Wellness Wednesday: Coconut
Here at Rosalie Bay Resort, we believe that the best ingredients for a healthy life come from nature. Whenever possible, we source these ingredients from our organic garden and even high up in the coconut trees for one of our favorite tropical fruits, […]
5 Reasons Why Aloe is Magical for your Skin
The aloe plant has been used for centuries as an herbal medication. A precious friend to the skin, many Dominicans grow aloe in their home gardens as it also grows extremely well on the island. Aloe vera is a common […]
Wellness Wednesday: Sugarcane
Cane is one of many tropical plants grown locally on Dominica and at our nature resort. Many Dominicans enjoy drinking sugarcane juice and snacking on the raw stalk. In fact, Chef Seraphine recalls her grandparents making cane juice with their own […]
Wellness Wednesday: New Year Detox
After indulging in holiday treats and beverages, part of your New Year’s resolution may be to detoxify your body for a fresh start to 2015. If so, we’ve made it easy for you with a few detox tips* and a […]
Wellness Wednesday: Cocoa for the New Year
A Natural Body Glow for the New Year Do your resolutions for the New Year include taking better care of your skin to attain that natural, healthy glow? Indulge in cocoa and let your skin reap the rewards. Grown locally in […]
A Wellness Wednesday Christmas Tradition: Sorrel Juice
Merry Christmas Eve! Every Christmas, guests and locals of Dominica enjoy the fresh taste and health benefits of sorrel juice. Grown on the island, the red and purple flowers of the sorrel plant bloom once a year during the holiday […]
Wellness Wednesday: Shining Light on the Benefits of the Sun
Recharge your batteries with the sun At our eco-resort, we utilize the power of the sun to create energy via our solar panels, but what power does the sun have on our well-being? On Dominica, one of nature’s blessings is natural sunlight. Exposure to sunlight […]
Wellness Wednesday: Watermelon
On a warm day on Dominica, watermelon is the perfect snack to stay hydrated while enjoying the outdoor beauty of the Nature Island. Not only is the fruit refreshing, it is also considered a nutrient-dense food that provides a high amount of vitamins, minerals […]
Wellness Wednesday: Benefits of Grapefruit
Grapefruit is a tangy yet sweet fruit packed with nutritional value. Although grapefruit are often available throughout the year, they are typically in season from winter through early spring and are currently abundant on Dominica. Seasonal eating can make your food even more flavorful and nutritious, so […]
Wellness Wednesday: Soak in the Benefits
This Wellness Wednesday, like last week,we are continuing to highlight the health benefits of water. This week we are featuring the sulphur springs of the Nature Island. Thought to be magical by Dominican ancestors, sulphur spring water is rich in key minerals such […]