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🎃 3 Natural Remedies Using Pumpkin
🎃 3 Natural Remedies Using Pumpkin Pumpkins are more than just delicious—they’re packed with nutrients that can support digestion, immunity, and skin health. To learn how to grow pumpkin click here else try these simple, time-tested remedies: 🍵 1. Pumpkin Puree for Digestive Soothing Use: Helps ease indigestion, gastritis, and inflammation in the digestive tract. ✅ Ingredients: 1 cup fresh pumpkin flesh (peeled, deseeded) Water for steaming ✅ Instructions: Cut the pumpkin into cubes. Steam until tender (about 10–15 minutes). Mash into a smooth puree. Eat ½ cup once daily between meals. ✅ Storage: Store extra puree in a sealed…
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🌿 3 Traditional Remedies Using African Pepper (Xylopia aethiopica)
African Pepper, with its spicy, aromatic pods, has long been used in African traditional medicine. Below are three tried-and-true natural remedies you can prepare at home using properly harvested and dried African Pepper. 🧺 Harvesting & Preparing African Pepper Pods When to Harvest: Wait until the seed pods have turned dark brown and begin to dry naturally on the tree (usually 2–3 years after planting). How to Harvest: Use clean, sharp pruning shears to clip the pods from branches. Avoid tearing the bark. Drying: Spread the pods in a single layer on a clean mesh tray in a warm, airy…
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African Pepper (Xylopia aethiopica)
🌱 Intro 🌱 Introduction and historyXylopia aethiopica, commonly known as African Pepper or African Guinea Pepper, is a perennial evergreen tree native to West and Central Africa. Traditionally used in culinary and spiritual practices, its dried fruit pods have a spicy, peppery flavor akin to black pepper and are widely used in African cuisines. Historically, African Pepper was also traded across the Mediterranean and Arab world for its aromatic and medicinal properties. 💊 Medicinal BenefitsAfrican Pepper is revered in traditional medicine for its potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and analgesic effects. It is used to: Relieve gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating…
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🌿 Natural Remedies with Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)
Clove has been used for centuries in traditional medicine thanks to its potent antimicrobial, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties. Below are three simple, effective remedies you can make at home using dried clove buds or homemade clove oil. 1️⃣ Clove Tea for Digestive Relief Clove tea can help soothe bloating, gas, indigestion, and nausea. Ingredients: 2 whole dried cloves 1 cup boiling water Optional: a slice of fresh ginger or a dash of cinnamon Instructions: Place the cloves (and optional herbs) in a teacup. Pour over boiling water and steep for 5–7 minutes. Strain and sip slowly after meals. Dosage: 1…
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Spearmint (Mentha spicata)
Spearmint, or Mentha spicata, is a fast-growing, fragrant perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has been cherished for centuries for its medicinal properties and refreshing flavor. Ancient Greeks used spearmint in their baths and as a remedy for indigestion, while the Romans introduced it throughout Europe for culinary and therapeutic purposes. Today, it’s a beloved staple in gardens around the world — including South Africa — where its ease of growth and delightful aroma make it a favorite among gardeners and herbalists alike. 💊 Medicinal Benefits Spearmint is rich in essential oils like menthol, limonene, and carvone, which…
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🍊 Bitter Orange Remedies
Welcome EarthBorn family! 🍊Today, we’re unlocking the traditional medicinal uses of Bitter Orange — a zesty little powerhouse that has been used for centuries to support digestion, energy, and emotional well-being. While potent, this citrus remedy must be used with care and wisdom. Let’s explore how to prepare Bitter Orange safely and effectively at home. 💊 Medicinal PropertiesThe peel, leaves, and flowers of Citrus aurantium are used in traditional remedies. Its active compounds include: Synephrine – A natural stimulant, often used to boost metabolism and energy. Hesperidin & Naringin – Antioxidants that may reduce inflammation and support cardiovascular health. Essential…
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