How to Stop Sugar Cravings Naturally
I must admit that I have a sweet tooth, and I couldn’t say no to sweets and desserts. But who can blame me? Sugary foods are just too good. They satisfy my taste buds and console me whenever I need…
Multipurpose Calendula Elixir
I love a good morning routine to set myself up for a fantastic day. This Multipurpose Calendula Elixir is a new addition to my morning wake-up festivities and I can’t believe how great I feel. I’ve made this as easy…
How to Identify the Ginkgo Biloba Tree: Does It Grow on Your Street?
Ginkgo is associated with Chinese medicine but the tree can be found growing throughout the United States. This ornamental tree is often planted in parks and is easily recognizable by its distinctive leaves, which resemble the maidenhair fern. Ginkgo is…
How to Infuse Honey with Elderberry
A sweet and delicious treat, this healthful recipe is a fun use of two immune-boosting and therapeutic ingredients. Honey infusions allow room for creativity while balancing various flavors and beneficial ingredients together. Both black elderberry (Sambucus nigra) and pure raw…
16 Medicinal Herbs You Should Grow Side by Side
You’ve probably heard of companion planting before, but most people use this in terms of growing vegetables together. While it can be a very effective method of vegetable gardening, there’s actually some evidence that points to growing specific herbs together,…
Cramp Bark Tincture for Muscle Aches, Cramps and Spasms
Making your own cramp bark tincture is an excellent way to extract the medicinal compounds found in cramp bark. This tincture can make the benefits of cramp bark available for everyday use. Cramp bark can help muscle spasms and aches…
Homemade Fermented Honey Garlic
Healthy living requires us to eat the right kinds of food. Honey and garlic are two of the most recommended food additions that produce many health benefits. That is why I truly appreciate this homemade fermented honey garlic recipe! Why…
Horseradish
Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana or Cochlearia armoracia) is a perennial in the cabbage family and related to wasabi, kale, turnips, broccoli, and radish. Although the leaves can be cooked as a vegetable, it is the root that is more commonly used…