Tag: antimicrobial

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Staghorn Sumac – It Is Not Poison, It Is Therapeutic

Perhaps you have heard of poison sumac, but you likely have not heard of the Red Sumac Berry (particularly Staghorn Sumac). These red berries grow all over my home state of Pennsylvania but could be found all over the world. Staghorn Sumac is more likely to be found within the eastern half in the United […]

Komodo Dragon blood contains powerful self-produced antibiotics, turning the reptile into a walking pharmacy

Antimicrobial protein found in the blood of Komodo dragons could help scientists develop better treatment for deadly infections that have become resistant to antibiotics. A recent study published in the Journal of Proteome Research concluded that Komodo dragon blood plasma contains numerous antimicrobial peptides. This comes as no surprise to researchers. The saliva of the […]

Using Manuka Honey to Cure Blepharitis

If you’ve ever experienced blepharitis, you know it’s very frustrating and downright embarrassing. Blepharitis is an eye condition that occurs when the tiny oil glands at the base of your eyelashes become clogged. When this happens, the eyelid can become dry, inflamed (red and puffy), itchy, and even infected. Another common indicator is the formation […]

This is What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Pink Himalayan Salt

Pink Himalayan salt is one of the purest and most expensive salts in the world. It is estimated that millions of years ago a shallow sea evaporated and left behind tons of crystallized sea salt which over time became buried deep below the mineral rich mountains. It’s mined in foothills of the Himalayas mostly in […]