Tools for Natural Living

Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric root, has a long history of use in Chinese and Ayurvedic systems of healing. Recent research indicates that the spice may combat cancer and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. In fact, curcumin demonstrates more than a half dozen mechanisms of action that inhibit the development of cancer and tumor growth, and that prevent or slow the progression of neurodegenerative diseases. Scientists have f

Turmeric, a flowering perennial in the ginger family, harbors curcuminoids and other antioxidant compounds in its gorgeous, deep orange root. As a spice, powdered turmeric is prominent in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines and is traditionally used in India to counter inflammatory skin disorders (i.e., psoriasis), insect bites and other minor irritations. A paste of powdered turmeric root helps to deter infection of wounds and abrasions. Studies show that curcumin, the main ac

Bentonite clay is mined from deposits of volcanic ash – in the U.S., to the tune of 5 million tons annually, which represents 70% of the world’s supply. Soaking up to 10 times its weight in water, it is highly absorbent. Because bentonite has a strong negative electromagnetic charge, it binds to heavy metals and toxins, making it an excellent ingredient in facial masks and in other cosmetics. Bentonite is named in honor of Fort Benton, Wyoming, the site of the largest supply