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ink-herrscher · 2 years ago

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the hues of the world bloom with you

— herrscher of sentience x fu hua

genre : fluff

warnings : none

wordcount : 1,263

summary : senti rarely wakes up first. when she does, she takes the time to marvel at hua's sleeping face.

the morning light unravels like a distant memory as it washes over the curtains and spills across senti's skin. spun like a fine thread, it traces the patterns of the water and darts across the sea. hypnotizing; a school of fish flits by and shines a dazzling rainbow of color before it vanishes in the dark.

it's calm. warm. a faint scent of lemongrass and spring lingers in the air, soft and comforting like an embrace. it tugs on her eyelids and calls her back to sleep, even though she just woke up.

ah, but. there are heavy arms wrapped tightly across her shoulders, pulling her into a hug that she can't escape from, even if she wanted to. their legs are entangled so that she can't even squirm without waking the girl beside her up. the blanket has long been thrown away, somewhere, maybe, but really, even if it was cold, she is warm enough in hua's embrace, anyway.

senti rarely wakes up first.

hua is always up before the dawn. old habits die hard; she is always training in the gym or meditating somewhere quiet. ever so meticulous, ever so reliable, always the class monitor of st. freya — senti would call her diligent, but she is already too bitter at being left alone to wake in a cold room and an even colder bed to say anything nice about her.

but, she's awake now.

she tilts her head up.

dark lashes flutter against pale cheekbones, stark against the pale sunlight. she looks so gentle while asleep, so free from worries, almost angelic. it's so much better than the stern expression she wears during the day, she thinks, lightly tracing hua's cheek with a fingertip. so much better.

just looking at her, fast asleep like this, makes senti feel calmer.

she lifts her hand, combing hua's bangs from her forehead. she breathes out a laugh. old timer couldn't even be bothered to comb her hair before falling asleep. seriously. what a bum. this is what nuwa and fuxi were afraid of happening.

her thumb brushes against her temple, down her cheek and to her lips. this close, senti can see the faint dark circles lining her eyes, the dryness of her skin. her lips have dark bite marks where she's chewed on them for the past few days already.

huh. senti frowns. hua looks so tired. have they been overworking her again? no wonder she's still asleep.

dammit. she's still keeping secrets from her.

she sighs. "stupid, stupid old timer."

hua groans. senti freezes, but hua only snuggles against her chest, hiding from the patches of light flitting around their sheets. senti watches, amused, as the old timer rubs her cheek against her breast, before humming in content. her heart skips a beat. a garden of butterflies flourish in her stomach.

dammit. seriously, damn it. her skin raises in goosebumps where hua's breaths tickle her.

she buries her head in hua's hair. the smell of spring washes over her like a wave, intoxicating yet sweet and light. it's so unfair. hua should be the weak one in this relationship, but senti is always the one who bends to her every touch and move.

and yet, somehow, it doesn't feel too bad. she's the only one the old timer shows this side of hers to, after all.

the only one . . .

idly, she combs the ends of hua's hair. she's going to have a hard time fixing her hair later, she muses, sighing at the knotted strands around her fingers. she thinks she should be annoyed. it's so hard to untangle her hair and she probably won't even get a thank you for all her hard effort!

but, it's a bit nice to be the only one who sees her like this. to everyone else, she's their reliable fu hua, everyone's friend and helping hand, strong and composed, but with senti, she is unravelled until all that's left is soft smiles and sleepy touches and tangled hair.

ah, but her hair is kind of really annoying right now.

hua stirs. senti pauses again, but she is too late. light blue eyes flutter open, hazy from sleep, but just as beautiful as a clear summer sky. she looks up and immediately snuggles back into senti's chest, flinching from the light as she lets out a yawn.

senti closes her eyes and takes a deep breath.

right. right. just breathe. nothing special, that wasn't cute at all. right.

"you're awake early," the old timer mumbles. her voice is heavy from sleep.

"well, good morning to you, too." sarcasm drips down her words, but hua only chuckles it off.

"good morning."

the moment is gone. with hua's wakefulness came senti's hyper-awareness of her position cuddling against hua. the arm slung across her waist, the soft thighs trapping her legs in between. her borrowed night shirt is unbuttoned at the top, and hua's breaths against her skin somehow feel even more intimate than before.

dammit. dammit. dammit.

she hides her face with her arm as best as she can to hide her flush. she's the herscherr of sentience, dammit, she wouldn't be embarrassed by a mere sleeping position like this!

dammit.

hua shifts a bit, resting her chin against senti's side as she peers at the clock. it should be around seven in the morning by now. a burst of sadism: she peeks out, expecting an alarmed expression on her old timer's face at finding out she slept away her precious training time.

but the horrified expression never comes, and neither does the freak out session senti expected to watch. instead, hua slumps back against her and sighs in contentment.

"oi, old timer," she says. "you slept in."

"i noticed." speaking makes her lips brush against senti's collar like a ghost of a kiss. she shivers.

"aren't you gonna go out now?"

"hm." the smell of spring and the calmness of warmth. senti watches a lone fish swim past the window and join with another one by the corals. "maybe later. i still have the whole day ahead."

huh. maybe she's rubbing off the old timer a bit, after all. ha, good on her.

"besides." hua's voice takes on a bashful tone, and senti rushes to build her defenses before hua overwhelms her with emotions again. "it's been a while since we last spent some time alone with each other."

too late. her toes curl, and she tries desperately to calm her racing heart.

dammit. she's the herscherr of sentience. dammit.

"well!" she blurts out. too loud. maybe. she can't hear anything over the beating of her heart. "that's your fault for being so busy."

hua hums. the vibration travels through her body to the tips of her feet. "sorry. i'll make sure to finish all my work earlier next time."

that . . . is not the point. the point is that she should ask theresa or einstein to lessen her workload, not rush it! how stupid can this old timer be —?

hua pushes her shoulder towards the bed and leans over her. trapped between the sheets and her other half, senti has no choice but to look back into her eyes. gentle and calm like a still lake, trapped within the shores of an uncharted sea; her eyes are so blue, here in this aquarium, in this room, this close that she can see the indigo flecks within the depths of her irises. she holds her breath, unsure, but loses it anyway when hua murmurs against her lips.

"but for now, why don't i make it up to you?"

#fu hua #herrscher of sentience #sentihua

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newwitchiness · 5 years ago

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A List of Herbs and Spices

Acerola

African Bird Pepper

Agar Agar

Agrimony

Alfalfa

Alkanet

Alliums

Allspice

Aloe Vera

Angelica

Anise

Annatto

Arrowroot

Asafoetida

Ashwagandha

Arnica

Astragalus

Balm Of Gilead

Barberry

Barley

Basil

Bayberry

Bearberry

Bee Balm

Bee Pollen

Beet Root

Beth Root

Benzoin

Bilberry

Birthwort

Blackberry

Black Cohosh

Black Haw

Bladderwrack

Blessed Thistle

Blue Cohosh

Blue Flag

Blue Vervain

Blue Violet

Boldo

Boneset

Borage

Boswellia Serrata

Buchu

Buckthorn

Buckwheat

Bupleurum

Burdock

Burnett

Butcher’s Broom

Butternut

Cabbage

Calamus

California Poppy

Calendula

Canadian Snakeroot

Camphor

Caraway

Carob

Cascara Sagrada

Caster Oil

Catmint/Catnip

Cat’s Claw

Cayenne Pepper

Celandine

Celery

Centaury

Chamomile,German

Chamomile, Roman

Chaparral

Chaste Berry

Chervil

Chia

Chickweed

Chicory

Chipotle

Chives

Chrysanthemum

Cilantro

Cinnamon

Cinquefoil

Citric Acid

Clary

Clay

Cleavers

Clove

Club Moss

Codonopsis

Colicroot

Coltsfoot

Comfrey

Coneflower

Copal Oro

Coptis

Coriander

Cornflower

Corn Silk

Couch Grass

Cowslip

Cramp Bark

Cranesbill

Cubeb

Cumin

Curly Dock

Damiana

Damson

Dandelion

Devils Claw

Devils Club

Dill

Dong Quai

Dragons Blood

Dock

Dulse

Echinacea

Elder

Elecampane

Eleuthero

Epazote

Eucalyptus

Eyebright

False Unicorn Root

Fennel

Fenugreek

Feverfew

Feverwort

Figwort

Flax, Flaxseed

Frankincense

Fuller’s Earth

Galangal

Garlic

Gentian

Ginger

Ginkgo

Ginseng

Goat’s Rue

Goldenrod

Goldenseal

Gotu Kola

Grapeseed

Gravel Root

Greater Burnet

Great Mullein

Green Tea

Grindelia

Ground Ivy

Guarana

Gymnema

Hawthorn

Heartsease

Henbane

Henna

Hibiscus

Honeysuckle

Hops

Horehound, Black

Horehound, White

Horse Chestnut

Horseradish

Horsetail

Hydrangea

Hyssop

Irish Moss

Jasmine

Jewelweed

Jimsonweed

Juniper

Kava Kava Root

Kelp

Kudzu

Lady’s-mantle

Lady’s Slipper

Lavender

Lemon Balm

Lemon Verbena

Lemongrass

Licorice

Liferoot

Line

Linden

Linseed

Lobelia

Lomatium

Lovage

Lungwort

Lychii Berry

Mace

Madder

Mandrake

Maidenhair Fern

Maidenhair Tree

Mallow

Marigold

Marjoram

Marshmallow

Meadowsweet

Milk Thistle

Mistletoe

Motherwort

Mugwort

Muira Pauma

Mulberry

Mullein

Mustard

Myrrh

Neem

Nettle

Nutmeg

Oats

Olive Leaf

Onion

Oregano

Oregon Grape Root

Orris Root

Osha

Papaya Leaf

Paprika

Parsley

Passion Flower

Patchouli

Pau D’arco

Peppermint

Pennyroyal

Peony

Periwinkle

Peruvian Bark

Pipsissewa

Plantain

Pleurisy Root

Poke Root

Poplar

Prickly Ash

Primrose

Psyllium

Pukeweed

Purple Coneflower

Purslane

Quassia

Queen Of The Meadow

Radish Seed

Raspberry

Red Clover

Rehmannia

Reishi Mushroom

Rheumatism Root

Rhubarb

Rose/Rose Hips

Rosemary

Rue

Safflower

Saffron

Sage

Salt (Sea)

Saint John's Wort

Sarsaparilla

Sassafras

Savory

Saw Palmetto

Schizandra

Self-heal

Senna

Sesame

Shavegrass

Sheep’s Sorrel

Shepards Purse

Skullcap

Skunk Cabbage

Slippery Elm

Soapbark

Soapwort

Southern Wood

Spikenard

Spirulina

Squaw Vine

Squawroot

Stevia

Stickwort

Stillingia

Stone Root

Strawberry Leaf

Suma

Sweet Cicely

Sweet Sumac

Sweet Violet

Sweetgrass

Szechuan

Tansy

Tarragon

Thuja

Tea

Tea Tree Oil

Thyme

Tonka Bean

Tribulus Terrestris

Turkey Rhubarb

Turmeric

Unicorn Root, False

Usnea

Uva Ursi

Valerian

Vanilla

Vervain

Vitex/Chaste Tree

Violet

White Willow

Wild Yam

Willow

Wintergreen

Witch Hazel

Wood Betony

Wormwood

Xanthan Gum

Yam

Yarrow

Yellow Doc

Yerba Mate

Yerba Santa

Yohimbe Bark

Yucca

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distinctlyteaincposts · 2 years ago

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#chai #Lapacho #wintertea

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pureleaficedteas · 4 years ago

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Drinking Tea - The Health Benefits

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tipsycad147 · 5 years ago

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Herbal-Remedy-Teas

Crone Root Tea

For menopause and beginning a new cycle of life.

2 tablespoons wild yam 2 tablespoons liquorice 3 tablespoons sarsaparilla 1 tablespoon chaste berry 1 tablespoon ginger 1 tablespoon false unicorn root 2 tablespoons sage 1 tablespoon cinnamon ½ tablespoon black cohash

Detoxification Tea

1 tsp Green Tea leaves

Simmer 1 cup water & pour over leaves. Cover & let stand 4 minutes.

Dream Tea

2 parts Rose 1 part Mugwort 1 part Peppermint 1 part Jasmine 1/2 part Cinnamon

Drink to cause dreams. Combine all ingredients thoroughly, fill tea diffuser @ 1 tsp. per cup of boiling water and as it steeps say; Restful sleep come to me, Relax my body and let my Mind be free.

Dual Purpose Tea

Do not drink more than 2 cups a day.

2 teaspoons dried German Chamomile flowers 1 cup boiling water

Steep the flowers in the boiling water, covered, for 15 minutes. Strain, then slowly sip the infusion to relieve nausea, stomach upset, and lessen menstrual cramps.

Echinacea & Roots Tea

A tasty way to help strengthen and support your natural resistance. A very popular tea.

1 partechinacea purpurea root 1 part pau d’arco 1 part dandelion root (raw and roasted) 1 part sarsaparilla bark 1 part cinnamon barks 1 part ginger root 1 part burdock roots 1 part sassafras bark a pinch of stevia

Place all herbs in a tea ball or bag, put in your nicest or most favorite cup or mug, and cover with boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes. Remove tea ball or bag, and add sugar, honey, sweetener, milk, cream or whatever, to taste.

Evening Repose Tea

When the sun sets over the hill and the new moon dips her silver softness, savour the tranquility in our evening repose blend. It’s a perfect toast to the rising moon. A robust flavour of flowers and mint.

1 part roses 1 part lavender flowers 1 part lemon verbena leaves 1 part chamomile flowers 1 part each peppermint & spearmint leaves 1 part blue malva flowers pinch of stevia

Place all herbs in a tea ball or bag, put in your nicest or most favourite cup or mug, and cover with boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes. Remove tea ball or bag, and add sugar, honey, sweetener, milk, cream or whatever, to taste.

Fever Reducer Tea

2 tsp dried Catnip 1 tsp dry Vervain

Pour 2 cups boiling water over herbs. Steep 10 minutes & strain.

Flashes Blend Tea

Brew up a pot and sip when needed.

1 part sage 1 part motherwort 1 part dandelion 1 part chickweed & violet leaves 1 part each elder flowers & oatstraw

Flu-away

2 medium cloves of freshly crushed garlic 1 cup of very warm water 1 teaspoon of honey 1 teaspoon of lemon juice

Stir and drink.

Fluid Retention Tea

1 oz Dandelion root 1 oz Dandelion leaves 2/3 oz Nettle leaves 2/3 oz Spearmint leaves Steep mixture in 1 cup of water for 10 minutes

Tea for menstrual problems, fertility and childbirth.

3 tablespoons sassafras bark 2 tablespoons dandelion root 1 tablespoon ginger root ½ tablespoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon liquorice root ½ tablespoon orange peel 1 tablespoon pau d’arco ¼ tablespoon dong quai root 1 tablespoon chaste berry 1 tablespoon wild yam

Forests Tea (formerly Lung Blend)

1 part echinacea purpurea 1 part elecampane 1 part ginger 1 part each pleurisy & liquorice roots 1 part white oak bark 1 part cinnamon bark 1 part each orange peel and fennel seeds

Happy Man Tea Blend

1 part Siberian ginseng 1 part dandelion root 1 part nettle 1 part each marshmallow & burdock roots 1 part each hawthorn & saw palmetto berries 1 part fennel seeds 1 part wildoats a pinch of stevia

Climb into bed and enjoy!

Happy Tummy Tea

Put a smile on your face with this soothing and yummy tea.

1 part catnip 1 part spearmint & lemongrass leaves 1 part calendula flowers 1 part skullcap 1 part rosemary & sage leaves 1 part fennel seeds

Headache Tea

Lavender Chamomile Rosemary Mint

Put a pinch of each herb in a coffee filter and place in your coffee maker. Wait a half hour before drinking this mix, this should make you tired so you can sleep your headache away.

Healing Ginger tea

2 cups of water 4 tablespoons freshly grated ginger root

Place in pan with a lid on, bring to a boil, turn off the heat and let sit for two hours. Re-heat the tea, strain the herb from the tea and drink.

Insomnia Tea

1 ½ oz dried Vervain leaves 1 oz Chamomile ½ oz Spearmint

Mix all and add to 1 cup boiling water. Steep 8 minutes; strain.

Less Stress Tea

Relieves stress, relaxes low back and neck areas.

1 part chamomile 1 part mint 1 part calendula flowers

Mellow Mood Tea

This tea is made with the most palatable of the calming herbs. Blended together, they’ll defuse stress and anxiety and promote sound sleep.

WHAT YOU NEED 1 teaspoon chamomile flowers 1 teaspoon lavender spikes 1 teaspoon kava leaves 1 teaspoon lemon balm leaves 1 teaspoon marjoram 1 spray valerian flowers 1 quart water WHAT TO DO

In a large saucepan, steep the chamomile, lavender, kava, lemon balm, marjoram, and valerian to taste in the freshly boiled water. Strain out the plant material. Drink the tea hot or cool as often as needed, refrigerating any left over for later use.

CAUTION: Chamomile is in the rag weed family, and many are allergic to herbs.

http://kitchenwiccan.com/whats-brewing/herbal-remedy-teas/

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Singapore celebrates Mother’s Day on the second Sunday on May 10 2020. In the year 2020, we had to stay home due to COVID-19 Circuit Breaker measures. Unlike the past years where we celebrated Mother’s day at restaurants. Well, that doesn’t stop us from gifting our Mother on Mother’s Day. Spoil your mum a Mother’s Day special food delivery to show that you remember her on this special occasion. As well as to give her an off day from the cooking and washing of dishes!

15 Stamford by Alvin Leung

The sharing menu consists of Fish Maw Soup, Braised Pork Belly ‘Kong Bak Pau’, Steamed Barramundi with Spicy Nyonya Sauce, Wok-fried Broccoli with Garlic Oil, Steamed Jasmine Rice, and to end of the hearty meal with a slice of Lychee Rose Raspberry Cake. Whole Lychee Rose Raspberry Cake is also available with an option for customisable wordings.

15 Stamford by Alvin Leung’s specially curated menu for two.

Where to order? 15 Stamford by Alvin Leung

Blue Jasmine

Blue Jasmine brings a spread of delectable Thai dishes such as Basil Chicken Kaprao, Spicy Lemongrass Fish Fillet, Tom Yum Mushroom Soup and Thai Deep-Fried Banana to your dining table. A sweet little treat to all beautiful mothers, Blue Jasmine gifts their signature Mango Sticky Rice complimentary with every set meal ordered. Shower mum with additional food and love with Blue Jasmine’s Signatures such as Deep-fried Prawns with Yellow Curry and Signature Crab Cake that are available at exclusive pricing.

A comforting Mother’s day set meal (good for 4 persons) from Blue Jasmine at S$50 nett. Available over Mother’s Day weekend from 9 to 10 May 2020.

Promotion Free delivery for locations within 2km of Park Hotel Farrer Park. Islandwide delivery is also available at a S$12 to S$18nett delivery fee.

Where to order? Blue Jasmine Online https://ift.tt/2xZKnDX Email [email protected] Call 6824 8851

Buona Terra

Special Mother’s Day Menu S$98+ per pax (minimum 2 pax)

Menu: Cuttlefish Salad Char-grilled Scampi Casoncelli ‘Ravioli’ with Taleggio Cheese and Porcini Mushroom Chicken Casserole with Herbs, Capers and Potato Torta Ricotta Cheese and Pea

Mother’s day Special Mother’s Day Menu is available on 10 May 2020 12PM to 9PM.

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Chef Denis and his team will present a complimentary housemade nougat to all ladies. A sweet traditionally given in Italy by ‘mammas’ to their children during special occasions and festivals.

Where to order? Buona Terra Takeaway available (drive-through) / Delivery services are available for orders above $100+

Culina at COMO Dempsey

Show your appreciation to mum with Culina Market’s exclusive Mother’s Day cake- a generous layer of luscious strawberry rhubarb cream is sandwiched between two vanilla sponges soaked in housemade strawberry syrup, and topped with vanilla white chocolate whipped ganache, strawberry crémeux, and strawberry and rhubarb cream. This cake serves 6 persons and is priced at S$45 nett.

Mother’s Day cake is available from 3 to 10 May 2020.

Where to order? Culina at COMO Dempsey Only available for takeaway at Culina Market

Goodwood Park Hotel – Min Jiang and Min Jiang at Dempsey

Six-course Mother’s day set menus ($83.50 nett per person; minimum 2 persons) are offered by Min Jiang and Min Jiang at Dempsey via takeaway or delivery for a Mother’s Day feast in the comfort of home. Curated à la carte menus of signatures and popular favourites from these restaurants, as well as Coffee Lounge and The Deli, continue to be available for takeaway or delivery on both weekends.

Special rates for celebratory desserts will be extended to orders of Mother’s Day takeaway set menu from Min Jiang: · Mama’s Day Sweet Surprise Box at S$48 nett · D24 Mousse Cake (1kg) at S$69.70 nett · ‘Mao Shan Wang’ Mousse Cake (500g) at S$62 nett

Six-course Mother’s day set menus are available from 1 to 3 May and 9 to 10 May 2020.

Where to order? Goodwood Park Hotel – Min Jiang and Min Jiang at Dempsey Call in to order: -Min Jiang and/or The Deli at +65 6737 7411 -Min Jiang at Dempsey at +65 6774 0122 Or email: -Min Jiang [email protected] -The Deli [email protected] -Min Jiang at Dempsey at [email protected]

Jumbo Seafood

Featuring two Mother’s day sets with six delectable dishes and signature seafood dishes, the star of each set is undoubtedly the Award-Winning Chilli Crab. Those who wish for a spicier kick can opt for the Signature Black Pepper Crab, while Steamed with Egg White and Chinese Wine Crab is a delicious while healthy and light alternative. Highlights include the prized crustacean Live Australian Lobster Braised with Superior Broth. Other cooking styles include Steamed with Minced Garlic and Braised with Glass Vermicelli and ‘Sha Cha’ Sauce. To complete the feast, signature side dishes in the sets include Mocha Pork Ribs and Deshelled Prawns Fried with Cereal.

Promotion 20% off total bill for self-collection orders made via phone call, walk-in to the outlet or select “Pickup” option on the online ordering websites on www.jumbogroup.sg/delivery. Valid from now till 1 June 2020. 10% off total bill for delivery orders made via www.jumbogroup.sg/delivery. Valid from 1 – 10 May 2020.

Where to order? Jumbo Seafood Available for takeaway from their respective outlets and islandwide delivery on https://ift.tt/2Yfn17M

LUMO

Menu highlights include moreish bar snacks like Shoestring fries with mentaiko mayonnaise and bonito flakes (S$14+) and Homemade beef balls with tomato confit (S$18+). Indulge in their signature wood-fire grilled meats such as the Sakura pork chop (S$36+) and New Zealand Angus Ribeye (S$32+). Dessert with enticing choices such as the Classic Apple Pie (S$12+). Treat mother dearest to Burnt Cheese Cake, available as a slice (S$14+) or an alluring whole 1.5kg cake (S$80+) for a tribute to the occasion. Enliven the celebration with Lumo’s Breakfast-inspired cocktails (each serves 2) such as Palm Tree Tonic (S$30+) – a refreshing coconut and coffee-driven gin and tonic, and Stevie J (S$30+) – a riff on the classic Manhattan with notes of baked apple and a savoury finish.

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Exclusively from 4 to 10 May, enjoy a complimentary bottle of prosecco for every takeaway or delivery order of S$180 and above that is placed directly with Lumo. These orders are also valid for an additional 30% discount off all items.

Where to order? LUMO WhatsApp your order and address to 8921 3818 (Island-wide delivery). Also available on Grabfood and Chope.

Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh

Enjoy the savoury, pork-based, peppery soup, Superior Spare Ribs Soup (x2), alongside other key dishes such as the Fish Maw Soup, Braised Big Intestine, Signature Teochew Braised Pig’s Trotter. Blanched Lettuce in Garlic Oil, Braised Beancurd, Fried You Tiao, and Steamed Ric (x4) and Honey with Lemon (x4).

Where to order? Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh Available for takeaway from their respective outlets and islandwide delivery on https://ift.tt/2Yfn17M

Paris Baguette

Strawberry Blossom Cake – S$55.00 (Whole)

Chocolate Blossom Cake – S$55.00 (Whole)

Paris Baguette Sweet Blossom Gift Box – S$58.00 Surprise your mum with a gift box filled with lovely treats to make her day! Including two boxes of Teatra tea, two bottles of delicious cookies, two mini jars of sweet Mrs Bridges jams and a box of delightful macarons.

Promotion Customers will receive the following upon the purchase of any items from the Mother’s Day Cakes: * A complimentary box of Paris Baguette’s Macarons (4pcs, worth $10) for all pickup/takeaway orders from 27 Apr till 4 May

Where to order? Paris Baguette Mother’s Day cakes will only be available for island-wide delivery/takeaway from 8 May onwards Online https://ift.tt/35kMmPs

Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore

Mother’s Day Premium Feast is available until 9 May 2020 (1 day in advance).

The Premium Feast is available with the following items: DIY Popiah Set, Chicken Ngoh Hiang, Deep-fried Bakwan Kepiting (pork, crab & bamboo shoot balls), Cereal Prawns, Nyonya Chap Chye, Roasted Duck, Chilli Crab with deep-fried Mantou, Fried Rice with Prawns, Char siew, Vegetables. For desserts, enjoy Pulut Hitam and a Mother’s Day cake made of Lime Sponge, Peach Compote, and Sakura and Mascarpone Mousse.

Price: S$118nett (3 – 4 pax), S$198nett (6 – 8 pax) Early Bird: Order before 3 May 2020 to enjoy 10% savings Availability: 7 – 10 May 2020

Promotion  Early Bird Offer: Order before 3 May to enjoy 10% savings (self pick-up only).

Where to order? Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore Pick-up: Order via bit.ly/shangrilatakeaway for self pick-up. Delivery: Order via Grabfood, Foodpanda, or Deliveroo from 7 May 2020. Orders must be placed at least 1 hour in advance. Call 6213 4398 or email [email protected] for enquiries.

SPRMRKT

Mother’s Day DIY Meal Kits

Treat mum to a hearty Do-It-Yourself meal that even she would be proud of. Good for 2-3 adults and 2 kids, choose from three DIY Meal Kits (from S$165+ with cookware & S$98+ without) – all that is needed is to combine the provided ingredients in the enamel cookware that comes along with and pop it onto the stove or in the oven. To complete the meal, the kit includes a Kimchi Dip with Housemade Flaxseed Crackers, bread rolls, and for the kids, Housemade Chicken Fingers and Spaghetti Pomodoro:- Seafood Fest with Reiss Aromapot (Seafood bouillabaisse with baby potatoes)- Baked Seabream with Falcon Bake Tray (Salt baked whole seabream with crabmeat stuffing & lemon beurre blanc)- Baked Truffle Chicken with Falcon Bake Tray (Whole boneless chicken with butternut, sliced truffles & porcini sauce) Simply follow the instructions card on how to prepare these dishes.

Cupcake Bouquet

Present a floral bouquet of the edible kind to sweeten Mum’s day. An arrangement of beautiful blooms in pretty pastel hues, the cupcake bouquet features house-baked cupcakes ($35+ for 6 pieces and $18+ for 3 pieces) in flavours of lemon and rose, each delicately hand-piped with buttercream ‘petals’.

Mother’s Day DIY Meal Kits and Cupcake Bouquet is available from 29 April to 10 May 2020.

Where to order? SPRMRKT Available for Takeaway/ Available for Island-wide Direct Delivery with a $10 Delivery Fee. WhatsApp, call or email the respective SPRMRKT outlets to place an order at least one day in advance.

Tablescape

The star of the set, the Caramelized Apple Shell Tart with Rosemary Meringue, is redolent with the scent and flavours of apple and rosemary. The array of sweet treats and finger sandwiches exclusive to the tea menu also includes, but isn’t limited, to a savoury choux bun bursting with creamy chicken salad brightened with celery and lemon; luxuriously buttery sable Breton paired with foie gras, smoked duck and apple; and freshly baked sesame brioche and scones, with a trio of house-churned butter, housemade jam and clotted cream. With your choice of coffee or tea, the Set is good for two.

Mother’s day takeaway special at S$58 nett. Free delivery for 2 sets and above. Available 8-10 May 2020 (2.30PM to 5PM).

Where to order? Tablescape Online https://ift.tt/3d0dEx3 Call 63363456 Email [email protected]

York Hotel Singapore

‘Thank You, Mum’ Set Menu 1. Roasted Whole Spring Chicken 2. Golden Salted Egg Prawn 3. Braised Seasonal Vegetable 4. Fragrant Fried Rice with Preserved Meat Wrapped in Lotus Leaf.

Promotion DBS/POSB and UOB credit and debit cardmembers receive a complimentary Yam Pudding with Coconut Cream for orders and payment made by 30 April 2020.

Mother’s Day takeaway menu is available from May 2 to May 10, 2020. The set menu is priced at S$98 net per set and serves up to 4 diners.

Where to order? York Hotel Singapore Available for takeaway Call 6737 0511 Email [email protected]

Zui Yu Xuan Teochew

Mother’s Day Set Menu Specials is available from 1 May till 10 May 2020. Offering two delectable Teochew-style set menus this Mother’s Day, highlights include Braised Duck with Beancurd; a Teochew classic of tender duck meat and silky beancurd slices in a savoury braised sauce, Live Lobster Wok Baked with Fermented Bean and Garlic Teochew Style; luscious whole lobster coated in butter, fermented bean and garlic before being wok baked, Sliced 3-Head Abalone Braised with Sea Cucumber and Broccoli; a medley of luxurious seafood braised in an umami-rich sauce, Teochew Superior Shark’s Fin Soup featuring a broth prepared over seven hours using ‘Jinhua’ Chinese ham and chicken bones, and Wok Fried ‘Mee Sua’ with Seafood; a dish that signifies prosperity and longevity, packed with flavours from the sweetness of seafood such as scallops, prawns, and squid, to the robustness of ‘wok-hei’.

Where to order? Zui Yu Xuan Teochew Available for takeaway from their respective outlets and islandwide delivery on https://ift.tt/2Yfn17M

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Drinking Tea – The Health Benefits

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Herbal teas have been used for centuries to cure minor ailments. Whether or not you believe that they do have specific medicinal benefits, one thing the teas do have is a high vitamin content. Why not substitute your coffee or diet drink for a delicious fruity tea instead. Who knows, they may have those hidden health benefits after all.

1. Anise Tea is antioxidant rich and is said to relieve stomach ache and flatulence.

2. Apple Tea is also antioxidant rich.

3. Anise Fennel & Caraway Tea is said to have many benefits. It is said to relieve stomach ache, relieve flatulence, help relieve griping pain and indigestion. It is also used to encourage milk supply when breastfeeding and as a remedy for colic and digestive disorders.

4. Aniseed, fennel & licorice tea is said to help ease the discomfort of rheumatism. It is said to aid digestion, help relieve griping pain and also indigestion. The tea is said to provide relief from stomach ulcers, improve digestion, and can help with headache reduction.

5. Apple & Cinnamon tea has a high level of antioxidants. It is often used to help with the symptoms of colds. It is also used to ease flatulence, the feeling of nausea, diarrhoea, and painful menstrual periods.

6. Apple & Ginger tea is a powerful antioxidant. It is used to treat upset stomachs, travel sickness, general low-grade fevers. It is also used as a digestive aid. It may help reduce dizziness and limit flatulence.

7. Artichoke Tea has a very high antioxidant level. The tea is also used to aid digestion. It has also been used to strengthen the liver and the gall bladder function.

8. Bai Mu Dan tea has a fuller flavour and has more potency than normal white tea.

9. Blueberry & Acai tea has numerous health benefits as a result of its high levels of antioxidants.

10. Breathe Deep tea helps clear the airways and relaxes the body.

11. Camomile tea's health benefits may include the reduction of anxiety and insomnia.

12. Camomile & Spearmint tea is said to reduce anxiety and insomnia. It is also used to ease a stomach ache and reduce nausea. It has also been used to treat heartburn and mild indigestion.

13. Caraway Tea is a great remedy for colic, it can counteract a loss of appetite and can calm digestive disorders.

14. Cat's Claw Tea is used as an anti-inflammatory and is said to provide immune support.

15. Chamomile, fennel & marshmallow tea is drank in order to relieve digestive problems. It is also said to alleviate tension, help relieve griping and indigestion pain and encourages milk supply when breastfeeding.

16. Cho-Yung Tea is drank in order to promote weight loss.

17. Chun Mee China Green tea has high levels of antioxidants. Some of its health benefits may include weight loss and improved cholesterol levels.

18. Cinnamon tea is said to give relief from colds, flatulence, nausea, diarrhoea, and painful menstrual periods.

19. Cinnamon, cardamom & ginger tea may relieve indigestion, prevent stomach pain, colds, flatulence, nausea, diarrhoea, and painful menstrual periods.

20. Classic Earl Grey is a tea that contains oil of bergamot, or the flavour of bergamot.

21. Cycleplus Tea's health benefits may include an improved circulation and it may also ease the symptoms of Pre Menstrual Tension.

22. Dandelion tea is said to relieve indigestion, heartburn, stomach aches and constipation.

23. Easy Night Tea's health benefits may include relaxation and the encouragement of a restful nights sleep.

24. Echinacea & Cranberry tea is drunk as a preventative measure against colds. It is also used to reduce cold symptoms. This is due to its high antioxidant levels.

25. Elderflower & Lemon tea is said to fight the signs of cold and flu. The tea is rich in Vitamin C and is a strong natural antioxidant. It is also said to aid digestion and can help clear skin.

26. English Breakfast tea is a black tea, which is full-bodied, robust and goes very well with milk and sugar.

27. Fennel Tea helps relieve griping and indigestion pain. It is also used to encourage milk supply when breastfeeding.

28. Figuro Tea boasts health benefits, which may include weight loss.

29. Genmaicha tea is a green tea which is combined with roasted brown rice.

30. Ginger tea is said to relieve an upset stomach, travel sickness and general low-grade fevers. It is also used as a digestive aid, to reduce dizziness and to limit flatulence.

31. Ginger & Lemongrass tea is used to help with an upset stomach, with travel sickness and general low-grade fevers. It is also used as a digestive aid. It reduces dizziness, limits flatulence, and helps with sleep disorders. The tea is said to have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties and it may relieve symptoms of nausea and menstrual cramps.

32. Ginger Hibiscus Tea is said to help reduce high blood pressure.

33. Gingko Tea helps improve memory. It is also said to improve blood circulation and oxygen to the brain.

34. Ginseng Tea is said to increase libido and improve male erectile dysfunction.

35. Green Tea has high levels of antioxidants. It is also used to aid weight loss and improve cholesterol levels.

36. Green Tea with Lemon and Myrtle has a high level of antioxidants. It is said to help with weight loss, improve cholesterol levels and provide anti-bacterial and immune boosting qualities.

37. Green Tea with Echinacea's health benefits may include cold prevention and cold symptom reduction.

38. Green Tea with Gingko is said to help improve memory, improve blood circulation and improve oxygen levels to the brain.

39. Green Tea with Ginseng's health benefits may include increased libido and treating male erectile dysfunction.

40. Green Tea with Lemon is rich in Vitamin C and is a strong natural antioxidant. It aids digestion and clear the skin.

41. Green Tea with Manuka Honey is antioxidant rich. It's health benefits may include weight loss and improved cholesterol levels. It may also have antibacterial, anti-microbial, antiseptic and anti-fungal properties.

42. Green with Aloe Vera Tea's health benefits may include an improved immune system, additional anti-bacterial properties, relief from constipation and bowel discomfort as well as being a digestive aid.

43. Hawthorne tea is said to improve cardiovascular function. It may also increase the blood supply to the heart and improve circulation.

44. Hibiscus Ginger & Goji berry is said to reduce high blood pressure and hypertension.

45. Himalayan Darjeeling is a black tea from the Darjeeling region.

46. Hojicha tea is drunk to improve the immune system, to ease cardiovascular diseases, to aid weight loss and improve relaxation.

47. Honeybush tea is antioxidant rich. Its potential health benefits may include reduction in irritability, reduction in headaches, as a relief from insomnia. It is also used to relieve hypertension, nervous tension and mild depression.

48. Horsetail tea is also an antioxidant rich tea. It has a mild diuretic effect and it increases the activity of the kidneys and bladder. it is also said to promote weight loss.

49. Huang Cha China Yellow tea is a delicate tea. When brewed it is a pale yellow liquid.

50. IMUPLUS Tea's health benefits may include a strengthened immune system.

51. Jasmine Green Tea is rich in antioxidants. it is used to aid weight loss, to promote cholesterol reduction and to aid relaxation.

52. Kukicha Tea is a Japanese blend of tea made of stems, stalks, and twigs.

53. Lapsang Souchong is a tea, which aids digestion, helps the immune system and helps lower your cholesterol. The tea is also said to aid relaxation and help with weight loss.

54. Lax Plus tea health benefits may include a natural relief from the effects of constipation.

55. Lemon tea is rich in Vitamin C and is a strong natural antioxidant. It is said to aid digestion and clear the skin.

56. Licorice tea is said to help stomach ulcers, combat diarrhoea, ease sore throats, and relieve viral liver inflammations.

57. Licorice & Cinnamon tea is used to combat stomach ulcers, diarrhoea, sore throats, colds, flatulence, nausea, diarrhoea, and painful menstrual periods.

58. Licorice Fennel & Orange is antioxidant rich. Health benefits may include the treatment of stomach ulcers, relief from diarrhoea, sore throats, viral liver inflammations. It is also used to help relieve griping and indigestion and also to encourage milk supply when breastfeeding.

59. Lime & Mint Tea is vitamin c rich. It is said to rejuvenate the skin, relieve constipation, reduce ulcers, gout, piles and gum problems.

60. Liquorice & Oriental Spice tea is said to reduce stomach ulcers, combat diarrhoea, sore throats and viral liver inflammations.

61. Lotus Tea's health benefits may include the treatment of diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. It may also be helpful when trying to treat gastric ulcers and haemorrhoids.

62. Mint & Chilli tea is said to help with irritable bowel syndrome, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and headaches.

63. Mocha Spice tea is a rich tea with the added sweetness of carob.

64. Moroccan Mint Green tea is said to treat irritable bowel syndrome, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and headaches.

65. Natural Strawberry tea is used as a diuretic, to help relieve diarrhoea and sore throats.

66. Nettle & Peppermint tea is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, nausea and vomiting. it is also used to treat diarrhoea, headaches, bad breath, arthritic or rheumatic conditions. It is also used as an adjuvant in treating allergies, anaemia and kidney diseases.

67. Oolong Tea is a traditional Chinese tea, which is withered in the sun and maintains a high antioxidant level.

68. Orange & Coconut Tea is said to increase metabolism, help with weight loss and is also vitamin c rich.

69. Pau d'arco tea has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties.

70. Peppermint tea is said to relieve irritable bowel syndrome, nausea and vomiting, diarrhoea, headaches and bad breath.

71. Pomegranate tea has high levels of antioxidants. It is also used in order to reduce bad cholesterol and lower blood pressure.

72. Pu'er Tea health benefits may inhibit the synthesis of cholesterol and also weight loss.

73. Quebra Pedra tea may dissolves kidney and gall stones. It is also anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory.

74. Raspberry Leaf tea is antioxidant rich.

75. Rooibos tea health benefits may include the relief from nervous tension, allergies and digestive problems.

76. Rose, chamomile & lavender tea has high levels of vitamin C. It is used for colds, flu, anxiety and insomnia. It is also used to treat stress and headaches.

77. Rose, vanilla & shatavari tea has high levels of vitamin C and it is used for colds and flu. It is used to improve digestion, immune system, memory loss, depression, anxiety and stress reduction.

78. Rosehips & Hibiscus tea has a high vitamin c content and a high antioxidant level. It improves digestion and the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

79. Sage Tea health benefits include the treatment of throat infections, dental abscesses, infected gums and mouth ulcers.

80. Sencha Japanese green tea has high levels of antioxidants. It is used for weight loss and to improve cholesterol levels.

81. Sencha Green Tea is a Japanese green tea. It is used as an antioxidant. It is used for weight loss and to improve cholesterol levels.

82. St John's Wort Tea is used to treat depression or mild depression.

83. Thyme Herbal Tea is used as a treatment for colds and flu.

84. Tulsi tea is an immune system boosting tea. It is said to reduce stress and improve mental clarity.

85. Valerian tea is said to relax the central nervous system and smooth muscle groups.

86. Vervain tea is used to relieve tension and stress. It is also used to treat depression.

87. Wild Berry Tea is antioxidant rich and therefore is used to improve the immune system.

88. Wild Blackcurrant tea is antioxidant rich immune system booster.

89. Yarrow Tea is said to speed recovery from severe bruising.

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How to Kill Fungal Infections and Keep Them Away

Do you suffer from chronic sinus infections? Respiratory infections? Gum disease? Ear infections? Digestive problems? Chances are you are suffering from an overgrowth of Candida, the most prevalent fungal infection.

There are four types of infections we suffer from: bacterial, viral, parasitic, and fungal (though an argument could be made that fungal infections are parasitic). Too often we assume that our bronchial infection is bacterial. We take ineffective antibiotics that kill off more of the beneficial bacteria in our gut and allow Candida to thrive.

We feed yeast with an unhealthy diet filled with sugar and simple carbohydrates. When we start to clean up our diet, we starve Candida which releases toxins into our system. These toxins make us feel terrible. We eat sugar or high carb foods and we feel better because we have fed the Candida. Candida multiplies and we crave more sugar. And thus the cycle begins.

It’s easy to know you have a yeast problem when you have vaginal yeast infections, athlete’s foot, fingernail or toenail infections, or patches of yeast on the skin. If you suffer from these infections, it is highly likely that you have a systemic problem with yeast as well.

How to Kill Candida and Other Fungal Infections

First and foremost, the very best supplement I know of to kill any fungal infection is Formula SF722 by Thorne. It really is an amazing yeast killer. Below we have a list of supplement recommendations, but if you can only afford one, trust me, get the SF722. In fact, if you can only afford two, and you are unwilling or able to keep your diet right, get two bottles of SF722.You can also take a lot of them at once if need be. For particularly bad infections of a fungal infection, try taking up to 30 a day for a few days, and them reducing to a maintenance dose. You can also use topically. It hurts (only when there is an infection to kill), but it doesn’t damage the skin. They are the best for Candida or any other fungal infections, and Green Lifestyle Market accepts full refunds, no questions asked if you try and you don’t feel it’s working for you. If you want to get a better understanding of the gut and how fungal infections work, check out Candida, Gut Flora, Allergies, and Disease.

The first step in eliminating an overgrowth of any fungus is to stop feeding it. Sugar is your worst enemy. This means eliminating all forms of sugar including simple carbohydrates (and alcohol) that the body turns into sugar.

Yeast in foods may also feed a fungal infection. When you are battling an overgrowth of systemic yeast or fighting a localized infection, avoid any foods with yeast–this means leavened breads.

Stop eating any trigger foods that you suspect may be a source of an allergic response. You are going to war. Candida and other fungi are the enemy. If your immune system if engaged in battling other issues, it won’t be 100% available to fight the fungi you are trying to eliminate. Don’t challenge it with any foods that you have ever had an allergic response to in the past. You need all of your resources at their best.

Diet

Although your diet must eliminate some of the foods that you will normally eat on a healthy diet, the basis of a healthy diet remains the same. Your diet should consist of 80% fresh, raw, organic produce, more vegetables than fruit. Choose a wide variety of nutrient dense foods. If you eat meat, make sure you choose organic meat. You do not want to eat meat from diseased animals fed hormones and antibiotics. Avoid processed foods, and do not eat any foods with artificial flavorings, colorings, preservatives, MSG, or trans fats. Avoid all GMOs. This is easy to do if all of your food choices are organic.

This is a prebiotic diet. Raw produce is high in fiber, which is essential for gut health. Fiber not only moves toxins through the bowels, it provides the perfect environment for healthy bacteria to thrive. Many conventional sites that talk about a diet for Candida warn against eating fermented foods. Fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, and keifer provide the healthy bacteria needed in the gut–the bacteria that will ultimately crowd out Candida. Foods that kill fungi include onions, leeks, green apples, ginger, pomegranates, and citrus fruits. Along with diet, there is an arsenal of natural herbs and supplements at your disposal to fight Candida and other fungi.

Herbs and Supplements to Fight Candida and other Fungi

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera lowers pH levels creating an inhospitable environment for Candida. It also helps detoxify the liver. The liver filters the byproducts of Candida and deals with toxins from the die off process as the Candida is destroyed. Aloe Vera juice can be consumed on a daily basis (no more than 1/4 a cup) or capsules can be taken.

Garlic

Raw garlic is a powerful anti-fungal that does not destroy beneficial bacteria in the gut. It does, however, kill bad bacteria while killing 24 out of 26 strains of Candida. It can also be rubbed on fungal skin infections. It can be eaten raw or taken in softgel capsules. Garlic cloves can be inserted into the vagina to treat vaginal yeast infections. (see link below).

Warning: Garlic can thin the blood. Do not use garlic if you plan to undergo surgery or if otherwise contraindicated due to another health condition or medications.

Clove Oil

Clove oil is a powerful anti-fungal that also boosts the immune system. Use 15-30 drops in water, 3 times daily.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is a strong anti-fungal with many beneficial properties. Take one tablespoon 1-2 times a day. You can eat it plain, add it to smoothies and cook with it.

Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil kills bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Some recommend using internally (take 15-30 drops in a cup of water 3 times daily) but many professionals say to only use topically. Update: Lemongrass works much better than tea tree for topical fungal treatment.

Oil of Oregano

Oil of oregano is a strong anti-fungal and antimicrobial. You can take 5 or more drops under the tongue or dilute in water 2-3 times a day. It can also be taken by capsule or oregano leaves can be steeped for a medicinal tea.

Colloidal Silver

Take 1 teaspoon up to 3 times a day, but do not take it long term. There are many claims that colloidal silver is amazing. We haven’t had any luck with it when treating topical bacteria or fungi and there is a lot of controversy about its use and effectiveness, though there are also many claims that it is very effective.

Olive Leaf

Olive leaf disrupts the reproductive cycle of fungi. It also stabilizes and lowers blood sugars to help starve Candida. It is also an amazing antioxidant that stimulates the immune system. It can be taken in capsule form, as a tonic, or as a tea. See below for teas and tonics.

Undecenoic Acid

Undecenoic acid is a very effective broad-spectrum antiviral that is taken in capsule form. This is the SF722 mentioned above. You can puncture the gelcap and squeeze out the liquid to treat skin infections and vaginal infections. Or you can use the liquid added to 98 ounces of filtered water for a douche. Be forewarned, when it comes into contact with yeast, it burns. But it works amazingly well.

Grapefruit Seed Extract

Grapefruit seed extract is effective against 100 strains of fungi as well as bacteria, viruses, and parasites. It works well with undecenoic acid and does not harm beneficial bacteria. Add 10 drops to water, 3 times a day.

Diatomaceous Earth

No, we are not talking about eating dirt. Almost, but not quite. Diatomaceous earth is silica (silicon dioxide), a very hard substance from the shells of diatoms, tiny single-celled plants. This provides a needed nutrient and there are amazing claims of restored health and vitality associated with it. Take one teaspoon morning and night. It can be added to any liquid, but tends to settle. It suspends well in smoothies. Diatomaceous earth will help to quickly remove Candida from the intestinal walls and out of the body.

Probiotics

Probiotics will help you rebalance your gut with beneficial bacteria that will crowd out Candida and they will help kill Candida as well. Probiotics foods as well as supplements are recommended.

Please note the warnings for pregnant and lactating women for the following remedies

Black Walnut

Warning: Do not use if pregnant or lactating.

Black walnut has been shown to be more effective against Candida than any antiviral drug. It can be taken in capsule form or as an extract.

Pau D’Arco

Warning: Do not use if pregnant or lactating.

Pau d’arco is highly effective against Candida; it both inhibits and destroys Candida. It also stimulates the immune system as well. Use as a tea, as capsules, or as a tincture.

Barberry, Goldenseal, and Coptis Chinensis

Warning: Do not use if pregnant. And limit use to 7 days for adults–3 days for children.

Barberry, goldenseal, and coptis chinensis are all recommended for Candida. Berberine is the alkaloid each contains, which is highly effective in fighting Candida. It also boosts and stimulates the immune system.

Wormwood

Warning: Do not use if pregnant.

Wormwood is an age old remedy for parasites and an aggressive treatment for Candida. Candida is particularly difficult to treat when it takes root in the intestines. Wormwood is considered one of the best remedies when the infection has reached this stage.

Topical Applications

Any of the essential oils used to treat fungal infections can be used topically. Essential oils are very strong and generally are not used full strength. Although many oils can be used as a carrier, it makes sense to use coconut oil since it is also antifungal. Add a few drops to a tablespoon of oil and spread on the affected area (including nails and nail beds if needed).

Although you will find many sites advising the use of corn starch for athlete’s foot or other signs of fungus, DO NOT DO THIS! Corn starch will feed the fungus and make it worse.

Teas and Tinctures

The following herbs can be used as a tea–for external as well as internal use or made into tinctures. (Remember to follow the warnings for pregnant and nursing women. Of this list, only olive leaf and thyme are to be used by pregnant or nursing women. Check for other warnings listed in the text above.)

Olive leaf

Thyme

Neem leaf

Pau D’Arco

Barberry

Goldenseal

To make a tea, use 1-2 teaspoons of herb per cup of boiling water. Steep for 15 minutes. Drink 2-3 cups per day. You may also use the tea to wash affected skin, to soak hands and feet (to treat affected nails), or you can add the tea to bath water.

To make a tincture, use a glass bottle or jar. Place one cup of herb in the jar and cover with 2 cups of vodka. Place in a dark space for 3-4 weeks. Shake often. Drain and save liquid, discard leaves.

Candida Die Off or Herxheimer Reaction

When Candida or other yeast cells are killed, they give off toxins. Candida gives off 79 different toxins. These toxins can overwhelm the body, causing allergic reactions and inflammation. These toxins can actually damage the body as well.

Die off symptoms can include nausea, headache, fatigue, fever, an increase in muscle and joint pain, swollen glands, digestive disturbances, sweating, elevated heart rate, itching, hives, rashes, and skin breakouts, as well as “brain fog”. Some also experience sinus, vaginal, and prostate infections.

The first defense against an excessive toxic response is to follow your diet. The fiber included in an 80% raw diet will help quickly move the fungus out of your system. Twice daily doses of diatomaceous earth will also help remove the dying fungus from your body.

It is imperative that you drink a lot of clean water. We recommend cranberry lemonade– as much as a gallon a day, sipped throughout the day. It will give you vitamin C, support the kidneys, and help flush out toxins. (See the link below for the recipe. )

You must move your lymph. Your lymphatic system does not have a pump to help it circulate. Your movement is essential. The best way to assist your lymphatic system is bouncing. Rebounders are great. If you don’t have one, just bounce! Bounce on the balls of your feet! Hop, dance, jump rope, do jumping jacks. If this is too much for you, walk or do yoga. Just move. If you regularly exercise, keep it up. It’s a good time to sweat. It’s a good time to breathe heavily. Intense exercise is good when you are detoxifying from Candida. On the other hand, if your die off symptoms are severe, you need to listen to your body and not push yourself too hard. Use your best judgement.

This is the time to support your immune system. Molybdenum and milk thistle will help your liver expel toxins. If you are having a bad reaction, this support is essential. Candida releases a neurotoxin, acetaldehyde, during die off that is particularly destructive to the body. It attacks red blood cells and kills brain cells. Molybdenum converts acetaldehyde into acetic acid which the body can expel or turn into digestive enzymes.

Your body needs vitamin C (1000 mg 2X a day), vitamin B complex, and a good multivitamin.

Saunas, dry brushing, and hot and cold hydrotherapy will also aid you in releasing toxins.

Cat’s claw and echinacea are herbs that support the immune system. Do not use echinacea long term (no more than 3 weeks at a time with a 1 week break). Both of these herbs can be used as a tea or made into a tincture (see above), or used in capsule form.

If you follow these suggestions but are still experiencing severe symptoms of die off, cut back on your antifungal treatments–but do not stop! These symptoms are a sign that you have a significant overgrowth. Remember the cycle? Are you craving sugar? Pizza? Beer? French bread? As your symptoms abate, continue what you were doing. It was working!

When Do You Stop Taking Antifungal Treatment?

After 7 days with no symptoms of die off and no symptoms of fungal infection, begin adding more fruit to your diet. If you have no problems after another 7 days while eating fruit, you can stop taking your antifungal supplements.

Continue eating fermented foods and taking probiotics. If you wish to discontinue taking vitamin C, titrate down. Do not stop suddenly.

Many people suffering from Candida find that it takes 4-8 weeks or more to successfully eradicate it. Often, when you think it is gone, symptoms reappear. If they do, just repeat the protocol and keep adding probiotic foods to your diet. You will win, and the health benefits will be a welcome reward. If you’re dealing with Candida overgrowth, also check out Gluten, Candida, Leaky Gut Syndrome, and Autoimmune Diseases.

Recommended Supplements:

(Take these all together, except FloraMend, take that separately)

Shillington’s Intestinal Cleanse (kills parasites, heals the intestinal walls, sets up hospital home for healthy flora)

Formula SF722 (undecenoic acid, kills candida and other fungal functions, does not kill beneficial flora at same rate)

Floramend-Prime by Thorne (a strong probiotic designed to pass through the stomach acid and into the intestinal tract)

MicroDefense – Pure Encapsulations

Shillington’s Intestinal Detox (This is necessary only for those with seriously damaged intestines, anyone who has recently been vaccinated, or those looking to do a thorough detox)

Coptis Chinensis / Chinese Goldthread

Lemongrass Oil (only for topical)