-
Non-Toxic Household Cleaning Spray
Category: Herbalism
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 so it’s important to choose non-toxic cleaning products. Creating a cleaning vinegar is the same process as making an herbal tincture except use vinegar instead of alcohol. First choose an herb which will be the scent of your cleaning spray. All of these herbs work well:…
-
Fermented Garlic Recipe
Category: Fermenting
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 the lid to the jar loosely to allow air to escape OR use an air-lock top. Air lock tops are very handy to have for small fermenting recipes like this one. Let the jar sit on a counter and open the jar daily to let…
-
How to Make an Herbal Tincture
Category: HerbalismIt 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, giving the tincture a strong medicinal action in comparison to an infusion or decoction. They also last longer because the solvent is shelf stable for up to two years. Standard Ratio is 1:5 (1 part herb to 5 part solvent) Standard Adult Dosage: 1 tsp 2-3…
Trending Posts on the Holistic Mama Blog
Holistic Mama Blog