Elderberry leaves contain healthy properties for our body. As a diuretic, they counteract water retention and urogenital irritations, helping to help with cystitis and urethritis. Also useful as a laxative to avoid constipation and detox for digestive difficulties. elderberry leaves can also fight irritations of the respiratory tract, soothe coughs, pharyngitis and allergic rhinitis.
Ingredients: elder leaves Botanical name: Sambucus Nigra L. Origin: Balkans
The root of this plant is widely used in the preparation of excellent liqueurs, and for an herbal tea with excellent digestive properties. Gentian increases salivary secretion, and for this reason it is considered an excellent aperitif and stimulant of appetite. Gentian herbal tea is also known as a treatment to soothe some symptoms of indigestion and promote stomach well-being.
Ingredients: gentian root Botanical name: gentian lutea L. Origin: France
Also called cracked wheat, bulgur comes from the processing of whole wheat, chopped to make it more palatable. The nutritional characteristics are the same as wheat, including starches, proteins, mineral salts and many dietary fibers. As a cereal, its caloric intake is low, and for this reason it is widely used in light recipes.
The prunes of Agen have a high mineral content, which makes them suitable for the balance of the body and the regularity of intestinal transit. They help to keep the tissues toned, counteracting stretch marks and flaccidity, thanks to the properties of vitamin A, beta carotene and zinc.
Green pepper is used to flavor fish and meat dishes (chicken, turkey, pork, beef). The recipe for fillet with green pepper is famous. It is particularly appreciated for its spicy, fresh and delicately herbaceous flavour. Green pepper also goes well with other spices, including nutmeg, coriander and juniper.
The scent of Atlantic cedar essential oil is penetrating and enveloping, since ancient times it has been attributed the ability to convey a sense of calm, serenity and strength. Balsamic, useful for skin and hair care. Origin: France
The root of this plant is widely used in the preparation of excellent liqueurs with a strong flavor and digestive properties par excellence. Gentian increases salivary secretion, is an excellent aperitif, also known as a treatment to soothe some symptoms related to digestion and promote the well-being of the stomach.
Ingredients: gentian root Botanical name: genziana lutea L. Origin: France
Preparation of liqueur: 100g of whole root gentian, 4 liters of white wine, 1 kg of sugar, 1 liter of alcohol.
Cinnamon in bark is the spice preferred by cooks to give a particular flavor to their recipes. In healthy terms, cinnamon helps keep blood sugar in balance, helps prevent cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, triglycerides and ulcers. Tip: do not cook it too long, it can become bitter.
The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation from the needles and branches of the wild cypress (cupressus sempervirens). According to aromatherapy, it makes the perceptions but at the same time "reassuring" effects. Common for topical use in hair packs and massages, adding a few drops to a carrier oil. Origin: France
Dried apricots contain many nutrients useful to our body, they are very rich in potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and other mineral salts. Despite drying, these apricots are able to maintain the same properties and benefits of fresh food.
