The windows are open, your broom is in hand, and your herb-infused cleaning vinegar is at the ready! Even for those who don’t love housework, a deep clean can be a celebratory and satisfying seasonal ritual. While you refresh the house, why not put on a pot of...
If you’re trying to live a healthier lifestyle, you want to really get the chemicals out of your home cleaning products. This DIY all-purpose cleaner is one simple way to start doing that. Whatever you use to clean your countertops, floors, and other surfaces in your...
People have surrounded themselves with roses but have forgotten that their blossoms are useful for more than bouquets. There are hundreds of ways to use rose petals! Roses are a valuable food and medicine ingredient and of course have a traditional reputation of being...
Cold and flu season is here, and this is a great herbal honey to add to your food all winter. You can use the honey preventively by putting it into whatever you’re cooking — and if those pre-sickness symptoms arrive at your door, start feeding spoonfuls of it to...
We have an epidemic of digestive problems, and the top-selling drugs are for indigestion complaints. Our overuse of antibiotics since the 1940s has resulted in digestive problems that have become generational. With this in mind, don’t underestimate the value of...
You’ve heard that prevention is the best medicine. Well, it really is true. Herbs work best for you if used in a preventive manner. It’s not just a question of, “What herb is good for a cold?” or “What do I take to get rid of my cough?” Prevention is a key piece that...
Want to know the best way to increase your daily dose of herbal medicine? It’s all about infusing herbs into the kitchen staples that you use every day. You probably already use oil in your cooking, so let’s get some herbs into your oil! Infused with...
This homemade sunburn relief spray is the perfect herbal remedy for mild sunburns, itchy skin, and being overheated from your day. Rose and elderflower vinegar is a favorite combination for cooling and soothing the skin. Put it into a spray bottle and spray it on...
It’s often difficult to find herbal recipes that are supportive and enjoyable to munch on. This is especially true if you have children who need everyday nourishment and tend to avoid any type of herbal preparations you make. I find that turmeric pastilles can be a...
Let’s make ginger elixir, a cardiovascular tonic! I really love this yummy herbal drink that enhances heart health and digestion. Who Is Ginger Elixir For? Ginger elixir is a tonic that should be taken in small amounts for the right person. Ginger is good for...
