Meadowsweet
Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria, previously called Spiraea ulmaria) is a perennial plant and a member of the rose family. It prefers damp environments in which to grow. While it can be easy to overlook for much of the year when it is…
What Happens If You Add Cinnamon To Your Honey Jar
You likely already know about the health benefits of honey, which are many, but did you know that you can increase its benefits? All you need to do is add some cinnamon, which is a powerful natural medicine on its…
Easy DIY Tiger Balm
Tiger balm has been around since 1870, so most people have come across it at some stage, but there are actually a few easy methods that you can use to make your own tiger balm with a few “essential” ingredients…
Evening Primrose
Common Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) is part of the Oenothera genus that contains an astonishing 145 species. It is thought that may have come from the Greek for “wine scenting” as the plant’s roots were used for this purpose. This…
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…
Natural DIY Neosporin Salve Recipe
There are several OTC antiseptic ointments to choose from at the local market, which are normally applied directly to the wound. They are meant to prevent infection from developing. While these options often work and the products have some helpful…
How to Make Black Drawing Salve for Boils, Wounds and Tick Bites
Having a cluster of deeply embedded boils, wounds, or tick bites are pretty bad. If you are new to herbal remedies and treatments, then you might not have heard about black salve. What is Black Drawing Salves? If prepared well,…
DIY Rosemary Memory Elixir
Rosemary (Salvia Rosmarinus) is part of the mint family and related to oregano, basil, and marjoram. All these herbs are familiar to most people who cook or enjoy food. However, easy-to-grow rosemary offers so much more than delicious flavor and…
How to Make a Healing Salve with Cabbage and Aloe Vera
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,…