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Mugwort: Species of aromatic plant. Used medicinally to treat stomach discomfort and irregular periods.

Mugwort: Species of aromatic plant. Used medicinally to treat stomach discomfort and irregular periods.

Mugwort has also been found in Brazilian folk medicine as a remedy for stomach ulcers. Researchers have found that the plant contains antioxidants which help to explain its protective effects on gastric tissues. Mugwort also known as common artemisia, felon herb, St. John’s herb, chrysanthemum weed, sailor’s tobacco, and moxa is a perennial member of…

Longtail tuna: Species of the tuna fish. Found in the Pacific off the coast of Australia, it can grow to nearly 1.5 meters in length.

Longtail tuna: Species of the tuna fish. Found in the Pacific off the coast of Australia, it can grow to nearly 1.5 meters in length.

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Argus: Pheasant species native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by plumage covered in white spots.

Argus: Pheasant species native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by plumage covered in white spots.

From studies based on DNA comparisons in addition to traditional morphological work, it appears clear that the turkeys , grouse , and pheasants and Old World partridges form an assemblage distinct from the other Galliformes. The existing DNA evidence confirms that grouse and turkeys are closely related and probably evolved alongside the other main types…

Near-threatened species: Categorization devised by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Describes an animal or plant that may soon become vulnerable to extinction.

Near-threatened species: Categorization devised by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Describes an animal or plant that may soon become vulnerable to extinction.

Only five small subpopulations of the species are known, so when few as two of the subpopulations may presently be viable. Although Jamaica has had regulatory steps to preserve native swallowtail habitat, plans for conservation of vital areas for the butterfly haven’t been implemented. Harris’ mimic swallowtail benefits from the Poço das Antas Biological Reserve,…

Wakame: A species of seaweed that is edible and used in many culinary dishes around the world.

Wakame: A species of seaweed that is edible and used in many culinary dishes around the world.

Like caviar, the tiny pearls burst in the mouth area when eaten and relieve the brininess of the ocean. While sea grapes may also be enjoyed in Sabah, Malaysia, where it’s referred to as latok, and arosep in the Philippines, it is primarily served in Japan, particularly on the island of Okinawa. Arufe S., Della…

Kojic acid: Chelation agent produced by certain species of fungi. Often used as a preservative in the food industry and in anti-aging products in the cosmetic industry.

Kojic acid: Chelation agent produced by certain species of fungi. Often used as a preservative in the food industry and in anti-aging products in the cosmetic industry.

from sagging. Rosemary may promote blood circulation, which supports cell regeneration. It has natural antiseptic properties that help against free radicals and is a superb moisturizer. Rosehip powder contains substantial levels of vitamin C, E, A, and D. Green tea and dark tea molecules were identified to inhibit virus access (Carneiro et al. 2016; Mahmood…