In ancient Persia, everyone from poets to doctors raved about the apricot, where it was known as the ‘seed of the sun’. Today the apricot is just as revered, with its unique and fragrant taste that notable health benefits.

Whether you enjoy it with cinnamon and sugar, fresh fruit or hot cherries, rice pudding is always a great idea.

Antibiotics have been used for thousands of years, scientists have found evidence of their use in ancient Roman and African civilizations. The use of antibiotics is especially prevalent in traditional medicinal practices, such as Chinese medicine where they have uses plants and plant extracts containing antimicrobials for thousands of years.