Today celebrates the tiny albeit mighty chia seed! The chia plant is a member of the mint family native to central and southern Mexico, first known to be cultivated by the Aztec people. Many remember the “Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia!” jingle from the famous indoor planter figurines, Chia Pets, in America during the 1980s which substantially popularized the…
Are you familiar with the Bilberry plant? If you’re not originally from Europe nor currently living there, there’s a good chance you aren’t! Also called the European Blueberry, this perennial shrub has been used in food and medicine for centuries. It is most closely related to the blueberry, being in the same genus, Vaccinium. There…
Introducing our newest cedarwood oil to add to your collection – Cedarwood Oil – Himalayan! The evergreen Cedrus deodara, more commonly known as Himalayan cedar or deodar cedar, is a native species of tree in the Himalayan Mountain region. The Himalayan cedar is the national tree of Pakistan and the state tree of Himachal Pradesh,…
Last year, we added Organic Garlic Oil to our catalog. If you’re one to avoid the higher price tag that comes with certified organic products, our new conventional variety of Garlic Oil is for you! Garlic enhances any meal and is found as a culinary staple in many cultures. Before modern medicine, garlic was among…
We’re delighted to add these two new products, expanding our essential oil catalog even further: Ho Leaf Oil and Ho Wood Oil! Both of these oils come from the tree Cinnamomum camphora linalooliferum. If that tree sounds at all familiar, it’s because it is also the source of our White Camphor Oil! While derived from…
Every third Sunday in June, many countries across the globe celebrate paternal bonds on Father’s Day! Dads and father-figures alike are acknowledged and receive special thanks, dinners, and gifts to honor them. New tools, tech items, coffees, hot sauces, and alcohol are just a few categories of gifts given on this special day. Other hot…
Aloe Vera (aloe barbadensis) is one of the oldest and most known natural folk remedies. Native to eastern and southern Africa, aloe grows wild in tropical climates and is extensively cultivated worldwide for its potential healing properties, especially treating sunburns or discomforting skin conditions. This well-known succulent plant has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries,…
Global trade has become an essential part of creating consumer goods in the 21st century. Much of the world’s global trade occurs in seaports with gigantic cargo ships that can haul up to 24,000 steal containers. Sea ports are a nexus within the supply chain system. They foster much of the interaction between production and consumption…
We’re talking about our new Cinnamon Bark Oil and the differences between the other two varieties we carry!
The pomegranate is an ancient, unique fruit. Originally from the Central and South Asian regions, this fruit has quite the history, having been cultivated for several millennia. It has cultural and religious significance in many parts of the globe. In Ancient Greek mythology, for example, it is the fruit of the dead, connected to Persephone:…
Oil is among the many essential ingredients used in cooking and baking, but did you know that people have used oils for cooking as early as 3000 B.C.E? China and Japan were among the first to produce and use soybean oil, soon many ancient empires followed in the pursuit of the Vegetable Oil. Now it…
Stress is a normal and rather healthy thing that keeps us driven, alert and responsive – it has been written into our DNA. There are times when your levels will naturally spike like the rush before a holiday, a relative falling ill, or having a rough day at work. But, how much stress is too…