This salve is very special to me because it can work wonders on the winter-fatigued soul and skin. For this salve, we will be making elderflower and rosehip-infused oil. Delving into the wonderfully Spring-like scents of rose and elderflower has…
Nasal congestion or sinus congestion is not only annoying but also one of your body’s warning systems, letting you know there is a possible infection brewing or that you need to give ourselves something to clear this mucus out. Sometimes…
Finding ways to conveniently apply the wonderful pain-relieving qualities of mint is sometimes a challenge. You may have gorgeous, fragrant peppermint plants growing in the garden, or soothing peppermint tea. Perhaps you have a small bottle of aromatic essential oils…
During the cold season or any time when air quality is poor or there are other airway irritations, having your own homemade cough drops can help soothe and relieve coughs and sore throats. If you enjoy making candy, preserves, or…
Pine resin salve is an incredible addition to your homemade pharmacy and a first-aid kit. It only makes sense that a substance produced by these long-lived, evergreen forest giants has the ability to help us heal. Pine resin or sap…
This is a go-to recipe for keeping away cold and flu. The powerful antioxidant action of elderberry (Sambucus sp.), paired with the cold-fighting attributes of echinacea, and the anti-bacterial aspects of goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis) make a potent immune-stimulating syrup. In…
As with all parts of your mind and body, the incredible immune system becomes even more important as you age. You can help your immune system out by impeding potential disease-causing pathogens by increasing your intake of immune-boosting foods such…
Matching the healthful benefits of honey with medicinal herbs by infusing various combinations of herbs in raw honey will result in useful and delicious concoctions you can use every day for what ails you. I am going to share the…
We are all looking for ways to stay healthy these days. In addition to being careful about what we put into our bodies, there are many plants we can use as medicines or use as preventative measures to help us…
Antibiotics are a life saving tool when used appropriately, but in 2018, the World Health Organisation (WHO) stated, “antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest threats to human health, food security and development today”. Because bacteria, having been on earth…