November 22, 2017
Many of us would have heard of the term “gluten-free” by now. But for some, the term is still as elusive, while there are others who are perplexed at why some people choose to give up on gluten. Here, we address all your questions on what is gluten-free and why some people have to follow such a diet. What is gluten? Gluten is a type of protein that is found […]
November 21, 2017
Herbal teas are derived from plant materials, including leaves, stems, flowers, seeds, roots and fruits. From cancer-fighting properties to endurance boosting effects, herbal tea is for everyone. Here are some ways your body may be telling you it’s time to swap your favourite beverage for herbal tea instead. 1. You feel bloated If you constantly feel bloated, herbal teas may help. Ginger contains the compounds gingerols and shogaols, which relax […]
November 17, 2017
Yoga PrakRti, Aramsa The Garden Spa and Nilufer Tea came together on 15 November 2017 to prepare a special event for 10 special VIP guests. They were treated to a wonderful Yoga session and a spa session, but that wasn’t all; they were treated to beautiful organic tea blends by Nilufer Tea to end the event on a light and beautiful note. Despite the recent rainy spells, the weather on […]
November 13, 2017
Cover photo cred: Today Out of the family of citrus fruit, lemon would probably be one of the top in terms of popularity. This is not surprising, seeing that lemons are rich in vitamins and other forms of goodness that can enhance your health. Furthermore, they have a unique tanginess and an uplifting scent which make it a good accompaniment to certain foods. While many people only use lemons for […]
October 17, 2017
Water retention is a common problem faced by many of us, regardless of age nowadays. This has mainly got to do with the type of diets that we engage in and the type of physical activities or the lack thereof of it. Water retention can affect the way you look, most of the time most obviously and this can make some people feel less confident about themselves as they feel […]
August 3, 2017
The gurgles, the bubbles, loose stools and then looking down to notice that your stomach resembles a balloon. Sound familiar? Those are some of the symptoms of Lactose Intolerance. Advertisements So why remove dairy (& specifically cow’s milk) from your diet? One of the things that frustrates me is how, as humans, we have somehow evolved in a way that we no longer realise we are like every other species on the planet. […]