The olive tree is a relic of times gone by. There are whisperings of these old trees in early literature and some claim that the geriatric trees in the Garden of Gethsemane have witnessed Jesus praying. Olive trees are native to the Mediterranean basin where they thrive in sunshine and dry weather. It used be believed that the olive tree will only grow near the coast but this wiry tree is being discovered also in backyards of eager gardeners where ...

by MARGARET MATHEWS You may have found that no matter what type of diet you have tried – whether it was reducing calories, increasing or reducing carbohydrates, fat or protein intakes, exercising till your heart drops out that no matter what you cannot lose the extra pounds and weight. According to the WHO – the World Health Organization, 3.5 billion – yes that is right billions not millions of people throughout the world suffer from types of parasitic infestations and infections. ...

With an ever increasing life expectancy isn’t it essential you hold on to your youth? Here’s our indispensable guide to the top 30 everyday foods that will keep you looking and feeling younger: We’re living longer today than ever before but who wants to look their age? Fortunately science is proving that the food we eat can put the brakes on the ageing process, both on the inside and on the outside. Investing in a healthy diet now can help ...

A fundamental part of a healthy diet is pure, clean water. When you were born, your body was 78% water. As an adult that percentage has dropped to 55% – 60%, but its importance to your well-being is just as essential as when you were a baby. At this point, you may be wondering exactly why drinking purified water is such an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Just take a look at some of the vital functions that are ...