The Ailanthus, or Tree of Heaven, is a deciduous tree native to China. It was first imported to Europe and the United States in the late 18th century. At one point it was a popular tree to plant in cities…
Herbal remedies aren’t just for humans. If you haven’t yet tried medicinal herbs with your pets, it’s a great time to start. Animals, when in the wild, will automatically seek out herbs on their own if they’re sick. You can…
Chaparral (Larrea tridentata), also known as Greasewood or Creosote Bush, is native to desert areas of North America and Mexico. The medicinal properties of this plant have now been more widely recognized, and the dried flowers and leaves can be…
Slimming herbal teas are not only easy to add to your diet but they can also attack excess weight in a number of ways. Weight gain is often due to several reasons, not just one. The top reasons for weight…
Going all-natural is healthier and better compared to using products made from synthetic chemicals. One of the products that I love to use is a homemade rose petal salve. If you’re curious about making your own, this Rose Petal Salve…
Have you ever wondered what kombucha is and how to make it? Kombucha, which is a fermented tea, is a wonderful drink with many health benefits for your body. Making kombucha at home is very simple and safe. To make…
Our bodies need to fight off all sorts of infections throughout our lifetime. Whether we have a strong immune system or not, we can still experience infection due to the different bacteria, fungi, and viruses that we encounter. While viral…
Have you ever heard of pigweed? Pigweed, or otherwise known as Purslane and Portulaca Oleracea is a weed with red stems, luscious green leaves, and beautiful yellow flowers. Purslane is available all over the world from vineyards, fields to roadside…
Trees are everywhere, but they’re rarely considered useful apart from providing building and fire materials. Did you know that bark provided by trees can also be a survival item? Let’s take a look at some of the great uses for…
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…