Great Natural Cures

Why Maltodextrin Is Worse Than Sugar

Details: Written by: Elliot Sage; Category: Digestive Issues

If you’re reaching for a protein shake to support your fitness goals or maintain a healthy lifestyle, you might be unknowingly consuming an ingredient that’s doing more harm than good. Many protein powders contain a hidden culprit called maltodextrin, often listed as the first ingredient on the label. This cheap filler, derived from processed corn, can wreak havoc on your health, spiking blood sugar levels, fueling cravings, and damaging gut health. Let’s uncover why maltodextrin in protein powders is a bigger concern than sugar itself and how it impacts your body.

Garlic and Oregano Oil: Natural Boosters for Immune Health

Details: Written by: Elliot Sage; Category: Immune Support

Post-weaning stress hits piglets hard, spiking inflammation, oxidative damage, and cortisol while slashing growth rates. Farmers once leaned on high-dose zinc oxide to curb diarrhea and bolster immunity, but the EU banned therapeutic levels in 2022 over pollution and resistance fears. Enter two kitchen staples that outperform ZnO when dosed right: garlic powder and microencapsulated oregano essential oil (OEO).

Blackstrap Molasses for Hair Growth and Grey Hair

Details: Written by: Elliot Sage; Category: Skin & Hair

Blackstrap molasses (BSM) is the dark, nutrient-dense syrup from the third boiling of sugarcane. It delivers iron, copper, magnesium, calcium, potassium, and B-vitamins straight from nature. Two minerals stand out for hair:

Iron fuels growth and stops shedding.
Copper drives melanin and may restore natural grey hair color.

Below is what real-world use and nutrient science reveal about both goals.

Mullein: Nature’s Ally for Respiratory Health

Details: Written by: Elliot Sage; Category: Herbal Teas & Infusions

Mullein (Verbascum densiflorum), often called Aaron’s rod, grows wild across rocky hillsides and open fields. For centuries, herbalists in Europe, Asia, and North America have turned to its soft, fuzzy leaves and bright yellow flowers to ease coughs, calm inflammation, and support lung health. Today, this humble plant remains a favorite in natural remedy circles, even as science works to catch up with tradition.

Lomatium Dissectum: Nature's Antiviral Powerhouse

Details: Written by: Elliot Sage; Category: Tinctures & Extracts

Lomatium dissectum, commonly known as fernleaf biscuitroot or chocolate tips, is a robust perennial herb native to western North America. For centuries, Indigenous tribes have revered this plant as a medicinal staple, particularly for fighting respiratory infections and viral illnesses. Today, modern herbalists continue this tradition, using potent root extracts to support immune health during cold and flu season.

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