Both Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) and Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum) are considered dangerous to humans, especially children. Therefore, it’s recommended to remove the poisonous pair. Of course, this is much easier said than done. So, as Sun Tzu said: “Know…
Luffa, also known as loofah, is best known as a kind of sponge. However, unlike true sponges, luffa does not come from the sea. They are a type of plant in the species Cucurbitaceae, the same family as cucumbers, squashes,…
You’ve probably heard of companion planting, but what about the opposite? Which herbs should be kept separated from each other, never to meet? You might be surprised to learn that some herbs just don’t get along at all and should…
One of the healthiest vegetables to add to your diet, cabbage is a member of the Brassica family, which also includes our friends broccoli, cauliflower, and kale. Cabbage has many superpowers. When cabbage is taken internally as a raw juice,…
There is nothing more satisfying than growing, storing, and using your own medicinal herbs. Using the tools nature gives us to protect our health and loved ones’ feels right to me. So, I enjoy the time spent learning about herbs,…
Many people ask, "What is a dandelion?" Dandelions grow in many areas around the world. The scientific name for dandelion is Taraxacum spp. Also called “Dent-de-lion” or “Lion’s tooth” these beaming little yellow spheres come alive at the start of…
Herbs have been used as medicine for thousands of years. There was a period of time where the idea of using herbal remedies became unpopular, but these medicinal plants are making a definite comeback. Herbal teas can be a great…
Arthritis afflicts many people, especially the elderly. Caused by a variety of different means, arthritis is a painful swelling of joints, which at the least makes it difficult to accomplish everyday activities and at worst can be debilitating. The normal…
Numerous studies have already been conducted regarding the medicinal properties of moringa, and it has been found to be beneficial for many conditions, ranging from skin diseases to hypertension, diabetes, kidney stones, tuberculosis, and even tumors. In Ayurvedic medicine, moringa…
Granny was a farmer. She and Papa had a small farm and grew most of their food. They purchased flour, coffee, and sugar, but most other foods came from the farm. She also had a medicinal garden and grew her…