1 Making a non-toxic household cleaning spray is easy and you probably already have what you need to make it at home. Many of the store bought cleaners contain unhealthy ingredients (even ones that look natural) so making your own is a good alternative. Strong chemical cleaning products can cause poor air quality inside your home […]
Author: The Holistic Mama
Fermented Garlic Recipe
1 In this fermented garlic recipe, start with a clean pint jar. Fill the jar with peeled garlic cloves leaving 1 inch space to the top of the jar. In a glass measuring cup mix together the salt and culture (if using). Once everything is combined and dissolved, pour the salt brine over the garlic. Close […]
How to Make an Herbal Tincture
1 It is a very simple process to learn how to make an herbal tincture at home. A tincture is an extract of a plant material dissolved in a solvent. Tinctures are made by soaking an herb in alcohol (vodka or rum), vegetable glycerin, or vinegar. Soaking the herbs encourages the active plant constituents to dissolve, […]
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Strawberry Infused Vinegar
3 When making strawberry recipes, don’t throw out the tops! Make Strawberry infused vinegar or other creative infusions. Strawberry tops are edible, if you are making a smoothie, throw the whole thing in top and all. However, remove strawberry tops for other recipes, such as strawberry jam, to achieve the desired texture and flavor. In this […]
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How to Use Marshmallow Root
1 Marshmallow root is a perennial herb with thick white roots, heart shaped leaves and pink flowers. The roots, leaves, and flowers are all used medicinally. Because marshmallow is a demulcent herb, it is very soothing. Marshmallow root contains mucopolysaccharides which protects and soothes mucus membranes and provides natural mucilage so it is helpful for many ailments, for […]
How to Make Cashew Milk
11 Are you wondering how to make cashew milk at home? If you are trying to eliminate or reduce cow’s milk products from your diet, this is one recipe you should try. The higher fat content in cashews makes this milk a bit more creamy then almond milk and soy milk. Store bought non-dairy milks contain […]
Coconut Milk Yogurt Recipe
12 This simple coconut milk yogurt recipe will prove it’s easy to make homemade dairy-free yogurt. If you are trying to limit dairy products, or prefer not to use cow’s milk, coconut milk is a good substitute. It works well in yogurt because It has a thicker consistency and higher fat content. This makes it a […]
Are There any Natural SPF Oils?
If you are interested in natural skin care you may wonder if there are any natural SPF oils. Sunscreen safety is a big topic. A quick search and some reading on the topic will show that many sunscreen products are not healthy and might even cause more damage then you were hoping to prevent. The Environmental Working […]