Green tea has many health benefits and matcha, being full leaf in powder form, it is the most potent. These are just a few of the great reasons why you should drink matcha.

In February my husband came down with a bad case of flu with a terrible cough. I found this traditional recipe online and made it, he said it was delicious and really helped him feel better.

The core of the pineapple contains bromelain which helps thin the mucus along with the cayenne pepper and the honey and ginger are soothing for sore throats.

I painted the design using water colours and pen and ink and put it all together with Photoshop.

I hope people find this recipe useful as it's the most tasty cough remedy we've ever tasted!

Olive leaf tea: Recent studies proved that the leaves of olives contain olearopein, a potent antiviral and antibacterial constituent, which improves circulation and lowers blood sugar levels. When taken daily the tea can lower high blood pressure and increases natural immunity. It is known to energize and treats chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple sclerosis, cystitis, fevers, flu, disorientation, dizziness, and depression.

Meanwhile cold tea can be used as a wash to treat cuts, rashes, itchiness and sunburn.

Source: Margaret Roberts

This is one of the Japanese home made dishes - Nikujaga!
It’s easy but tasty:) You can replace Dashi powder with the same amount of soy sauce if you don’t have it.

Fermented beetroot juice. Natural probiotic will boost your immune and digestion system and will improve the absorption of minerals.

An herbal tea recipe for boosting the immune system

This is a classic herbal remedy for colds and sore throat

I loved researching vintage seed packets from bygone days when folks used to buy them mail order. The lettering is what really draws me and gives it that Victorian feel which I hope to have captured here.

This is a piece to celebrate edible flowers. (Originally for the design challenge, but posting it anyway for the fun of it.)

Bond, laugh, and eat flowers with friends at an exotic hideaway – inspired by a real-life tiki bar located in Cleveland, Ohio.

A garden of edible flowers.

Borage is a versatile plant, with edible flowers and leaves. The beautiful color of the flowers makes them a real standout as a garnish for salads, beverages, and desserts. In addition, the plant has medicinal properties, and is also useful as a companion plant to keep pests off your vegetables. Pliny the Elder was a fan—what more do you need?

Bunga Kantan (a.k.a Torch Ginger Flower) is widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine and particularly in Malaysia, it's indispensable for certain types of dishes such as Asam Pedas, Nyonya Laksa and Nasi Kerabu. It's a famous ingredient especially in the Malay and Baba & Nyonya culture. Bunga Kantan is mainly used in stews and raw salad for its aromatic fragrance and distinctive taste.