Warming spices have been used throughout history as pain relievers and even modern medicine utilizes the natural compounds found in these spices as more and more people are looking for alternative, natural treatments to manage their pain. This is especially…
Anxiety can leave us feeling exhausted and agitated. It can cause difficulties at work and other important parts of life. Furthermore, it may create unneeded tension in our relationships. Finding natural ways to recognize and reduce anxiety can improve the…
Burdock (Arctium) is a very useful herb that has helped mankind for centuries. This plant goes with other names such as bardana, great bur, lappa, and great burdocks, among others. With its amazing ability to support different body processes such…
Water remedies have been used since ancient times. They are so simple to make but the effects can be very powerful. Of course, water is essential to life so adding any of these remedies to your routine will be beneficial…
It’s widely believed that the infamous “hot toddy” came from Robert Bentley Todd (1809 - 1860). He was an Irish physician well known for prescribing a hot drink that consisted of brandy, white cinnamon (canella), sugar syrup, and water. His…
Controlling inflammation is a major component in managing some ailments and diseases. Inflammation causes both mild and severe knock-on effects ranging from an annoying discomfort to serious complications. There is an abundance of research on the causes of inflammation which…
Beetroot has many benefits known to men. The root vegetable helps in boosting our immunity with all its essential nutrients. It is rich in Vitamins C and B9. It is also a good source of iron, potassium, and fiber, among…
Adding a few drops of lavender essential oil to your favorite cream or lotion is an easy way to include some lavender into your daily routine, but making your own whipped lavender hand cream requires only a few easily sourced…
One way of fighting an infection is to raise our body’s temperature, such as during a fever. One old remedy for drawing out a cough or chest infection was to use a mustard plaster to mimic the heat of fever…
Prunella vulgaris, commonly known as heal-all or self-heal, is traditionally used all over the world by various cultures as a medicinal plant. Early Germans used it internally for throat infections, fever, and diarrhea and externally for wounds. Korean traditional medicine…