2 Elderberry syrup benefits are plentiful and it can help you with a wide range of illnesses. It is a a powerful herbal preparation that helps with colds and the flu.. It has been used for centuries because of the support it provides during an illness. We now know this is because of its high level […]
Herb infused oil is one of the basic recipes needed to create salves, oil serums, body butters and more. You can make a herbal infused oil by soaking dried herbs in a carrier oil. An herbal oil infusion extracts all the active fat soluble ingredients from the herb into the carrier oil so you can […]
2140 3 What exactly is garlic ear oil? This remedy was something I learned about when I was a student at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. One of our teachers at IIN was Dr. John Douillard who is an expert in Ayurveda and a Father to six children. Dr. Douillard talked a lot about things he does on a […]
1 Is it a good idea to exfoliate acne prone skin? The quick answer is, yes. Exfoliation is an important part of any healthy skin care routine. The good news is it can be done in a completely natural way without the use of any harsh chemical products. There are two ways to exfoliate – physical exfoliation and […]
Hydrating herbal teas are healthy drinks to help beat dehydration. On a hot summer day or after a workout in any season, sometimes water alone just doesn’t cut it. If you have noticed that sometimes water is not enough, you are on to something. Drinking water is incredibly important to maintain good health but sometimes […]
1 12 Do you make your own gluten-free bread flour recipe to use in baking? Gluten-free bakers understand the challenges of finding a good flour mixture for different baking purposes. This is a simple and healthy mixture for making a sandwich bread. Mix up a 3 or 4 times the recipe and store in a gallon glass […]
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 […]
21 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 […]
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, […]