeic acid and more. Use it on your face as a mosturizer to fight wrinkles and blemishes. But also use in your hair to promote new hair growth. Luckily a few health food stores in Kingston sell this luscious oil. Give it a try and tell me what you think.

  CBD is one of  the many compounds, known as cannabinoids, that are found in the cannabis plant. Marijuana  is made of both CBD and THC(  tetrahydrocannabinol  ). THC is what gives the user the high . CBD is not psychoactive . CBD oil can relieve pain,reduce anxiety and depression . CBD may also be able to treat insomnia and PTSD. CBD apparently has similar effects to anti depressants .  CBD is being studied for its affect on cancer related symptoms ( nausea, pain etc).  It also may help to lower blood pressure .  As with anything please consult your doctor, CBD can react with other medication. This brand as well as a few others can be found in pharmacies across the island. 

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