Waking up early. It used to be something we avoided like the plague—snoozing alarms, groggy mornings, begging for “five more minutes.” But now? It’s 5 a.m., and you’re wide awake, no alarm, no distractions, just you and the quiet. What happened?

Turmeric is considered to be one of the most powerful herbs for fighting and potentially reversing disease. It is also a delicious spice to add depth of flavor and color to any meal. That is why turmeric is a staple ingredient for many Indian and Caribbean dishes and is used as a natural coloring agent for many other food products.

Are you a person who likes to relax with a refreshing and soothing cup of tea? If so, then there are many reasons to switch from your regular tea to oolong tea. As well as being a delicious drink, there are many benefits to drinking this tea.

Olive oil, especially extra virgin olive oil, is an important source of healthy fatty acids that have tremendous health benefits. Extra virgin olive oil is good for you because it is rich in monounsaturated fat called oleic acid, which helps to reduce inflammation, keep your heart healthy, lower cholesterol, and lower your risk of stroke. Consuming extra virgin olive oil as part of a healthy diet can even help you lose weight.

Plantain is a common garden herb with healing properties. Although many people refer to plantain as a weed, it’s actually an edible medicinal herb with a number of health benefits. You can use plantain leaf as a poultice for insect bites, a plantain tea to improve digestion or soothe bronchitis, or a healing plantain salve for helping wounds to heal quickly.

The carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) is a tasty root vegetable that is good for you because it contains fiber, vitamins, and other healthy plant nutrients. Eating carrots raw, blanched, or in a nutritious meal can benefit your health in general. In fact, research has shown that carrots are good for your eyesight, heart, skin, and may even help you lose weight.

I have already written about the amazing health benefits of turmeric and about the fact that turmeric may be the natural rival to dangerous depression medication. It is a true superfood that should be in any kitchen.

Watermelon is a tasty juicy summer fruit that is packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and nutrients. Consuming watermelon is a great way to lose weight because it is low in sugar, high in fiber, and is about 90% water. Watermelon chunks also have anti-inflammatory properties that help keep your heart healthy, lower blood pressure, and are good for diabetes.