1 1 If you grow berries in your garden you will definitely want to know the best way to freeze fresh berries. Fresh berries are one of the many delights of having your own garden. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are some of the most popular berries to grow. They are all perennials and require little work […]
Author: The Holistic Mama
Raspberry Leaf Tea Benefits for Women & How to Make It
1 There are many benefits of raspberry leaf tea for women. For centuries it has been recognized as a uterine tonic by indigenous people. Native Americans have used raspberry leaf teas and extracts to treat pregnancy related problems. Today many women use raspberry leaf for pregnancy support and as a general women’s health herb. Key Actions […]
Put Down the Pedialyte. Here’s 7 Healthy Electrolyte Drinks
1 1 There are many options for healthy electrolyte drinks. Pedialyte and Gatorade are two of my pet peeves. The purpose of both of these drinks is to replenish electrolytes in the body. First off, does everyone know what electrolytes are and why we need them? What are Electrolytes? The word electrolyte has become a term […]
How to Make Cranberry Tincture
12 2 How to make a cranberry tincture? It only takes two ingredients to make your own homemade cranberry tincture. If you have ever had a UTI and drank cranberry juice you have already witnessed what this berry can do for you. The best way to get all the benefits of cranberries is to consume them without […]
Hair Growth Oil You Can Make Yourself
41 11 Hair growth oil can be made at home with herbs and oils that are specifically nourishing for your hair and scalp. If you have ever made an herbal infused oil before you will understand the process quite well. Herbs for Hair Growth Rosemary Rosemary has powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Derived from the Rosemary […]
Dandelion Benefits & How to Use this Common Plant
21 Are there dandelion benefits? Don’t mow them down yet! There are many benefits of this common plant and several ways to use it. What are the Health Benefits of Dandelion? Dandelion root has long been held as a liver tonic in folk medicine. Studies suggest this is due to its ability to increase the flow […]
Simple and Healthy Snack Ideas
The Best Healthy Gluten free Lemon Blueberry Muffins
11 These gluten-free lemon blueberry muffins don’t even seem like gluten-free muffins. When I finally perfected this recipe, the kids said, “Mom, these are like real muffins.” 🙂 They know I always bake everything gluten-free. Ingredients You Need for Gluten-free Blueberry Muffins Gluten free Flour Mix I Use In this recipe I typically use the King […]
Effective All Natural Retinol Alternative for Beautiful Skin
21 2 There is a natural retinol alternative that is safe to use with great results. Most women have used products that contain retinols to achieve great looking skin because it works. But at what cost? What is Retinol? Retinol is a synthetic derivative of Vitamin A. The active agent in retinol is retinoic acid which promotes cell […]
How to Avoid Catching Your Child’s Cold
11 1 Just like every other parent, I know you want to avoid catching your child’s cold. There is nothing worse then having to take care of sick children when you feel just as bad (or worse!). There’s no way you can (or even want to) keep your distance from your sick child. Of course hand washing […]