Natural Treatment for Congestion: Pennyroyal Tea
A natural decongestant in the form of pennyroyal tea! The flavor is minty, though different than peppermint or spearmint, and hints of earthiness help mellow it out.
A natural decongestant in the form of pennyroyal tea! The flavor is minty, though different than peppermint or spearmint, and hints of earthiness help mellow it out.
Homemade Nutella? Yes! Last year for Christmas I made this dark chocolate hazelnut spread and gave it as stocking stuffers. Also learn why hazelnuts are so healthy!
Pesto sauce is one of my favorite ways to use basil. Here’s a little background on basil and a recipe that combines pasta, potatoes, green beans and pesto sauce. Enjoy!
This sumac tea or sumac lemonade is a traditional beverage in the south, used to cool the body in extreme heat. The Native Americans also used sumac for several health benefits.
Mushroom nutrition? Absolutely. Mushrooms are delicious, and can be healing both to our bodies and the soil regions where they grow. Some say mushrooms can heal the world!
Watercress (nasturtium) is a peppery leafed plant related to broccoli, and is a great source of vitamins A, B, and C, as well as iron, calcium, zinc, and iodine.
Sweet Potato. Yams. Is there a Difference? Thankfully that question is easier to answer than what you may have heard in the past! Read on to discover the simple, yet unique differences.
These plants, heart health, and a healthy circulatory system are based on supportive therapy. They support the health of the system, rather than taking direct action.
Chamomile is a powerhouse medicinal herb. We’ve written about chamomile tea, and other uses for chamomile, now we share 9 more uncommon ways to use chamomile. Enjoy!
Each herbalist school has something unique to offer, the key is finding the right fit to nurture your calling. Look until you find your best mentor then go, go, go!
Five MORE fun outdoor activities for kids so they can use all their senses to learn new information and skills rather than just killing time playing or swimming.
Five natural outdoor activities for kids so they can use all their senses to learn new information and skills rather than just killing time playing or swimming.
Gardening with perennials delivers a variety of benefits, including being cost effective. Enjoy this article on my top five reasons for gardening with perennials.
These 6 natural remedies for anxiety can calm and ease minor anxiety and are worth trying before turning to pharmaceuticals if your condition is more serious.
Purslane (portulaca oleracea), considered a weed to some, is quite edible. It’s delicious AND high in vitamins A, B, C, and surprisingly omega-3 fatty acids!
The benefits of raspberries are many. Red raspberries are delicious to eat, and their leaves are beneficial too. Enjoy this raspberry risotto recipe that uses both!
Burdock root benefits are numerous and exciting, especially since you can usually harvest it for free. Learn what it’s good for and how to go about getting some.
These plant identification tips will help improve your ability to recognize unfamiliar plants. A good guidebook is key, along with a journal, a camera, and more.