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Highly searched and used today all over the world, turmeric has many medicinal properties and nutritional benefits.   

Because it helps treat inflammations, gastric disorders, loss of memory, depression, among other issues, turmeric has been suffering alterations that are making it not be a natural product anymore.  

Sadly, this spice is being contaminated by a highly toxic substance: lead.   

According to researchers, some producers in Bangladesh are adding lead chromate to turmeric, to make it more yellow and vibrant, as a way of increasing its market value and profits.  

The researchers say this finding happened during the visit of a team from Stanford Center for Innovation in Global Health to the nine main areas of turmeric production in Bangladesh.   

After finding out how the turmeric was produced, the team decided to publish this information in the Science Direct magazine, revealing how interviews with farmers and traders helped them identify this irregularity.  

After that, a study was done with some samples, where the researchers detected more than 690 micrograms of lead for every gram of turmeric. Alarming, isn't it?   

Lead is a highly toxic substance for our bodies. It can cause serious health issues, and studies have already shown that children who ingest lead tend to suffer a reduction of their cognitive capacity, compromising their neurodevelopment.  

Besides that, ingesting lead can also cause anaemia and neurological disorders, including headaches, irritability, lethargy, convulsions, muscle weakness, ataxia, tremors and paralysis.  Now that you know it, pay attention to the labels and research the origins of the turmeric you are about to consume, giving preference to organic products from local producers.   

And remember: you can also grow turmeric at home, naturally and organically.   This is the best way of ensuring that you are consuming a safe and high-quality product.

Day after day, we see the people around us getting sick. And the causes of that tell a lot about our lifestyles.   

Today, the chances of you being exposed to toxins not only in the environment but also in food, are big.   

The air, water, and food are, many times, contaminated by chemical products whose effect in the long term are still unknown.   

And, did you know that all this toxicity overloads our livers?   

You probably don't even remember about it, but you should know that the liver is one of the most complex organs of our body and deserves a lot of care.  

 According to researchers, the presence of fat in the liver is common, however, when its level reaches 5% or higher, it should be treated as soon as possible.   

After all, the liver works as a filter and has more than 200 functions. One of them is to eliminate toxic things from our bodies.   

So, if the organ isn't working well, nothing else will.   

Learn now a recipe that can help eliminate the fat from your liver using lemon and mint.   

Learn this recipe now: 

Juice of 2 lemons;  

1 small bunch of mint;  

17 oz. water;   

Directions:  

Mash the mint leaves with a pestle and add it to the lemon and water. 

Mix one tablespoon of this mixture in a glass of room temperature water and drink it while fasting, half an hour before your breakfast. 

Prepare a new recipe every day.   

In just a few days you will start feeling better, with your liver and intestine working way better than before! But, why lemon and mint?  

Lemon stimulates the release of detoxifying digestive enzymes and facilitates the elimination of impurities by the body, and also cleanses the liver.   Mint has many benefits, being an excellent digestive, and also helping eliminate the residues and toxins accumulated in the liver.   

A liver detox is one of the most important things for improving your health in general since the organ works as a huge filter for the body.   

After detoxing your liver, your energy levels will increase, as well as your need for exercising.   

Do it and you will have more energy and health to live a good life.

We already talked about how important the liver is to our body and you probably already know all of that. 

But paying attention to our health can never be enough, right? 

That's why in today's video, we will show you 6 signs that your feet show that are related to the liver, an important organ in our bodies. 

Are you curious? 

The liver works as a kind of filter, helping the body eliminate fat and the toxins responsible for increasing inflammation and causing diseases. 

Abdominal pain on your right side and a bloated stomach are some of the most common symptoms of liver issues. 

But what causes issues in the liver? 

Excess of fat and alcohol, abuse of medications, and lack of physical activities are the most common causes of liver issues. 

See other symptoms that can show in your feet and that may be related to your liver:

Itching feet 

Edema or swollen legs

Red dots on feet and/or legs 

Capillary vessels (known as spider veins) on feet or legs 

Hot feet 

Chilblains

Besides these signals, yellow eyes and dark urine with a strong smell can also signal that your liver isn't working well. 

So, do you have one of these symptoms? 

If you suffer from any of these issues, go to a hepatologist to do the necessary tests and identify the cause of your problems.

Do you sleep well? Have you ever heard that a good night's sleep solves anything? Have you ever questioned why it is important to sleep well?

When talking about health, bad sleeping habits may increase the risk of heart diseases, cardiac insufficiency, high blood pressure, strokes and diabetes. Some people say it even reduces sexual appetite. Did you know that?

Even though they know how important sleep is, some people still can't rest well at night. Did you know that stress and anxiety are the main causes of bad sleep?

When you are stressed and anxious, your brain can't stop working not even for a second, putting you into a constant state of alertness. 

However, just some drops of essential oil can reduce your stress and anxiety before going to bed, allowing you to rest at night. Easy, isn't it?

Each essential oil has a different effect, so you should try all of them until you find the one that works better for you!

But now you know essential oils can help you sleep better, you certainly must be asking yourself: how do I use them? 

Well, you can use them with a diffuser. If you don't have a diffuser, learn now how to make an essential oil spray to sleep better!

And, lastly, if you have a bathtub at home, you can make an immersion bath. 

If sleeping is an issue for you, these ideas will certainly help. Try them and share your opinions with us.

You know those little drain flies?   

You probably have caught one of them while you were brushing your teeth Do youor taking a shower at night, before going to bed.  

They are annoying but aren't harmful to human health. However, they convey a lack of hygiene.  

Drain flies, also known as filter flies or sink flies, are closer to mosquitoes than to actual flies. Did you know that?  

They show up because of humidity and lay their eggs in between the tiles and especially in open drains.  

If you are tired of seeing these flies, then you came to the right place!

And last, but not least: clean your bathroom! Keep your bathroom always clean and disinfected, since these flies are attracted by dirt.   

You can clean the drains with some hot water and white vinegar. Remember to remove all the hair that gets stuck in the drain.  

Keeping your bathrooms clean and disinfected will prevent these flies from showing up in the middle of your relaxing bath.   

Besides these tips, remember to keep the toilet lid closed and keep a window open to avoid humidity.   

Try it and share your experience with us.

Do you like to eat grapes? Do you like them with or without the seeds? Up until some years ago, it wasn't very common to hear about seedless grapes, but today it is very easy to find them in markets.

Most people don't like to eat grapes with seeds. Are you one of them?  

Did you know that it is recommended to eat grape seeds?   

Even though they taste bitter, these seeds can work wonders in your body.   

They are antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and rich in antioxidants, helping purify the blood, prevent cancer, reduce the harmful effects of smoking, protect the lungs, and prevent premature aging, among other benefits.   

But, grapes aren't always good for children!   

To prevent a child from choking, Listen to this audio!

Do you like apples? Have you ever tried apple and rosemary tea? No?!

Today you will learn the benefits of this tea, and surely will want to drink it often from now on.   You have certainly heard that saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away", right? Well, the apple is one of the most used fruits in juices and teas, and frequently is the base of these mixtures since it is cheap.  Did you know that both the pulp and the peel are rich in vitamin C and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, ageing and potassium? Besides that, the fruit also contains fibre and a powerful antioxidant called quercetin.   All of that makes apples great for reducing blood pressure, improving brain function, reducing the risk of diabetes, helping with constipation, preventing cancer, fighting asthma, preventing cavities, improving immunity and bone health, alleviating stomach issues, preventing eye diseases, and slowing down aging. Isn't it amazing? 

What about rosemary?  According to studies,  it aids memory and mental fatigue.   Besides that, it also helps with digestion, inflammation, diabetes control, improves blood circulation and is a powerful antibiotic and natural diuretic.   So, drinking an apple and rosemary tea will bring you many benefits; not to mention its delicious taste!   To make this tea, you will need: 1/2 tablespoon dried rosemary or 1 small branch of fresh rosemary 1 apple (preferably organic) and 10 oz. water   Making it is easy: Wash the rosemary branch. Core the apple and dice it.  Then, put it in a pan with water to boil.  Once it starts boiling, add the rosemary, put the lid on and turn down the heat.  Let it boil for five minutes more. After five minutes, turn off the heat and wait until the mixture cools down.  Strain, sweeten with honey (if you want to) and drink right after.  You can drink this tea in the morning or at night.   For some people, this tea works as a relaxant since it fights fatigue and improves sleep. So, did you like this recipe? Do it and share your experience with us.

This week we decided to post many tips on how you can improve your house using natural products to reduce your exposure to chemical products and be healthier. Cool, right? 

So, we will teach you how to make a homemade, and very cheap, fabric softener. 

Who doesn't love clean, soft, and fragrant clothes, right? Since this softener is natural, it can be used in all the clothes at your house, even baby clothes! 

Write down the ingredients!

17 oz. coarse salt,

6 tablespoons baking soda, 

30 drops of your favourite essential oil (optional); 

To make your fabric softener, put all the ingredients in a plastic bowl and mix it with a spoon or with your hands.

After that, store the mixture in a container with a screwable lid or a fabric softener bottle. This way, your homemade softener will last for 45 days, at least. 

When you wash your clothes, add three tablespoons of the softener directly in the water. Did you like it? Easy and cheap, isn't it?

Besides not being harmful to our health, it is also an eco-friendly alternative. And it can have your favourite smell!

Have you watched, where we say to put a garlic clove inside the toilet? You still don't know why you should do that? Then, you will enjoy learning why. 

Today we will teach you how to make your bathroom always clean and smelling good. Do you want to know how? 

You will learn how to make a natural toilet deodorizer to use in your bathroom. 

The bad smells of the bathroom are something that bothers most households, right? This is a very common problem, so, normally, we see deodorizers that promise to keep the toilets clean and smelling good. 

Do you use these deodorizers? If you like this alternative to sanitize your toilet, drains, and pipes; learn now how to make a natural toilet deodorizer.

Write down the ingredients:

1 cup coconut laundry powder (or any other); 

1 cup baking soda;  

Juice of 3 lemons;  

5 drops of your favourite essence (lavender is one of the most common essences for bathrooms);

Making it is easy!

Put the washing powder in a container, add the baking soda and the lemon juice and mix it until it turns into a paste. Add the essence and mix again.

After that, pour the mixture in silicone or ice trays. If you don't have any trays, you can also shape balls by hand. 

If you want, you can also shape it in a circle, just like the toilet deodorizers found in supermarkets - and put it inside a basket to hang inside your toilet. Now it is ready to use. 

If you want to make a deep clean in the tubes, you can put the deodorizer directly inside the toilet, after cleaning it, so that it can clean the drains and tubes when you flush. 

Remember to store the product away from the sun and heat. If your city is hot (above 86F), store the deodorizer in the fridge. 

Keep in mind that these deodorizers must be always kept away from children and pets. In case of accidental ingestion, immediately seek medical care and take with you a sample of the product. 

This is an easy, simple, and cheap recipe that you can make in just a few minutes. Do it and keep your bathroom always smelling good!

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