Lovage (Levisticum officinale) is an aromatic herbaceous perennial also known as Smellage or Maggi plant. Large in size and usefulness, lovage has edible leaves, stalks, seeds, and roots. Easy to cultivate, lovage towers over the herb or vegetable garden reaching…
Medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, are some of the biggest expenses for American households. According to the online news outlet CNBC, the average person spends about $1,200 a year on these drugs. This is more than the average paid in…
Once you’ve peeled a fruit or vegetable, you likely throw the skins and peels away. What if we told you that you’re discarding something that could be used to nourish your garden, add flavor to your favorite recipes, or serve…
The bromelain in pineapple is an enzyme that has many medicinal benefits. Pineapples have been used in traditional medicine in Central and South America for centuries and possibly even longer. It is used to reduce inflammation, dress wounds, and aid…
There is always a question about sitting and health. Now, recent events have found more people sitting for work or leisure but the question still remains, is sitting dangerous to our health? Before we jump into answering this question, let’s…
Most of us drink our water cold. We run the cold faucet for a few more seconds to get it extra-chilly, grab a bottle from the fridge, or add ice cubes before sipping. When we do consume hot water, it’s…
Even though red clover has been a popular stock feed for over a century, its popularity for human consumption has recently skyrocketed due to some very interesting research in this field; primarily with respect to increasing bone mass, something which…
Devil’s claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a flowering shrub represented by its fearsome-looking hook-like fruits that resemble a claw. These claws or pods are notorious hitchhikers that can cling to clothing and animal furs and get transported elsewhere. They are invasive,…
Are you feeling anxious? If so, you're not alone by any means. Anxiety is one of the most prevalent mental health disorders in the United States, affecting 40 million adults over the age of 18. Mental illness is often misunderstood…
