January is the month when we firmly resolve to knock our bodies into shape, after the excesses of Christmas. But instead of dusting off old diets or trying new ones, why not consider a herbal alternative? A herbal infusion made from freshly picked Fennel leaves is known to aid weight loss. It's also an excellent tonic, helping digestion and improving memory.
Did you know that Borage was used by the Romans to relieve hangovers? Borage (Borago officinalis) is one of nature's best tonics for stress and depression. So if the pre-Christmas parties have put you into reverse mode, reach for the big B.
At this time of year we can all do with as much Lemon Balm, or Melissa, as we can find. A soothing cup of Lemon Balm tea works wonders for panic attacks - whether it's Matric exams or just the stress and anxiety of meeting end of year deadlines.
I've always been fascinated by trees, I love their splendour and majesty and the way they reach up to the sky so still and yet so strong. I find myself drawn to them and love to touch them and sit by them and feel the calmness of their energy. Just being in the presence of a tree can have beneficial effects.
I'm not particularly green fingered. In fact I will go a step further and admit that I don't enjoy digging around in the muck at all. Don't get me wrong, I do love gardens, I enjoy the smell of the grass and the perfume of the trees, the different shades of green as the clouds move and the sun goes down. I think gardens are for enjoyment and contemplation, I therefore find myself quite drawn to the idea of a Zen garden. Even maintaining (raking) the garden sounds so lonely and romantic it really appeals to my hermit side.
It's completely and utterly amazing how much energy the sun produces, for example did you know that each day more solar energy reaches the earth than the total amount of energy that our planet's 6 billion inhabitants can consume in 25 years! And yet amazingly the amount of energy we actually harvest from the sun and use compared to other non renewable sources is a measly 2%.
At first glance it's easy to confuse Dill and Fennel and of the two, Dill is the Cinderella herb, less known for its delicate, nuanced flavour. Dill has a particular affinity with fish, as anyone who has enjoyed salmon or trout lightly garnished with a dill dressing will know. But its culinary range extends well beyond that.
South Africa's water consumption is increasing despite the fact that we live in country that is predominantly semi-arid with regions that experience regular drought periods. Waterwise gardening has therefore now become an essential facet of responsible water management.
Moon planting, lunar gardening or whatever you want to call it is one aspect of Biodynamic farming that is gaining increasing popularity amongst both gardeners and farmers. Gardening and growing crops in harmony with the cycles of the moon was a largely forgotten practise that has been around for many centuries - but it is now beginning to make a revival.
Vaastu is an ancient science of placement and design that was developed in India more than 3,000 years ago. It is a practice that guides the design and construction of buildings in harmony with the natural laws of the universe.
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January is the month when we firmly resolve to knock our bodies into shape, after the excesses of Christmas. But instead of dusting off old diets or trying new ones, why not consider a herbal alternative? A herbal infusion made from freshly picked Fennel leaves is known to aid weight loss. It's also an excellent tonic, helping digestion and improving memory. 
Did you know that Borage was used by the Romans to relieve hangovers? Borage (Borago officinalis) is one of nature's best tonics for stress and depression. So if the pre-Christmas parties have put you into reverse mode, reach for the big B. 
At this time of year we can all do with as much Lemon Balm, or Melissa, as we can find. A soothing cup of Lemon Balm tea works wonders for panic attacks - whether it's Matric exams or just the stress and anxiety of meeting end of year deadlines. 
I've always been fascinated by trees, I love their splendour and majesty and the way they reach up to the sky so still and yet so strong. I find myself drawn to them and love to touch them and sit by them and feel the calmness of their energy. Just being in the presence of a tree can have beneficial effects. 
I'm not particularly green fingered. In fact I will go a step further and admit that I don't enjoy digging around in the muck at all. Don't get me wrong, I do love gardens, I enjoy the smell of the grass and the perfume of the trees, the different shades of green as the clouds move and the sun goes down. I think gardens are for enjoyment and contemplation, I therefore find myself quite drawn to the idea of a Zen garden. Even maintaining (raking) the garden sounds so lonely and romantic it really appeals to my hermit side. 
It's completely and utterly amazing how much energy the sun produces, for example did you know that each day more solar energy reaches the earth than the total amount of energy that our planet's 6 billion inhabitants can consume in 25 years! And yet amazingly the amount of energy we actually harvest from the sun and use compared to other non renewable sources is a measly 2%. 
At first glance it's easy to confuse Dill and Fennel and of the two, Dill is the Cinderella herb, less known for its delicate, nuanced flavour. Dill has a particular affinity with fish, as anyone who has enjoyed salmon or trout lightly garnished with a dill dressing will know. But its culinary range extends well beyond that. 
South Africa's water consumption is increasing despite the fact that we live in country that is predominantly semi-arid with regions that experience regular drought periods. Waterwise gardening has therefore now become an essential facet of responsible water management. 
Moon planting, lunar gardening or whatever you want to call it is one aspect of Biodynamic farming that is gaining increasing popularity amongst both gardeners and farmers. Gardening and growing crops in harmony with the cycles of the moon was a largely forgotten practise that has been around for many centuries - but it is now beginning to make a revival. 
Vaastu is an ancient science of placement and design that was developed in India more than 3,000 years ago. It is a practice that guides the design and construction of buildings in harmony with the natural laws of the universe. 
This is the powerful story of the author's struggle with Multiple Sclerosis and how a healer's unusual prescription of mindful altruism - to 'give away 29 gifts in 29 days' - ignited her energy, her happiness, and invited more abundance into her life.