Articles by Paul Horstermans

Articles by Paul Horstermans

Paul Horstermans, a Dutch national residing in the colourful city of Chiang Mai, Thailand, has made a name for himself as a passionate advocate for natural health. Nestled in a region renowned for its super-fruits, powerful herbs, and extraordinary cuisine, Chiang Mai serves as the perfect backdrop for Paul's fascination for Thai traditional medicine. Tom first crossed paths with Paul in the early 2000s at his lively music pub, after they stayed in touch. Paul enjoyed three years of academic training in cultural anthropology and sociology. An accomplished online writer, Paul has penned a wealth of online articles covering travel, ancient herbs, mushrooms, fruits, and super-foods. His insatiable thirst for knowledge drives him to explore 'new' medicinal herbs and local remedies, conducting extensive research to uncover their remarkable health benefits. When he's not investigating the wonders of nature, Paul cherishes time spent outdoors with his family, embracing the beauty of the natural world around him.

Mother & Baby - Postnatal Supplement Guide

29 January 2024
Postnatal Supplement Guide
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
Diabetes Prevention
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
Camping
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
Soursop Leaves
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!

Liposomal Glutathione For Longevity / Anti-Ageing

18 January 2024
Liposomal Glutathione
Glutathione, the unsung hero in your body's hit list, is like a superhero on a mission to save the day. It's got your back when it comes to battling oxidative stress, keeping you young and spry, and even helping your body detoxify like a pro. But hold onto, because here's the thing: Glutathione's bioavailability is often lower than the stock market on a bad day. But at Ancient Purity we have devised a plan to catapult your health game to unprecedented heights.