Homemade sunscreen is pretty simple to make with a few key ingredients. There are many reasons we should be concerned with commercial sunscreens due to the many harmful ingredients they contain. Some people even chose not to use sunscreen at all because of the lack of healthy options. Most people still want some protection while […]
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Homemade Herbal Bug Spray
Homemade herbal bug spray is perfect for you if you like to spend time outdoors hiking, gardening, swimming, and you don’t want to use harsh chemicals. No one enjoys the annoying buzz of a mosquito or worse, tick bites. Ticks are a big concern because of all the tick borne diseases. Ticks and mosquitos are […]
Dandelion Benefits & How to Use this Common Plant
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 […]
How to Use Stinging Nettle
Would you like to learn how to use stinging nettle to create some herbal remedies? Stinging nettle is well known for its sting, hence the name. If you ever brush up against this plant in the wild, you will know by the stinging feeling on your skin. It grows in temperate regions worldwide and is […]
Raspberry Leaf Tea Benefits for Women & How to Make It
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 […]
How to Make Chive Blossom Vinegar
Chive blossom vinegar is a simple chive recipe. It’s a simple way way to infuse your dressings and sauces with the flavor of chive blossoms. If you have chives in your garden you will start to see beautiful pink flowers open up in late April and May. You may have an abundance of them! If […]