Drink These to Reduce Bloating
Did you know that bloating is caused by gas? Several factors lead to the formation of digestive gas in our bodies. Some of the culprits are the foods that we eat and how we take them. From chewing gum to…
The Insulin Plant – Costus Igneus
Currently, an estimated 537 million adults ages 20-79 years old suffer from diabetes according to the International Diabetes Federation. While many of these individuals seek out western medicine practices, others prefer a more holistic approach, one of which is using…
DIY Spring Fever Tincture
Spring is finally here and you may already be excited about it and feeling like you have a bit of Spring Fever. What’s Spring Fever? While not necessarily a bad thing, it generally evokes restlessness and brings about a change…
Better Than Sleeping Pills
Pills, teas, and tinctures are all great methods of utilizing plants as sleeping aids and there is even the potential to grow your own ingredients (depending on your climate of course). Choosing which method will depend on which plants you…
Foraging Calendar: What To Forage In September
September is the time before summer shifts to fall. The cool winds start blowing. Depending on your climate you might spot a few leaves beginning to change. It’s a great time for long walks and foraging. September also has some…
What Happens If You Eat Chili Peppers for Breakfast?
Before we start talking about eating chili peppers for breakfast, let’s understand why chili peppers were used in the first place. Yes, chili peppers add flavor to food but spices played a role beyond taste in the past. They actually…
Foods and Herbs For Heavy Metal Detox
Many aspects of this modern life can make us feel sluggish and fatigued and suffer from a few or many chronic conditions. Suppose you lead a relatively clean lifestyle where you eat the right foods and look after yourself holistically.…
DIY Skin Soothing Chickweed and Vinegar Bath for Rashes
Here's a simple DIY Chickweed and Apple Cider Vinegar bath recipe for soothing itching, redness, irritation, rashes, and more. Whether you suffer from chronic skin rashes or conditions such as eczema or psoriasis— or have minor burns, insect bites, or…