One can brew an herbal tea from patchouli leaves to help with various digestive problems and also use them to keep moths away from clothes. Patchouli oil has antifungal properties and can be applied on the skin to treat fungal infections, dandruff, and eczema. It can also be added to bath water to soothe rheumatic pain.
Researchers have found that consuming high levels of polyphenols, which are found in foods like dark chocolate, blueberries, and red wine, can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer, potentially increasing lifespan.
One tablespoon (about 6 grams) of fresh grated ginger root contains only 4 calories, but also provides essential nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B6.
Comprising one-third of all the protein in the human body, collagen is an intractable, fibrous protein responsible for giving skin its durability and suppleness. Collagen molecules are densely arranged to create elongated, narrow fibrils that anchor cells to each other and form supportive structures.
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