Pumpkins go hand in hand with the fall holidays of Halloween and Thanksgiving. Besides making a delicious snack, pumpkin seeds offer a wealth of health benefits. In general, plant-based oils are becoming increasingly popular. Many provide a good source of…
Eczema flare-ups are such a pain in more ways than one. And if you are one of the 30 million Americans with eczema, you might also be spending a small fortune on expensive creams and soaps yet, still finding little…
Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a flowering tree often found lining city streets and landscaped gardens. Its name was derived from the tree’s horseshoe-shaped twigs that remain once the leaves fall off. The conkers of nuts were also used as…
Updated: 13 March 2025 Parsley is a somewhat underrated herb. Not only is it tasty, but its medicinal properties are varied. It’s easy to grow since it also self-seeds. You can harvest parsley in most climates throughout the spring and…
Few things are more difficult to cope with than dental pain. That throbbing ache that refuses to subside? The lightning-sharp pain that hits your molar even if you’re not eating or drinking? They can both make it impossible to concentrate,…
The gut always seems to be at the root of all problems, aggravating one set of symptoms before moving on to another. Likely you've heard about how important gut health is and how it connects to so many other areas…
It’s time! You’ve patiently waited, and now your favorite part of the day has arrived… snack time! You’ve brought the perfect little jewel known as the tangerine with you. Now all you have to do is peel it to get…
Sheep sorrel (Rumex acetosella) is a leafy herb that grows in creeping patches on the ground. Its leaves taste like lemon and it blends well in salads or when cooked with other vegetables. The plant may exude quite a tart…
The Amish are highly pious and private people with ages-old ties to their agrarian culture. Although they do use modern medicine, they have a strong predilection for natural remedies. Being accomplished farmers, their gardens often include herbs that have culinary…
