10 Things You Didn’t Know About Comfrey
Many of us are not aware of the hidden wonders in our garden. There are a lot of plants that we take for granted because we didn’t know how useful…
Chamomile: The Ancient Sleep Remedy That Works Better Than Counting Sheep
Over 40 million American adults suffer from anxiety disorders, and doctors write nearly 50 million prescriptions for benzodiazepines like Xanax and Ativan every year. But here's what the pharmaceutical industry…
How To Make Medicinal Pickled Turmeric
In recent years, Ayurvedic cooking has taken the western culinary world by storm. Ancient India’s traditional diet suddenly is the center of attention. The main ingredient in this holistic culinary…
The 6 Best Bedtime Teas To Help You Sleep
Sleeping is an important aspect of every person’s life. It is how you recuperate and get your energy back after a tiring day. The best sleep means waking up in…
10 Natural Remedies You Can Only Make This Winter
Winter is a time when the Earth rests. Cold weather causes plants to go dormant and makes us want to stay inside where it is warm. While cold short days…
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an evergreen shrub that is part of the Solanaceae or nightshade family. Common names include Winter Cherry, Indian Ginseng, and Poison Gooseberry. The word “Ashwagandha” is…
What Happens If You Add Cinnamon To Your Honey Jar
You likely already know about the health benefits of honey, which are many, but did you know that you can increase its benefits? All you need to do is add…
Soak Your Troubles Away with Homemade Tub Tea
Nothing soothes the soul like a good warm bath—especially when the bath contains herbs, nourishing essential oils, and salts. But you know what’s not soothing? Cleaning the tub afterward. An…
The Complete List of Essential Oil Substitutes
Plants have been used medicinally for many thousands of years. There are many different ways to extract the beneficial properties from plants and creating an essential oil is one of…
How to Make Your Own Natural First Aid Kit
Everyone should have a first aid kit on hand for those times when someone is mildly injured. However, the regular kits are full of products that are laden with chemicals…