Category Archives: NATURAL PRODUCTS

African Marine Ingredients: Seaweed and Algae in Skincare

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Innovation in skincare is a constant process, and finding effective ingredients is to be considered. In this search for holistic skincare solutions, seaweeds and algae, which are marine African ingredients, play a significant role in protecting the skin from ageing, cancer, and sunburn. These aquatic plants, variegated and rich on numerous coastlines of Africa with medicinal properties, are now being added to the list of ingredients in skin care formulations, making them more productive.

Properties and applications of kumquat

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Kumquats are exotic fruits, which – because of their appearance – are sometimes called a “golden orange” or a “dwarf orange”. Despite its similarity to citrus fruits, kumquat does not belong to the Citrus genus. Nevertheless, just as citrus fruits, it is characterized by a high vitamin C content and high nutritional value. How do you eat kumquat, how does it taste and what are its medicinal properties?

Health-promoting properties of cranberry

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Cranberries are a popular culinary addition to both savory and sweet dishes as well as baked goods. The berries are used to make sauces, jams, juices and other preserves, which not only have high nutritional value, but also proven medicinal properties. In some cases, cranberry can even be as effective as synthetic drugs. What diseases does cranberry address and how to use it?