Treating a wound the natural way. What should you do?

What do you do if you have a wound that does not want to heal? How do you treat it? Truth is most of us believe using a product such as Dettol Savlon or any other antiseptic liquid alike is good to disinfect a wound. But here is the part you probably didn't know. As good as these products are. It has a troublesome side too. It kills all bacteria. Meaning those good bacteria too. So with that in mind. I want to share a few ways that is safe to disinfect a wound. The natural way.

The first way. Vinegar 

This one applies especially if you have to deal with a wound that doesn't heal easily. Spray vinegar. Just two three squirts is enough. In small amounts it kill the bio-film that is preventing a wound from healing. How do you know that your sore has bio-film? By the dark red color. That some will describe to have a shine on it. But either way. It doesn't have that light pink color that a wound would have otherwise. And obviously isn't easy to heal.

I have not used this method as I prefer salt water. But am told that it will sting because of the acidity of the vinegar.

The second way. Salt.

If you are a loyal reader of this site. You would have read that salt is one of the most natural ways to disinfect.

1 teaspoon (5ml) salt

500 ml boiled water. Cooled down.

Mix everything in a bowl. Wash the wound with the salt water. Dry the area gently. 

Use this salt water mixture to kill all the harmful bacteria while protecting the good ones. This advice was given to me after I had to treat a wound.

The third way. Raw honey.

Honey can actually heal a diabetic wound. 

Honey is one of natures most potent antibacterial products that few probably will consider when dealing with a wound. If you apply raw honey on a wound it will kill the harmful bacteria and even help the wound to heal. 

What else can be done when dealing with wounds?

Depending on the wound and the person. It is also good to have high protein meals as it encourages wounds to heal fast. Protein is the building blocks of your body. Protein is a must for someone that has a wound that needs to heal. So whether you are a vegetarian or not. Fill up on those proteins. Whether it be peanuts meat or any other source. You will find that it helps the wound to heal faster. 

Please Note

But take note. This is very important. If you are dealing with a wound that does not want to heal no matter what you do. It is absolutely important to see a doctor. It can tell you something is wrong and needs attention. 

This article is based on two things. Personal experience that I know works. And advice from a lady that deals with wounds all the time. A lady that deals with diabetic wounds. So as I share it. I know it really works. I too used products like Dettol and Savlon thinking I am doing the right thing. But after my conversation with the lady I realized that it isn't the wisest thing to do.

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Making your own Kombucha tea at home. The health craze that took the world by storm

And finally as promised here is the recipe to make your own Kombucha at home. If this is the first time you are here on this site. Please check the article about what you have to know before making Kombucha if this will be the first time you make it. As it is vital to know the do's and the dont's when making Kombucha. And if you don't have scoby that is needed to make Kombucha. Please check the previous article. It tells how to make your own scoby for Kombucha at home. 

Making your own Scoby for Kombucha at home

Why would it be considered good to drink Kombucha. Known as the tea that has been fermented with mother of mushroom. Because of the scoby. Because this sweet healthy drink that has lower amounts of sugar. But is also good for gut health. It is filled with Vitamin B, antioxidants and also folic acid. Kombucha tea is also full of probiotics. Among other things. 

Kombucha. The healthy drink that has been around for 2000 years. And here is why

How to make Kombucha at home.

Ingredients

• 3 liters water, boiled. You can use filtered water.
• 5 tea bags. It can be green tea, rooibos or black tea. The choice is yours.
• 1 cup Sugar. Raw or white sugar. Again your preference
• 1 Scoby. Do remember if you don't have scoby the previous article gives you the recipe to make your own home made scoby.
• 1 cup Kombucha is needed from the previous batch.

Instructions

Combine the water and sugar in a saucepan. Place it on the stove. Let it simmer on low heat until the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from the heat. Now add the tea bags and let it cool down for up to an hour. 

Remove the tea bags. Leave the mixture to cool till it reaches room temperature. Now make sure to use a sterilized glass container for the next step. Add the freshly made tea in the container. Add the scoby and the Kombucha tea. Place a dish towel over and make sure to place a rubber band to secure the towel in place. 

Place the freshly made Kombuca in a warm place, but make sure it isn't in direct sunlight. The room should be between 24 to 32 degrees Celsius. Leave the mixture for minimum 10 days. Do not disturb it. Just let it work it's magic. 

Remember that a new baby scoby will develop in this time. It will have a sour taste because the scoby will feed on the sugar that was added. Which is why the sugar is a vital step in making Kombucha. It will be ready when the sour taste is fully developed. Strain the Kombucha. You can use a plastic sieve. or you can use a coffee filter. But do not. I repeat do not use anything metal! 

It is important to leave the scoby and one cup of the Kombucha to start making a new batch Kombucha.  

Please note that when a scoby is forming it will start to look a bit gelatin. If it should start to form mold you should throw it away as it can be harmful. The harmful mold is known as Aspergillus.

With all that said. I hope you will discover why it is becoming one of the most popular health drinks. If you have any questions or have a comment. Feel free to comment below or contact us.

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Making your own Scoby for Kombucha at home

As the last article mentioned today we will discuss making Kombucha. But after intitial thoughts I decided it is best to discuss how to make your own scoby for Kombucha. Which is off course the most important part of Kombucha tea. The big secret. You can purchase scoby or get at least a quarter from anyone you know. But I think it is best to give an article on growing your own scoby for Kombucha.

Kombucha. The healthy drink that has been around for 2000 years. And here is why

Please read the previous article if you want to make your own Kombucha. As it is good to know the precautions to take before making this wonderful and healthy tea at home.

Process to make Scoby for Kombucha.

It is vital to purchase a bottle of raw unflavored Kombucha. As that is what you need to grow your own scoby. Also known as mother of mushroom. Pour the kombucha into a container or jar. Preferably glass. Now leave this aside for now as we continue the next step. 

Use a separate container, jar or cup to make your own tea. Make 1 cup tea. Whether it is green tea, black tea or rooibos. It is your personal preference. As each has their own unique health benefits. Pour hot water into container. (just 250 ml to 300 ml will be enough) Now add sugar. 2 table spoons should be enough. The sugar is a vital part of the process. The scoby feeds on the sugar so do not leave the sugar out of this process! Leave it to cool down until it reaches room temperature. When it is cooled down add the freshly made tea to the Kombucha. Now make sure to cover the container with a dish towel. You can use a coffee filter too if you prefer. But make sure it is sealed tightly with a rubber band. This whole process should be kept very hygienic and clean! 

Place the tea in a warm spot. Temperature should be between 68 to 85ºF . (20 to 29ºC) But out of direct sunlight. It must be left for at least 7 days so a new scoby can form. After a week you should see what is called a baby scoby as it develops on the surface. 

Making your own Kombucha at home

So how should it look? 

A Scoby when it is starting to develop looks translucent and clear. But as time passes it start to change color looking less translucent and clear, white and thicker. It starts to look like gelatin. Leave the scoby to form till it is at least a quarter inch thick before making your own Kombucha. This process can take a month. If after three weeks you dont see a scoby forming you can throw you can start this process over. 

Next article will share the Kombucha recipe. As the first article mentioned why it is good to make Kombucha. Also the precautions. This article is about the process to make the scoby that is need to Kombucha. And the next article will be about the process to make your own Kombucha at home. With the scoby we just created. 

I hope this article and the other articles helps you in attaining better health. But also a more rewarding lifestyle. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions. Feel free to comment below or contact us. We look forward to hearing from you. Our readers.  

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Kombucha. The healthy drink that has been around for 2000 years. And here is why.

Yesterday I was told about Kombucha. Kombucha is a sugary sweet tea and yeast that is fermented. A specific type of yeast! And is said to be good for a variety of illnesses. And ailments. You can make your own or you can buy it. The choice is yours. 

Some of the people that use it claim that it helps to boost your immune system, helps your body to get rid of toxins, also others say it can prevent cancer, heart disease and high blood pressure. It is also ideal to use if you want to lose weight. It can even increase your energy levels. But we will continue this part later on in this article.

Scientific viewpoint

From a scientific point of view. There is no proof that it actually does any of the healthy things mentioned earlier. However no one can deny it is ideal for gut health. So if you do have any of the conditions I named earlier. You will still have to consider a healthy lifestyle change. And not just rely on Kombucha to fix any situation. 

Making your own Kombucha at home

Health benefits that is real

As as it is filled with probiotics, has loads of vitamin b contains caffeine and limited amount of sugar. It can be accepted that it does have wonderful benefits to consider. 

If you want to make Kombucha at home. Take note

But if you consider making your own Kombucha you must know hygiene is extremely important. Your bottle or bottles must be clean. Your hands should be clean. The advice from the FDA is. Make sure everything is sanitary. That means any equipment used to make Kombucha and your hands too. Also mentioned by the FDA. Only then will it be safe to make your own Kombucha. Use glass, stainless steel or plastic containers for your home made Kombucha. Personally I think glass would be best. But that is my personal opinion. 

The important part you also have to know. 

There was at least one fatality from the use of Kombucha. Misusing it can cause liver issues, nausea, lactic acidosis (caused by too much lactic acid) and even allergic reactions. So if you consider making this. Then keeping everything sanitary clean is extremely important as you can see. Drinking this mixture 3 times a day is considered a safe amount. That means no more than 240 ml 3 times a day. No more!! 

So lets sum up some of the benefits of Kombucha

• Great source of (good bacteria) Probiotics. 
• Great for gut health

• May even be considered as healthy as green tea. 
• And we all know how good green tea is for health.

• Filled with anti oxidants.
• We all know the importance of antioxidants for a healthy lifestyle.

• Kombucha can kill bad bacteria
• Because Kombucha contains acetic acid it has the ability to kill bad bacteria and micro organisms

• As mentioned in the beginning it has the potential to decrease the risk of heart disease
• It can make a significant healthy change with the (bad) LDL and (good) HDL cholesterol levels in as little as a month 

• It can help you manage diabetes
• Kombucha helps to slow down digestion of carbohydrates you consume. That by itself help to lower your blood sugar levels. Kombucha can also help improve the functions of your kidneys and liver.

• It can help prevent cancer.
• Because it has anti cancer properties. Because it contains high amounts of ani-oxidants and tea polyphenols.

Making your own Scoby for Kombucha at home

So to sum it up. Kombucha if made correctly is highly beneficial for your health. Because it is filled with probiotics among other things. This sweet and sugary tea has been around this long for a great reason. That is very clear.

Next article we will discuss how to make Kombucha at home.

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Beading. The fun way to create jewelry

Time to consider another hobby. This one is fun, even for children. With adult supervision off course.

Beading is fun for many different reasons. 

One of them is making jewelry. That is what we will be discussing today. I confess that I love to make my own jewelry. I create what I like. To fit my taste style and personality. It can even be a very good business if that is what you want. 

In fact. I started doing this and when some relatives saw it. They started doing it too. I do it for myself. They do it as a business. It is personal preference.

Where to go for research?

So where would you go if you wanted to create jewelry. The answer is simple. The internet or if you prefer the library. Excellent too. But I prefer the internet. Because of the huge variety available. Different ways, methods and styles. If you have never done this. I can think of the perfect place to research this interesting topic. With step by step instructions. in fact. You will be guided step by step. Do you have any idea what I am talking about?

The answer is simple. Youtube. Just type beading for beginners. You will be stunned at how popular beading is. And the different ideas and designs. 

Supplies

The other thing you have to consider is the supplies. So feel free to do research on what exactly you want to spend. It can be products that isn't expensive. Or if you want a more glamorous look. You will find the right items. If you looked on Youtube they always say what items is needed to make whatever item they are creating. 

Also good to check the Do's and the Don'ts. As with anything there is the right way of doing things. And off course the wrong way too.  With that said.

Let your inspiration guide you. 

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Blogging. Sharing your passion.

Well if you love to write. Blogging is an ideal way to improve your writing skills.

But more importantly. It opens the gateway to many different varieties of things to write about.

Write about what you love. 

Write about what you feel passionate about. 

It is without a doubt one of the greatest way to capture and share what ever you feel enthusiastic about. The good thing about blogging. You are your own limitations. So if you consider blogging. Write about things you love to share. Whatever inspires you. It is yours to choose from.

From a business viewpoint

So many businesses know the value of a well written blog. 

They also know the value of marketing themselves or their product.

First they introduce themselves.

Then the purpose of the Blog or site.

And then it is up to them whatever else they do.

Not specifically in this order. But in general.

Monetizing your blog

Somewhere in the process you may monetize your blog. Which make the deal even sweeter.

There is many different ways to monetize blogs. Adsense is just one of them. 

And there is many different platforms to consider when you want to start a blog. 

Blogger is just one of the many available.

The choice is yours.

So if you feel blogging is for you

Be inspired and share your passion

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Highly nutritious conditioning hair mask made at home. Honey & Banana

To have beautiful shiny and strong hair. May be the dream of almost everyone. So if you feel it is time to give your hair some TLC. (Tender Loving Care). Then this feeding hair mask will be the perfect answer. And the best part of it. You can make this at home. 

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon Yogurt

1 Ripe Banana

3 Tablespoons Honey

1 Tablespoon Lemon juice

Method

Mash banana

Put banana  in blender

Add yogurt in blender.

Add 3 tablesppons honey in blender

Add tablespoon lemon juice

Blend all ingredients together

Apply mixture all over hair

Leave on for for at least a few minutes

Rinse hair with lukewarm water 

Use this highly nutritious conditioning hair mask. And you will feel as well as see the difference. But more important. Others will notice the difference too. 

This is just one of so many different varieties for giving your hair that extra boost. Try it once and see for yourself. This will become a secret you won't want to share with others. 

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