Most of us have experienced a skin rash at some time. A rash could be due to exposure to a chemical substance, an insect bite, a plant such as poison ivy, a medical condition like lupus, an allergic reaction to…
Autoimmune diseases can be devastating. While some are more well known, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, there are hundreds of diseases where the body’s own immune system turns on itself. Rather than protecting the body from outside threats, the…
Quercetin is a naturally-occurring yellow pigment, and is found in a range of fruits and vegetables. It is part of the flavonoid family, pigments that are known for their health properties, particularly their role as antioxidants. What Are Antioxidants? You…
Growing your own medicinal plants to concoct homemade remedies can be very satisfying, and it’s a tradition that still exists all over the world. However, some of the most potent remedies come from unexpected sources—like 7 Backyard Poisonous Plants That…
Anxiety affects roughly 40 million adult Americans each year and the vast majority of them never receive treatment. Whatever your reasons for not wanting to take medications, you should be aware that there are medicinal herbs that can give you…
These skin-soothing cubes are perfect to stash in your freezer and pull out as needed to quickly relieve mild sunburn and other minor skin irritations such as razor burn, scrapes, and itchy insect bites. If you’re wondering how to make…
As the heavy restrictions of Covid-19 are starting to be pried back, it’s more important than ever to stay vigilant about your health and immune system. Even with regular exercise and healthy eating, sometimes we all could do with a…
There are many reasons why you should hide some plants from your neighbors. If you live in an HOA area, there are rules about which plants you can grow and which are outlawed. Additionally, in a SHTF situation, edible and…
With the arrival of summer, you have the perfect opportunity to harvest and store medicinal herbs for use throughout the rest of the year. It’s a great time to look beyond your own herb bed and see what you can…
If you or a loved one suffers from evening snores, this is the perfect remedy. With only carrots, apples, ginger, lemon, honey and chamomile this quick and easy juice before bed makes way for a better night's sleep. First and…