We’re delighted to add these two new products, expanding our essential oil catalog even further: Ho Leaf Oil and Ho Wood Oil! Both of these oils come from the tree Cinnamomum camphora linalooliferum. If that tree sounds at all familiar, it’s because it is also the source of our White Camphor Oil! While derived from…
Every third Sunday in June, many countries across the globe celebrate paternal bonds on Father’s Day! Dads and father-figures alike are acknowledged and receive special thanks, dinners, and gifts to honor them. New tools, tech items, coffees, hot sauces, and alcohol are just a few categories of gifts given on this special day. Other hot…
Aloe Vera (aloe barbadensis) is one of the oldest and most known natural folk remedies. Native to eastern and southern Africa, aloe grows wild in tropical climates and is extensively cultivated worldwide for its potential healing properties, especially treating sunburns or discomforting skin conditions. This well-known succulent plant has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries,…
Global trade has become an essential part of creating consumer goods in the 21st century. Much of the world’s global trade occurs in seaports with gigantic cargo ships that can haul up to 24,000 steal containers. Sea ports are a nexus within the supply chain system. They foster much of the interaction between production and consumption…
We’re talking about our new Cinnamon Bark Oil and the differences between the other two varieties we carry!
The pomegranate is an ancient, unique fruit. Originally from the Central and South Asian regions, this fruit has quite the history, having been cultivated for several millennia. It has cultural and religious significance in many parts of the globe. In Ancient Greek mythology, for example, it is the fruit of the dead, connected to Persephone:…
Oil is among the many essential ingredients used in cooking and baking, but did you know that people have used oils for cooking as early as 3000 B.C.E? China and Japan were among the first to produce and use soybean oil, soon many ancient empires followed in the pursuit of the Vegetable Oil. Now it…
Stress is a normal and rather healthy thing that keeps us driven, alert and responsive – it has been written into our DNA. There are times when your levels will naturally spike like the rush before a holiday, a relative falling ill, or having a rough day at work. But, how much stress is too…
Can’t have sugar? You can still enjoy your favorite chocolatey treats. One of our latest products is Organic Chocolate Chips – 70% Bittersweet – No Sugar Added. Just because there’s no conventional sugar doesn’t mean they aren’t sweetened! These chips contain 3 different types of alternative, natural sweeteners: erythritol, agave inulin, and stevia. Erythritol is…
Today is the first National Witch Hazel Day! Considering the popularity of this astringent, it’s surprising we weren’t celebrating sooner. The witch hazel plant has been used for centuries in folk medicine, but it took off in the 19th century when the plant was first steam-distilled and sold. Today, it’s used in a variety of…
Have you been waiting on us to release a new oil? Wait no longer, we’re ready to announce that our latest product line addition is Mongongo oil! Mongongo oil is cold-pressed extracted from the nut of the Schiniziophyton rautanenii tree. The Mongongo tree is also sometimes called the Manketti tree, so you may see this…
To all our current and future customers who purchase our Omega-3 EE Concentrates, these highly sought-after sources of EPA and DHA are getting a bit of a makeover, in naming convention and SKU only! Historically, these products have been labeled by the area percentage of EPA and DHA. Moving forward, their name will reflect their…
