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Don?t Miss This Sweepstake for Mother?s Day
2008-04-26 12:11:00 How would you like win 3 months of flowers for your Mom? Imagine the cheer and delight of your mom’s face when she receive vibrant blooms, shipped fresh from the farm - delivered monthly. IF you win, she could be displaying this elegant calla lilies in the hall in May (delivered on time for Mother ’s Day). In June, she could enjoy the rich and soothing fragrance of lavender at home with this generous bunch of dried certified biodynamic lavender: In July, the multi-color tulips will simply reflect elegance, beauty and gracefulness: The goodness and joy doesn’t end here. On the first shipment, you will also get a beautiful vase for free!! Anxious to know how to be one of the lucky winner? I am not going to keep you in “suspend” any longer. You can be the lucky winner by simply joining the Eco-Flowers Sweepstakes. Good Luck! More About: Celebration , Miss
Eco-Gifts for Eco-Mom
2008-04-25 05:55:00 Mother’s Day 2008 is on Sunday, May 11th and are you still not sure what to get for your mom? Aren’t we all in the same boat? ;) I would also want the gift to be the-perfect gift for mom on this very special day. After all, it is the day to show her that you appreciate her continuous nagging tender loving care. :) This Mother’s Day, give her a gift that she would love to use and here are some top picks: 1. Mi-Mother’s Day Gift Pack It is time to give back some nourishment and nurturing with this lovely mother day’s pack. Wrapped in an organza bag with a gorgeous gift card with personalized message, this pack contains Nourishing Hand Cream, Jaffa Lip Balm and Rose Monsoon Hydrating Mist. All delivered to mom’s door. 2. Books Books come in every style, shape and size for every interest and hobby. If you order from Amazon or Borders, they will wrap and ship for you. Not sure which book to get for mom, no worries. Just get her Gift Cards. She will... More About: Gifts , Celebration , Mother
Top 10 Mother?s Day Quotes
2008-04-22 14:38:00 “Your arms were always open when I needed a hug. Your heart understood when I needed a friend. Your gentle eyes were stern when I needed a lesson. Your strength and love has guided me and gave me wings to fly”. Sarah Malin ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “Mother is the name for God in the lips and hearts of little children.” William Makepeace Thackeray ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us when troubles thicken around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavour by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.” Washington Irving (1783-1859) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “Mother love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible.” Marion C. Garretty ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever ... More About: Quotes
Guide to Mother?s Day Flower
2008-04-21 03:33:00 “I love my mother as the trees love water and sunshine - she helps me grow, prosper, and reach great heights.” ~Adabella Radici Mother s Day is almost here and you must be wondering how to choose Mother’s Days flowers. A mother is happy with any gift that you might give her. So the gift should not be a problem from her end. Its your satisfaction that you will have to think about. Flower s are the best way to express your feelings and thoughts. During the Victorian era, some flowers used to have specific meanings because selection of flowers was actually associated with the elite class of the society, where they used to use more symbols and gestures to communicate than words. The Society of American Florists compiled a comprehensive list of the meaning of flowers. Here is an extract from the list laid down by. * Begonia — deep thoughts * Black-Eyed Susan — encouragement * Camellia — graciousness * Carnation (pink) — gratitude * Ginger ̵... More About: Guide
Shea Butter?s Anti-Aging Benefits
2008-04-20 00:52:00 by Dr. Robyn Tisdale Scott Research shows that there are two different kinds of aging. They are called Intrinsic and Extrinsic. Intrinsic is the normal process of aging, and usually begins around our mid 20’s. Aging of this kind causes collagen production to slow, and the elasticity of our skin to lessen. Extrinsic aging is aging that is caused by outside or external factors. Some of the things that cause premature and extrinsic aging are the sun, smoking, repetitive facial gestures, and much more. Luckily, we are finding more and more that we can prevent extrinsic aging and get rid of the signs of aging effectively. There are some very important things you can do to take care of your skin and make sure that you are protecting it from signs of aging. Keep your skin hydrated and supple with a great moisturizer. Organic Shea Butter is a moisturizer, but studies show that it can do much more. It actually has anti-aging properties which fight lines and wrinkles, dull skin and dryn... More About: Benefits , Anti
Dangerous Chemicals in Baby Bottle
2008-04-16 14:47:00 On Tuesday, the US government has reported that a chemical in some plastic food and drink packaging including baby bottles may be tied to early puberty and prostate and breast cancer. The chemical, also called BPA, is used in many baby bottles and the plastic lining of cans of infant formula. The National Toxicology Program said laboratory rodents exposed to BPA levels similar to human exposures developed precancerous lesions in the prostate and mammary glands, among other things. (Full article..) The Environmental activists long have warned about health concerns regarding the chemical. The National Toxicology Program said laboratory rodents exposed to BPA levels similar to human exposures developed precancerous lesions in the prostate and mammary glands, among other things. These BPA stuff are harmful to your baby health. These are stuff that can also be found in pesticides, fungicides and many other products. If you are concern of your baby’s health, please change your baby... More About: Baby , Health , Chemicals , Bottle , Dangerous
Spring Green Bean Casserole
2008-04-15 12:48:00 “This recipe is reminiscent of my grandmother’s comfort food…” ~ Kimberly Edwards Type: Side Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 1.25 hrs + 5 min Nutrition Facts: * Please use organic ingredients whenever possible! Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs Green beans - Cleaned & trimmed 2 medium White Onions - Finely diced 1 regular-sized Green Pepper - Finely chopped 1/2 Pimento Pepper - Finely chopped ~ 5 tbsp Butter * 4 tbsp Slivered Almonds - * Optional: Sliced or Slivered 1/3 cup Bread Crumbs - Buttered (with ~ 1 tbsp melted butter) 1 tbsp Heavy Cream Sea Salt - To taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper - To taste Paprika - Sprinkled throughout Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Clean and trim green beans. * Tip: Do not chop beans… 3. Clean & finely dice onions, chop peppers. 4. Butter an appropriate sized casserole dish. 5. Arrange alternate layers of beans (lengthwise), onions and peppers. * Tip: Begin & end with a layer of beans. 6. Sprink... More About: Spring , Bean , Casserole
Lovely Low-Carbon Gift Wrapping
2008-04-14 10:50:00 By Megan McWilliams (aka Green Diva Meg) Lovely Lokta is naturally died paper made from the Daphne or Lokta bushes that grow in the Himalayan mountains. And it IS lovely . . . but it also is made quite sustainably - no trees were harmed in the production of this paper! Here’s what makes it so groovy and green: Lokta paper is handmade and sun dried, so there are no machines involved; The bush grows quickly and actually needs aggressive pruning or it would die, but the bush also helps stabilize the soil and protect rural Nepalese villages from mudslides during the monsoon season; The bush grows in the shade, so commercial growth does NOT require any forests be cut down; The bush grows happily without the use of chemicals; The paper is colored with either azo-free dyes or organic dyes; Sweet Organics & Naturals developed this paper and sent me some samples along with some very cool organically dyed twine. The paper is not only nice, it has a great consi... More About: Carbon , Gift
A Good Green Read
2008-04-13 00:55:00 by Megan McWilliams (aka Green Diva Meg) “Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.” Douglas Adams Not a new book, but a classic in terms of relevance and delivery. I am still grieving the death of this oddly colorful and weirdly hysterically funny author. I resisted the Last Chance to See, a book Douglas Adams co-authored with Mark Carwardine - I couldn’t imagine how he could handle the dreadfully serious topic of what is happening to some of the rarer species on the planet. In reading this book, I came to realize that my greatest humorist inspiration was also an environmental activist. Mr. Adams managed to convey an important story in that fabulous voice of his that inspires moments of hysterical laughter followed by a stunning desire to cry. He and Mark stumble through this important piece of environmental journalism to help illustrate the so... More About: Read , Good
Kimberly?s Healthy Pre-Party Juice
2008-04-12 09:26:00 “A healthy beverage of fresh fruit juices before you go out for a night on the town…Take care of yourself and be careful out there!!!” ~ Kimberly Edwards * Please use organic fruit! Type: Beverage Prep Time: ~ 8 min Yield: ~ 7 cups of juice…Enough for ~ 4 people Nutrition Facts: Full of vitamins, minerals, water and nutrients… Ingredients: 3 Grapefruit - Peeled 6 Apples - Of your choice 2 Beets - With greens, if desired Instructions: 1. Wash apples with fruit spray and water, and cut in quarters. 2. Peel grapefruit or cut off peel. 3. Wash beets, cut greens off separately if they came with them,and quarter beets. 4. Turn juicer on and put grapefruit and beets in first, followed by the apples. 5. Stir, pour into beautiful, chilled glasses. 6. Enjoy something healthy before your night of partying… * Tip: Your liver will thank you! About Kimberly: Kimberly is the author of CookingWithKimberly.com. She has a degree in Pre-Medicine, as well as ... More About: Party , Healthy , Juice
Chamomile Milk Bath
2008-04-10 12:25:00 Milk is an amazing skin care product providing your body with cleansing and protective qualities. When add with chamomile, you are creating a soothing mix. This chamomile milk bath is a skin softening treat for dry winter skin. This is also designed for overloaded and stressy people. Not only that, a chamomile milk bath will encourage your little one to have a great night?s sleep. To make this, you will need the following: 4 cups powdered milk 1 cup boiling water 1/2 cup dried chamomile or 5 chamomile tea bags Instructions: Steep chamomile in water for 20 minutes Strain liquid. Mix liquid with powdered milk and add to running bath water. More About: Bath , Milk
Kimberly?s Creamed Cheese Icing
2008-04-07 14:57:00 Type: Dessert Serve With: Kimberly’s Carrot Cake Prep Time: ~ 20 min Yield: Enough for 1 carrot cake or 12-16 cupcakes Ingredients: 4 oz Creamed Cheese 2 cups Icing Sugar 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract - Please use real vanilla extract, not artificial! 1/4 cup Butter - Melted 1/2 tsp Lemon Juice * Grated Coconut - * Optional: Toasted Instructions: 1. Using room temperature creamed cheese, cream well, add icing sugar and beat until smooth. 2. Add cold melted butter, vanilla & lemon juice to reach spreading consistency. * Tip: If necessary only, add 1 tsp heavy cream to reach desired consistency. 3. Refrigerate about 10-15 min to firm up enough to spread easily. 4. After icing cake or cupcakes, it can be garnished with toasted coconut, nut halves, sprinkles or whatever, if desired. 5. Enjoy the pure pleasure of your dessert with a glass of milk! About Kimberly: Kimberly is the author of CookingWithKimberly.com. She has a degree in Pre-Medicine, as well as many minors, and is ... More About: Easter
Himalayan Salt Rock Crystal Lamps for Your Health
2008-04-06 04:06:00 Salt crystal lamps can be beneficial to your health. Himalayan rock crystal lamps have been known to help with many health problems such as sinuses, hypertension, respiratory problems, arthritis, migraines, liver conditions and many more. Salt crystal lamps generate healthy negative ions that cleanse the air. Ever experienced the change in the air after a good rain? That’s from negative ions, and that’s what these lamps do, and they don’t lose their power over time. These salt lamps are made from salt crystal rocks that nature formed hundreds of millions of years ago. They are mined with caution to preserve their purity and natural beauty. They are pleasant to look at with their soft, warm light and unique appearance. Salt lamps work like ionizers but without the negative aspects like ozone that unnatural ionizers produce. The salt lamps also possess a healthier frequency of about 100-160Hz. This is clo... More About: Health , Rock , Crystal , Wellness , Salt
Awww?So Cute.
2008-04-05 15:32:00 I am totally stricken awe by this florist’s creativity and talent! Her floral arrangement is amazing and she can truly brings life into her masterpieces… When I saw her cute little maltese, my heart totally melt. These dogs made with flowers look so real and they are so adorable! They look innocent with their puppy dog eyes. More About: Cute
Health Spa Treatments - Using Lavender Herbs From Your Own Herb Garden
2008-04-05 11:05:00 by Mary Hanna Health spa treatments can be costly. Have you ever considered creating your own home spa by using lavender and other herbs from your own herb garden? After all of the hours you spent planting and tending to your herb plants, reap another benefit by using your herbs to make herbal cosmetics, herbal teas or herbal medicines and by all means as ingredients for a home spa. Some people have spaghetti herb gardens, or salad gardens even headache gardens, consider this your own Spa Herb Garden ! For very soft touchable skin use Lavender or Calendula leaves and petals. Bruise the leaves and petals and put them into a glass jar. Pour enough olive oil into the jar to cover the herbs. Set the jar on a sunny window and shake everyday for two to three weeks. Strain the oil through cheese cloth pressing on the solids to remove all essential oils. Reseal the jar and place in a dark place. The herbal oil should last up to one year. This soothing Lavender oil can be applied directly... More About: Treatments , Herbs
The BIG Plastic Meltdown
2008-04-03 12:51:00 by The Green Divas I swear my little Benjamin has been teething since he was born. We call him ?Ben the Beaver? because he just gnaws on everything he gets his hands on. So my dilemma for the past 10 months has been finding safe stuff for him to chew on. The process of researching this has become pretty overwhelming, but I?ll try and share some of what I?ve found. The Chemicals Some chemicals are used in the manufacture of plastics including baby products. The concern: that they can leach when touched or chewed on and have a toxic effect on the human body. Phthalate - Phthalates, or Phthalate Esters, are a group of chemical compounds that are mainly used as plasticizers (substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility). They are chiefly used to turn polyvinyl chloride from a hard plastic into a flexible plastic. Bisphenol-A - Bisphenol A (BPA) is a high production volume chemical used in the production of polycarbonate plastic and several types of resins. ... More About: Plastic
Kimberly?s Incredible Carrot Cake
2008-04-02 13:02:00 Type: Dessert Serve With: Kimberly’s Creamed Cheese Icing Prep Time: ~ 15 min Cook Time: 1 hr. Yield: 1 cake Nutrition Facts: Please use organic ingredients whenever possible. Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups Carrot s - Grated 3 large Eggs 1 cup Sugar 1 tbsp Heavy Cream 3/4 cup Oil - Vegetable or Peanut 1 1/2 cups Flour - Organic all-purpose 1 2/3 tsp Baking Powder 3/4 tsp Baking Soda 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon * 1/2 cup Pecans or Walnuts - * Optional - Coarsley ground * 3/4 cup Raisins - * Optional - I prefer golden. Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. 2. Grate carrots and set aside. 3. In mixing bowl, beat eggs well until thick and lemony in color. Add sugar and heavy cream, and beat well. 4. Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. * Tip: Add raisins and/or nuts to the flour mixture, if desired. 5. Mix in flour mixture and carrots to egg mixture until barely incorporated. 6. Pour entire mixture into greased pan (either loaf pan, bundt pan or cupcake cups). 7... More About: Cake , Incredible
The Mikado
2008-04-01 12:18:00 I saw the “Mikado” at one of the florist in Brisbane and I thought it is such a cutie. :) The Mikado has a velvety leaves and long stems which display initially golden enclosed buds, forming cute creamy-white button flowers. I reckon it fits really well in a modern home and from my conversation with the florist, it is not too difficult to maintain. You have to make certain that the soil remain moist. Also, this plant prefers to be in a humid condition and high light.
Versatile Tomatoes for Beautiful Skin
2008-03-31 14:03:00 You know, you can whip up many skin care recipes with tomatoes. Tomatoes are so versatile and oh-so-good for your skin. I have recently made this discovery after my post on Tomato Blemish Remedy and I am really excited to share what I have found out. As we all know, tomatoes are one of the top skin food because of their antioxidant and Vitamin C properties. Also, due to their cooling and astringent properties, they are ideal key ingredients for facial mask. These mask are suitable for those with oily or combination skin. The tomato facial mask are natural astringent and with that, it can help reduce oil and reduce pores. I am going to highlight just a couple of variations of tomatoes skin care recipes for oily skin. Quick Tomato Facial The Quick Tomato Facial is a quick-fix for those who are always on the go. All you have to do is just simply cut a tomato into half and rub it on your face. Allow it to sit for a few minutes before rinsing. You can focus on the areas of the face with ... More About: Skin , Beautiful
7 Reasons Everyone with Back Pain Should Consider Inversion Therapy
2008-03-30 11:01:00 by Steven Hefferon, CMT, PTA, CPRS Let me start out by saying that I have had back pain and I have had sciatica. So I know the feeling. I know how frustrating it can be, and I know how it can suck the joy right out of your life. Be careful not to do dumb things Shortly after I graduated from high school, I owned a landscaping company. I worked hard because I wanted the good stuff out of life. I really pushed myself, sometimes taking on jobs I did not even know how to do. Once, for example, I was approached by an English client who wanted a stone wall built the way they do it in England, which is without cement (they’re called drywalls). I said, “No problem.” But because the wall was going to have to hold back dirt, I asked if I could put in a cement footer. The client agreed. Well, on Day One I dug out the footer then went to the store and bought the cement. When I returned, I decided to put two 80-pound bags of cement on my shoulders to save time and trips up and... More About: Pain , Back , Reasons , Back Pain , Therapy
Earth Hour 2008
2008-03-29 10:24:00 Today is Earth Hour day (March 29, 2008 ) Approximately in an hour (Brisbane time), cities across the world will turn off their lights for just one hour. This is a very strong and powerful movement to show that it is possible to take action on global warming. You can actually make a difference NOW to help to reduce the effect of global warming. Simple actions like switching off can make a difference and it sends a powerful message that the people of the world care about the future of the planet. To make things happen, sign up for Earth Hour and commit to turning off your lights on March 29th from 8pm to 9pm. If you are currently residing in Brisbane, you still have another 40 minutes to commit. To the rest of the people at other part of the world, please check out Earth Hour to find out what you can do to make a difference. You can make a huge difference by unplugging any appliances - mobile phone charger, TV, microwave, MP3 player, computer monitor, printer that are not being used ...
Low-Stress Sustainable Kitchen - 1
2008-03-29 09:12:00 by Meg and Jen (aka Green Divas) Aside from gathering the freshest, healthiest, most nourishing locally and responsibly grown food for our pantries, we have some sustainable habits we find help not only minimize the waste, but maximize the output of yummy and fun food. Here are a few ‘Fresh Ideas’ for your sustainable kitchen: Recycle This may seem elementary, but a lot of people don’t realize how much they throw away that could be recycled. Cardboard - we breakdown EVERY cardboard package and put it in a crate where ALL of our junk mail goes. Plastic - most plastic containers are recyclable. yes, another bin, but saves a lot in the landfills! Composting - there are a lot of inexpensive and easy products around to help set up a variety of kitchen composting scenarios. Meg has a stainless steel composting bin and she uses compostable bags to help gather all her food scraps to help create luscious soil for the gardens. NOTE: if you don’t have a garden, ... More About: Kitchen , Stress , Sustainable
Tomato Blemish Remedy
2008-03-28 10:02:00 This Tomato Blemish Remedy is very suitable for teenagers with blemishes. The use of tomato in skin care has been popular due to its cooling and astringent properties. It is rich in Vitamin C, thus making it helpful for acne and brightening dull skin. Vitamin A is also essential for building healthy skin. Also, the tomato is naturally acidic and this property can help to balance the skin and get rid of excessive oil. To combat blemishes and persistent acne, try this Tomato Blemish Remedy everyday for at least a week for best results. For each treatment, you will need 1 small Tomato and all you need to do is to mash the tomato in a bowl and apply the pulp liberally to your face. Relax with the tomato on your face for an hour, then rinse your face with tepid water. How difficult is that? Not only it is good for your face but your wallet too.
Something Wrong with Wordpress?
2008-03-22 15:49:00 I was suppose to post four incredible recipes for Easter but I have “missed the boat”. During the past couple of days, my Wordpress platform has been refraining me from saving and publishing new entries! I am not too sure what causes it. From what I notice, I can only publish really short post as oppose to the long ones. I don’t mean to abandon my blog but something strange seems to be happening here. If anyone of you have similar experience, please share it with me. Thanks :) More About: Wrong
Happy Easter Day!
2008-03-21 07:05:00 Have a Safe and Happy Easter ! (P/S : I am having problems with my Wordpress, I cannot seem to upload, save and publish new posts. :( ) More About: Celebration
Logo Design Love Award for Organic Passion?
2008-03-15 17:44:00 I cannot believe it ! The Organic Passion logo has been nominated for the Logo Design Love Award . Started on 25 January 2008, the Logo Design Love is a website dedicated to logos. The founder, David Airey is a self-employed graphic designer in Edinburgh, Scotland. As part of David’s project, the Organic Passion logo is in the running for an award in the Health and Self-Development Blog logos. There are 14 nominees in this and I must say that the competition is pretty tight. If you like the Organic Passion logo, please put in your vote by listing your favorite design in a comment. The comment need to be inserted here. Remember, if you still want us to be in the running, put in your VOTE HERE !! :)
Spring and Easter Eco-Friendly Flowers and Chocolates!
2008-03-12 12:37:00 To celebrate Easter and the coming of spring, Organic Bouquet will feature exclusive collections of spring and Easter bouquets, delectable Easter egg chocolate truffles and bunnies, and organic Easter cookies! The Organic Bouquet Easter Truffle (as displayed below) is handmade from the highest quality ingredients. This handcrafted papier-mâché easter basket contain 20 delectable Swiss organic chocolate truffles. Each individual chocolate shell envelopes a creamy center of either milk, dark or white chocolate, Cognac or whipped caramel. Each piece of chocolate is an indulgence you?ll have to taste to believe! No artificial flavorings or colors. If you are looking for something more symbolic as Easter gift, look no further as Organic Bouquet has their very own Organic Easter Classic Cookie! Compare to so many organic sites I’ve visited, nothing beats theirs (see picture below). They truly brings out the spirit of spring and all things fresh. They don’t only look incredib... More About: Flowers , Chocolates , Spring , Celebration
Japanese Food: Miso
2008-03-11 13:08:00 Miso is the most medicinal soy food. According to many scientific research, miso is an effective therapeutic aid in the prevention and treatment of heart disease, certain cancers, radiation sickness and hypertension. Miso soup consumption is also linked with up to a 50% reduced risk of breast cancer according to the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. What is Miso? Miso is a traditional Japanese food produced by fermenting rice, barley and/or soybeans with salt. The most typical miso is made with soy. Miso has a texture similar to peanut butter, it comes in thick paste that is used for sauces, spreads, pickling vegetables or meats, mixing with dashi suop stock to serve as miso soup, a Japanese culinary staple. Miso is high in protein, rich in vitamins and minerals. Miso is also low in fat. Miso is typically salty, but it is available in a vast range of delicious flavors, ranging from meaty and savory to sweet and delicate. Cooking with Miso Miso is a versatile ingredi... More About: Food , Nutrition , Wellness
Soy reduces breast cancer risk: Japanese study
2008-03-09 05:25:00 This piece of news was released yesterday and I thought it would be useful for all women to know that traditional Japanese soy-based foods (e.g. tofu, miso, natto) can help lower the risks of breast cancer. TOKYO (AFP) - Women who eat traditional Japanese soy-based foods on a regular basis face lower risks of breast cancer, a government-sponsored study showed Friday. Women who had high levels of genistein, a compound found in soybeans, had less of a chance of developing breast cancer than women with less of it, said the study by the National Cancer Center in Tokyo. Soybeans in Japan are eaten as tofu, miso soup or Japanese fermented beans known as “natto.” The study followed approximately 25,000 women aged between 40 and 69 throughout Japan for an average of 10 and a half years. The team studied the relationship between genistein concentration and breast cancer risk by comparing blood samples taken from a 144 women who had developed breast cancer and 288 who did not. Th... More About: Study , Nutrition , Breast Cancer
Pomegranate: Health Benefits Have Never Tasted So Good!
More articles from this author:2008-03-08 14:04:00 by Lina Baker and Randa Khalil The pomegranate is an ancient fruit native of Persia, Pakistan and Afghanistan that was cultivated and naturalized in Georgia, Armenia and over the whole Mediterranean region and northern India since ancient times. It is mentioned several times in the Old Testament, and the ancient city of Granada in Spain was renamed after the fruit during the Moorish period. The pomegranate shrub was introduced to California by Spanish settlers in the early 18th Century, and is now widely cultivated in that state as well as in Arizona. With a rich history in myth, symbolism and art, the pomegranate was even thought by some scholars to be the forbidden fruit, which tempted Eve, and not the apple. Because of the intense ruby color of its edible seeds, the pomegranate was an inspiration to many artists of the region, including the Georgian filmmaker Paradjanov, whose masterpiece film was titled ?The Colour of Pomegranate s?. The pomegranat... More About: Health , Good , Benefits 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
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