Homemade Deep Sleep Salve
I detest sleepless nights - those nights when you can’t help but toss and turn on your bed because sleep just evades you. I have had my fair share of difficulty sleeping for too many reasons. Sometimes, it’s because of…
Elderberry Syrup With Echinacea and Goldenseal
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…
If You Have This Tree in Your Backyard, Don’t Cut it Down!
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 for Pets
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…
How to Make a Chaparral Salve for Wounds And Skin Infections
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…
20 Slimming Herbal Teas
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…
Rose Petal Salve Recipe
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. There are many uses and benefits that one can take from…
How to Make Medicinal Kombucha at Home
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…
How To Make An Anti Inflammatory Herbal Jar (Pickled Purslane)
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…
25 Little Known Medicinal Uses for Tree Bark
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…