Food as Medicine

Mangosteen, also known as the Queen of Fruits, is a small, tropical fruit that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for its numerous health benefits. The fruit is native to Southeast Asia and is famous for its sweet and tangy taste, as well as its remarkable antioxidant properties. I personally love it, I had no idea what it was back in 2003 when I went to Thailand and discovered these incredible fruits, for me it was Jackfruit, Mangosteen and Rambutan. They were my new Superfruits, but it's taken time to really understand these fruits and their true power.

Ah I couldn't wait to write about this and took some time out today. The Davidson Plum is a fruit native to Australia that grows in the subtropical rainforests of Queensland and New South Wales. This unique fruit is highly treasured by the indigenous people of Australia for its medicinal properties and nutrient-rich content.

Cayenne Pepper drew my attention after having read an eye-opening book my mum had given me, "Left for Dead" by Dick Quinn. I advise reading it. Also known as the Guinea spice, aleva, cow-horn pepper, and bird pepper, Cayenne Pepper is believed having originated in Cayenne, French Guiana. This brightly-red coloured potent herb has been respected for its healing qualities since ancient times. It is rightfully nicknamed the "King of Herbs" and is considered to be more potent than any other herb.