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How To Cure Or Prime A Wooden, Carob Or Algarrobo Mate Gourd
Curing a mate means preparing it for its use, so that its porosity is reduced and the material does not affect the flavor of your mate.1. Clean your mate gourd with warm water.2. Fill it with moisten used yerba and add warm water.3. Leave overnight, remove yerba and clean.4. Add a thin layer of vegetable oil or butter to seal its pores and extend its life.
27th Jul 2019
Valerian Root: What Is It And How Can I Use It?
Valerian natural tranquilizerValerian is a plant that acts as a natural sedative agent, relaxing the nervous system and the brain, so it is usually recommended to people with sleep disorders, or to relieve stress and anxiety.What is valerian and propertiesValerian (Valeriana officinalis) is undoubtedly the best known natural tranquilizer. Its main use is related to sleep disorders and its consumption is usual, especially among those who suffer from insomnia.It is a plant native to Europe and cer
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14th Jul 2019
Stevia: Natural Sweetener, What Is It, What Can I Use It For?
Stevia is an intensely sweet-tasting plant that has been used to sweeten beverages and make tea since the 16th century.The plant is originally native to Paraguay and Brazil but is now also grown in Argentina. It is used as a non-nutritive sweetener and herbal supplement.A non-nutritive sweetener is one that contains little to no calories. Stevia is used as a healthful alternative to added sugar in many meals and beverages.This breakdown looks at the characteristics, uses, health benefits, and si
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5th Jul 2019
Jojoba Oil: What Is It, What Can I Use It For?
This oil is gentle enough to be used as a carrier oil. You can also use the oil alone. This oil is scientifically called Simmondsia chinensis. At room temperature, the shelf life of jojoba oil is about two years.Jojoba oil has a slightly nutty aroma. It contains some powerful fatty acids, including oleic, stearic, and palmitic acids. The oil also possesses anti-inflammatory properties. These help treat a variety of skin infections and wounds and may help delay the signs of aging.Jojoba Oil Helps
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22nd Jun 2019
How to Choose a Yerba Mate - How Aging and Blend Affect Its Flavor and Properties
There is a very large variety and different types of yerba mate. To choose the best yerba mate, we must take into account two key factors: aging and blend.Aging and mixing proportionsWhen we choose a mate, aging and the proportions of leaf, palo (stems) and dust are important characteristics; they will influence the taste, intensity and duration of mate.Each yerba mate brand determines the aging for the product and makes its own blend.AgingYerba mate is stored in specially conditioned chambers,
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12th Jun 2019