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.

Heartburn Prevention - What to Do & What to Avoid

30 January 2024

Heartburn, that fiery issue that brings forth the wrath of stomach acid, is a sneaky little demon that likes to vary its triggers from person to person. It's like a mischievous mastermind, playing a game of hide-and-seek with our digestive systems. While we all experience the fiery sensation in our chests, the culprits behind the scenes can be as different as night and day. According to Julia Zumpano, RD, a dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease Institute, heartburn is as unique as a fingerprint.

Mother & Baby - Postnatal Supplement Guide

29 January 2024

Vitamin D Vitamin C Calcium Choline Prenatal Vitamins Baby Health Iron Folic Acid DHA

Sure, you may be well-versed in the prenatal vitamin gospel and the extra nutrient needs during pregnancy, but hey, guess what? The story doesn't end there. Enter the unsung heroes: postnatal vitamins. They ensure that new mommas get the required dose of vitamins and minerals even after popping out those little nuggets of joy. Now, I'm not saying ditch the whole "eat healthy and balanced" mantra.

8 Nutrient-Packed Whole Grains for Type 2 Diabetes Prevention & Management

25 January 2024

Whole Grains Type 2 Diabetes Oats Buckwheat Bulgar Farro Brown Rice Barley Wheat Berries Quinoa

Switching from simple to complex carbs is like trading in a beat-up old car for a sleek, high-performance sports car. Not only does it help keep your blood sugar stable, but it also revs up your weight loss and puts the brakes on heart health issues. It's a no-brainer, really. You see, those refined, simple sugars are like little sugar bombs that explode in your bloodstream, causing energy crashes and wreaking havoc on your body.

Camping - The Health Benefits

23 January 2024

Ascension Travel & Horizons Peace & Serenity

Gather round and let's dive into the world of outdoor camping, shall we? I've just returned from an epic four-day adventure in the frigid Northern Thai Mountains and boy, do I feel revitalised! Now, listen up, because heading outdoors isn't just a barrel of laughs, it's actually good for your health. Yep, you heard me right! Science says that embarking on an outdoor escapade comes with some serious health perks.

Soursop Leaves - Unveiling the Hidden Health Benefits

22 January 2024

Graviola Soursop Guanabana Soursop Tea Soursop Leaves Anti-Inflammatory Plant Medicine

I just love my daily cup of anti-inflammatory Soursop Leaves Tea! So, that’s why today I decided talking about Soursop, which is a fruit with many faces and even more aliases. Hailing from the warm and tropical realms of the Americas, this botanical medicine goes by names like Guanabana, Paw-Paw, Sirsak and Graviola. Talk about a fruit with an identity crisis!

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Articles by Paul Horstermans