Description Guggul is a yellowish resin, which is secreted by a small, thorny mukul myrrh tree called commiphora mukul. The shrub reaches a maximum height of 4 to 6 feet and bears thorns on its branches. The leaves are small similar to those of neem. The flowers are red and the fruit is oval in …
Alternative medicine
Citrus aurantium
Citrus Aurantium Benefits vs Side Effects While the rest of the supplementing world is ranting and raving about Citrus Aurantium, there is a bitter side to this ingredient. Despite being backed by numerous studies implicating the great benefits of Citrus Aurantium, there have been some recent studies that have found otherwise. While not on the …
Cedrus deodara
Description Cedarwood is a plant that is up to 50 m high and up to 3 m in diameter. It has the shape of a pyramid and is crown conical when young, with leader and branches drooping at the end. On the other hand, the older trees are more rounded. The branches are horizontally arranged, …
Pineapple
Health benefits Immune system support Pineapple contains half of the daily-recommended value of vitamin C, according to the FDA. Vitamin C is a primary water-soluble antioxidant that fights cell damage, according to the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. This makes vitamin C a helpful fighter against problems such as heart disease and joint pain. …