Sharing the health benefits of plants 

Following an illness or period of stress, a time of convalescence is crucial to allow the body and mind to recover. Once the symptoms of the illness have cleared up, we enter a period of post-convalescence which is transition from recovery to complete rehabilitation. Sleep , good quality nutrition, gentle exercise and emotional support continue to be important. This is also the time to focus on replenishing minerals, trace elements and vitamins which have been depleted durin

Citrus fruits are often associated with vitamin C but they are not the only source of this vital vitamin. Vitamin C, also known as...

Following a shock, injury or disease, we are tired, demineralised and our immune system is weakened. Convalescence is a crucial period of physical and mental rest required to recover from illness, surgery or an emotional trauma. Depending on the condition, this can take from several weeks to several months. Like most people, I’m impatient to return to my normal activities, however, if this period is not respected, recovery takes longer and there is an increased risk of relaps