Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is a nutritious plant that contains many illness-warding antioxidants and anti-inflammatory qualities. Dandelion has even been said to help reduce cholesterol, control blood sugar levels, and can promote a healthy liver. Many parts of the dandelion can…
Most of us go to bed every night without giving much thought to our sleeping position. We may have a preference for sleeping on our side or back, but don’t go so far as to consider the health effects of…
Spring has been in full swing, and with that comes a wonderful surge of new foraging ingredients for those of us who love to cook with spring edibles! While the spring season has been abundant, it is not over yet…
Borage (Borago officinalis), or starflower, is a fuzzy and herbaceous plant that belongs to the forget-me-not family. It bears beautiful star-shaped blue flowers that bloom from summer to late fall. It is called a bee bush or bee bread due…
Plant-based diets have long been recommended for weight loss and control. Unlike a lot of diets, they’re backed by science: a recent study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine found that 64 overweight women who ate a plant-based diet…
No one likes weeding. There are so many other jobs in the garden that motivate me, but when it comes to keeping on top of my weeds, I suddenly can’t find the time. So why not “value-add” to the onerous…
Blooming Teas are among the neatest new trends surrounding today’s tea scene. You can purchase them already made in assorted flavors and flower patterns, each dried ball unfolding into a stunning blossom as you place it into a cup of…
There is nothing worse than seeing your child in pain, and ear pain and infections can be rampant in children. While there's likely a root cause that needs addressing, especially with chronic infections, you can help fight infection and alleviate…
The Clitoria ternatea plant is native to Asia. It’s commonly known as Blue Pea, Butterfly Pea, and Bluebellvine, among other names. While it originated in Asia, it can now be found in the Americas, Africa, and Australia too. The flowers…
