Better Than Water
If you’re looking for the best way to stay hydrated this summer and quench your thirst, this juice will definitely help. Drinking water is obviously important but did you know you can get a considerable amount of your daily water…
Lemon Balm
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis), also known as a honey balm or bee balm is a vigorous aromatic plant from the mint family. It is important to note, actual bee balm, (Monarda spp), is a different plant. Although both are of…
DIY Bug-OFF Spray
During the summer months, pest activity is heightened due to the warmer weather. On top of that, your family is likely spending a lot more time outdoors, increasing the chances you’ll have a run-in with more bugs than usual. This…
Loose Leaf Tea or Tea Bags? Which one Is Better?
When shopping for tea, one wants to get the biggest bang for your buck but which one is better: loose leaf tea or tea bags? Let’s take a look at the difference to answer this question. Beyond the Tea Bag,…
How to Make Herbal Ice Cubes
Herbal ice cubes are great. They’re not only easy to make but they contain added nutrients that your drink otherwise would not have. They also taste great and make a refreshing way to dress up water or a drink, especially…
Lilac Flower Infused Honey
A lilac in full bloom is a breathtaking sight. They are on display over a long season, blooming massively in mid-late spring and again mid-summer through fall. These long-lived performers grace us with their gorgeous scent and abundant blooms year…
How to Use Mulberry Medicinally
Mulberry season is finally here! Mulberry is a flowering tree known for its berries, which are often used for culinary purposes. Mulberries belong to the genus Morus, and the term is used to describe many different species. The most common…
Homemade Natural Hair Dye
Up until last week, I had never dyed my hair. For me, I saw the time, energy, and money that my sister spent on her hair not only as an inconvenience but also as being unhealthy; it was dry, dull,…