The Tamanu Tree has been known by many names in the Pacific Ocean islands. In Vanuatu, the tree is also known as “Nabagura”. In Fiji, it is called “Dilo” or “Dolno”, “Ati” in Tahiti, “Fetau” in Samoa, “Funa” in the Maldives and “Kamani” in Hawaii. True Tamanu tree is usually covered in rough grey bark while…
We've often been puzzled why some recipes specifically call for vegetable oil while others call for olive oil. Olive oil is simply extracted cold from the olives and has a reputation for being the "healthy oil" since its rich in: Monounsaturated fats (can help reduce bad cholesterol levels in your blood which can lower your risk of heart disease…
Did you know Aloe Vera was the "plant of immortality" during the ancient Egyptian period as early as 4,000 BC? Benefits of Aloe Vera You can't believe that a Aloe Vera leaf contains more than 200 different bio-active components, including vitamins, minerals, polysaccharides, amino acids, anthraquinones, enzymes, lignin, saponins and salicylic acids. Scientist, Robert Davis,…
There is a direct relationship between high-sugar diet and skin aging! Scientists found that once sugar enter our blood (in form of glucose) which attach themselves to the amino groups of tissue proteins such as collagen to form harmful molecules called advanced glycation end products (nickname AGES!). These process accelerate skin aging in two areas:…