Essential Natural Remedies - Physical, Emotional, Mental and Spiritual

CERN is a European organization for nuclear research and houses the world’s largest energy particle collider, the Large Hadron Collider which sits at a depth of 27km. The statue of Shiva (the destroyer) is a short walk away and the site is also the birthplace of the world wide web. Even for a non-enquiring mind, there appears to be too many coincidences.

Asparagus is such a savoury treat, but it also has great health benefits. In good fertile soil, it can crop for 20 years and was famous in ancient Egypt and Roman times for being a medicine plant with natural healing qualities. Once cooked, it can be eaten hot or cold and makes a great addition to many types of dishes. It’s the perfect ‘go-to’ munch for uplifting moods. Let’s take a look.

There are many different colours of Moonstone and although they all have something in common, each one of them has their own individual properties for healing physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Let’s take a look.

There are two types of Rose essential oil, Rose Absolute and Rose Otto. Rose Absolute essential oil is dark red in colour, undergoes a chemical process to extract it and is used in many perfumes. Rose Otto is yellow in colour, is extracted without chemicals and is the purest form of Rose essential oil. Both of them enhance intimacy, promote unconditional love, are comforting and have a whole host of health benefits. Let’s take a look.

Strawberries are seasonal and grow well in the UK. They are self-fertile and can also grow in pots and containers. Strawberries are very versatile for cooking and have a long list of health benefits. Let’s take a look.

This video contains information about how to make a compress, a poultice and a cream as well as how to mix essentials oils. Mixing essential oils together is a wonderful way of making an oil for a massage. Let’s take a look.

A simple recipe for love.

There are some things we have invented in our history on this planet which perhaps we shouldn’t have. Nuclear is one of them. The risks are too great when the consequences can mean devastation. If we eliminate the cause then we eliminate the risk and we also eliminate the fear. There are other ways we can naturally obtain energy without risking any living creature on the planet. There is a win-win situation. We just have to find it.

The Aboriginal Australians are one of the oldest cultures in the world. They have a deep understanding of ancient traditional herbs in Australia and use them for medicine and for spiritual healing and rituals. Many plants and herbs native to Australia are used around the globe for popular remedies today such as Gotu Kola, Tea Tree, Fever Bark and Eucalyptus.

Nothing and nobody does stalking quite like celery. It has been cultivated around the world for years but, also grows in the wild and is used for food and medicine. Celery is healthy for us whether it’s eaten cooked or raw and makes a tasty addition to a green juice. Let’s take a look.

Mother Earth and nature have perfect timing and we cannot improve on perfection. All flowers, plants, trees, herbs and animals have an instinct for what to do, when to do it and how to do it as they are in-tune with the earth’s vibration and follow the natural way which is the clock of Mother Nature. We humans do not do this with some not understanding the intrinsic and beautiful woven tapestry of the earth which connects everything. The natural timing of nature determines Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter but humans, in our hurry, have forgotten this. There are still ways to help but it must be when Mother Earth decides. We do not get to decide. Mother Nature does.

Parsley is used as a plate decoration for many tasty meals but it doesn’t only just add a splash of colour to a dish; it’s actually full of health benefits. Let’s take a look.

Herbs were the first drugs used by humanity. Our ancestors knew what plants to use as medicine and we can enhance this today in society. Alternative medicine could work hand-in-hand with pharmaceutical medicine as many modern drugs already contain natural herbal remedies. Some healing therapies include nutrition, a well-balanced diet, vitamins, exercise, walking in nature, yoga, mindfulness, meditation, massage, aromatherapy with essential oils, homeopathy and naturopathy.

Fame and being famous. Is that what you really want? It’s not real life. It’s an illusion. Many famous people are not happy. Fame can damage your wellbeing and mental health and many famous people have paid a high price for their fame. Some have even paid the ultimate price. Are you willing to take that risk? Look before you leap and make sure it really is what you want.

Bullying in the workplace can be a very real problem for many of us. We can find a jealous colleague, an over-ambitious manager or a bully boss which can make extra unwanted challenges for us making our working life difficult. We spend more hours at work than we do at home so having a harmonious, pleasant and peaceful ambience at work is essential for our mental health and wellbeing.

Pink Floyd’s song from 1979 ‘Another Brick In The Wall’ could perhaps be called a prophetic song as the words certainly seem true for today. What is happening in the classrooms? What are our children being taught and what are we allowing to happen to our children? Leave Us Kids Alone.

Neroli essential oil with the romantic scent of orange blossom. It’s relaxing and nurturing and has many health benefits too. Let’s take a look.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, CFS for short or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, ME for short is very debilitating. The tiredness is not a usual tiredness and coupled with muscles aches, headaches, depression and speech problems, to name a few of the symptoms, can make life difficult. Understanding and kindness are needed since there is no known cure for this newly diagnosed disease and more research is needed.

Bubblews was an earning platform that connected writers around the world creating a community where members shared their lives, stories and photos through their posts. Opinions and beliefs were shared freely without restrictions and the focus concentrated on what united the community, not what divided it. It was supportive and inclusive of everyone without exceptions and being different was rewarded and not penalised. Can YouTube and other platforms become the same as Bubblews? Can they become platforms for positivity, for free thinking and for uplifting without penalising those who have different opinions and views? Can we co-operate and work together to make a win-win situation for all?

Prevention is better than cure. We hear that many times and it’s very true when it comes to our health and also when it comes to history. We can step back in time and use the past to prevent disasters from re-occurring. History has much to teach us and we can learn from history.

Robots are everywhere these days along with self-service. There are robot dogs, robot waiters, robot assembly line workers, robot crop pickers, chatbots, help bots and so the list goes on. Can humanity work with robots together as part of a team or are robots taking over? Are we being exterminated? Will we disappear?

Tiger Balm is more of an essential rub than an essential oil. However, it is made from blending several different essential oils together. It’s strong, so go wisely with this one and if you’re unsure then check with a professional before using it. It has amazing health benefits and surprisingly also assists with vertigo, body odour and motion sickness. Mosquitoes avoid Tiger Balm as they dislike the smell, so keep a small tub near you with the lid open before you go to sleep to ensure a good night’s rest.

Finally we can see that species are bonding together. Humankind, pets, wild animals, farm animals, birds and even plant life are uniting through kindness, love and co-operation. It’s happening. It’s actually happening.

Mint has been cultivated for years for its’ medicinal qualities. It helps with headaches, nausea, brain function, memory loss, IBS, weight loss, colds and flu, skin conditions and stomach issues to name a few and is also good as a hangover cure. It’s helps with motion sickness, insect bites and stings and can even repel greenflies. It can be used in stews, salads, desserts, ice cream, sauces, jellies and drinks and is even used as food and drink decoration making it a very versatile herb.

ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder impacts lives, both in children and in adults. ADHD means it’s difficult to concentrate, to focus, to stick to a routine, to sleep and to control behaviour. It has an effect on others as well as the person with ADHD. However there is help available and although there may be no cure, the condition can be managed and life can become easier and even enjoyable. ADHD foundation - www.adhdfoundation.org.uk Living with ADHD - www.livingwithadhd.co.uk AADDUK - www.aadduk.org UKAAN - www.ukaan.org