Elke Folkersma

Aromatherapy uses specific scents and aromas to stimulate both physical and mental effects, going beyond simply enjoying pleasant smells such as freshly cut grass or perfume. Aromatherapy involves using scents or aromas to induce physical or mental relaxation, traditionally using plants, which are processed into oils. These are also called essential oils or essential oils. You then use them in a blissful bath or during a healing massage session.

Before the advent of exact sciences, technology and the internet, everything in the world was pure guesswork for us humans. Falling stars, thunderstorms, bad harvests, dreams, diseases: it was all a mystery and mysticism. Often such an event was given a spiritual explanation, which with today's eyes turned out to be nonsense. Is the advent of technology the end for spirituality? Certainly not! Read here what opportunities technology and the internet offer us spiritual people.

In cases of unwanted childlessness, the woman is often automatically looked at. Yet in about half of the cases, the cause turns out to be the man. Often this has to do with sperm of reduced quality, such as low sperm count or reduced motility. Besides fertility, sperm count can also be important at other times, for instance when it comes to self-confidence and personal perception. If you notice that your sperm production is not optimal, there is good news: you can take steps yourself to improve it. Adjusting your diet can already make a difference. There are also specific supplements that can support your sperm production. In this article, we discuss what you can do to improve your sperm quality.

Ginkgo Biloba is one of the oldest tree species in the world, with a history dating back millions of years. The leaves of this tree contain bioactive compounds that have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. Today, Ginkgo Biloba is often sold as a supplement because of its purported health benefits. In this article, we discuss the history, proven effects and proper use of this special plant.

Tobacco products have gained a negative reputation in recent decades because of the proven health risks of smoking. Yet tobacco has a rich history and has been used for thousands of years, especially in spiritual and ceremonial contexts. Indigenous communities, such as Aborigines in Australia and Native Americans, often used tobacco during rituals, but not always in the way we know it today.

An energetic day starts with a good night's sleep. Unfortunately, many people have quite a few problems with their sleep quality and would like to sleep better. Some lie awake for hours at night, while others are poor sleepers or sleepers. Too often, people say they are just a bad sleeper. While the truth is that most poor sleepers sabotage their own sleep quality and therefore lie awake at night.