Articles by Paul Horstermans

Articles by Paul Horstermans

Paul Horstermans is a Dutch national living in Chiang Mai, Thailand. This vibrant city is one of the worlds greatest locations for Super-fruits, Powerful Herbs and unique cuisine. Tom met Paul in the early 2000's while visiting his music pub. After they became long-distance friends. Paul developed a keen interest in natural health and has extensive knowledge on Plant Medicines and Psychology. In the Netherlands, he studied cultural anthropology for three years. He has authored a multitude of online articles featuring ancient herbs, mushrooms, fruits, and super-foods. Paul is consistently delving into new medicinal herbs and local medicines as well as conducting extensive research on their health benefits. He's a walking encyclopaedia for 60s and 70s music and enjoys to be in nature with his family.

Why Health Experts Advocate for Beta Glucan - Based on 214,000 Studies

23 January 2025
Beta Glucan
Lately, I've been seeing Beta Glucans popping up all over natural health websites. Intrigued but admittedly clueless about what they actually are, I decided to delve deeper into this mysterious compound that seems to be all the rage in the world of holistic healing. What I unearthed was nothing short of fascinating. Beta Glucans, a powerhouse of bioactive substances, are generating quite the buzz for their wide array of health-enhancing and prebiotic benefits.

Food "Rules" Parents Shouldn't Stress Over

19 January 2025
Food Rules
I vividly recall the struggles my wife and I faced when our son and daughter were just toddlers, refusing to eat any vegetables or fruits. Our daughter, in particular, had a strong aversion to anything green or healthy. It required a great deal of creativity and patience on our part to find ways to sneak in those essential nutrients. One trick that seemed to work wonders was incorporating vegetables like carrots, spring onions, and cabbage into Thai rice soup, known as Khao Tom.

Lived Time VS Clock Time

15 January 2025
Lived Time
Have you ever noticed how time seems to fly by when you're having fun, but drags on when you're bored out of your mind in an empty room with nothing but a ticking clock to keep you company? I often experience it as one hour of fun last 10 minutes while one hour of boredom lasts two hours. Does this make sense to you? This fascinating paradox of time perception has been a topic of debate for centuries, with two prominent thinkers, Henri Bergson and Albert Einstein, offering conflicting views on the nature of time and its measurement.

The Power of Probiotics

10 January 2025
The Power of Probiotics
After taking Probiotics for three weeks, I feel like a whole new person. My digestion is smoother, my energy levels are higher, and I just feel more balanced overall. I no longer have as many stomach issues or bloating, and I can tell that my gut health has significantly improved. I am so grateful for the positive impact Probiotics have had, and still have, on my well-being, and I will continue to incorporate them into my daily routine to maintain this newfound sense of vitality.

Natural Remedies for Skin Health & Wrinkles

8 January 2025
Skin Health & Wrinkles
Living in the tropical paradise of Thailand brings with it a plethora of perks, from the stunning landscapes to the feeling of liberation that comes with cruising through lush tropical scenery on my classic bike. However, one downside of this sun-drenched lifestyle is the inevitable appearance of wrinkles, particularly on my face. Let's talk about the dreaded topic of wrinkles, which are a result of damage to the skin's structures.