Living in a house with mold isn’t only disgusting, but it is also a danger to our health. Mold poses a great risk specifically for people with asthma and allergies. It can further cause other respiratory tract problems such as…
Collagen is the most abundant protein found in our bodies. It’s in our skin, blood vessels, bones, digestive system, muscles, and tendons. There are two parts to the collagen process. This first is eating foods containing collagen so we can…
Ginkgo or Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is commonly known as the Maidenhair Tree. This large and hardy deciduous tree is referred to as a living fossil because fossilized remains have been found. Plants are either male or female. The species is…
If you snore, you’re not alone: Up to half of all American adults snore. My husband and I both snore. There are so many reasons why people snore. It can be our diets, lack of exercise, the position that we sleep…
Summer is here! We can now see numerous plants brimming with life. From flowers to weeds and everything in between, there are many things you can use for medicinal purposes. All you have to do is to know which plants…
Seasonal allergies affect millions of Americans. One of the worst culprits is ragweed. More than 23 million Americans suffer from a ragweed allergy, making it one of the most common weed allergies. These allergies can cause a runny nose, itchy…
Those beautiful yellow dots that are popping up all over the lawn and roadsides are also incredibly edible, delicious, and surprisingly, exceedingly healthful. A wonderful spring and summer task is to make Dandelion Jelly. This jelly has lovely honey-flavored floral…
Whether you are indoors or outdoors, you can never stay away from mosquitoes. While mosquitoes don’t like winter and cool weather, you can still experience them during spring, summer, and fall. Summer is usually the peak of the mosquito season.…
Nothing is quite as refreshing as a tall glass of grapefruit juice with your breakfast in the morning . . . but it may be a mistake to add it to your daily routine. This tasty citrus fruit may make…
