Reduce Bedwetting Naturally
Bedwetting is one of those frustrating problems that add stress to life. Most often, your kids will outgrow bedwetting eventually, but until that day herbs can help you ease the symptoms naturally. Horsetail‘s bland taste makes it a perfect addition to a bedtime tea for children. It is easy to add a bit of dried […]
All Natural Sugar Substitute for Beverages
The next time you’re looking for a healthy, all natural sugar alternative, look no further than Licorice root. As an addition to teas, Licorice can help balance your hormones and improve your digestion. The best part of Licorice root is that it tastes 50 times sweeter than sugar. That makes licorice a delicious non-sugar, non-artificial […]
Natural, Easy Colon Cleanse
The next time you’re planning a fast or colon cleanse, try adding raw or roasted Almonds to your strategy. The fiber in Almonds helps remove mucus and toxins from your intestinal tract, making your cleanse naturally more effective. For daily maintenance, a small handful of Almonds will help you keep your system clean, too. Try […]
Treat Athlete’s Foot Naturally
Those who suffer from Athlete’s foot know that burning, itching sensation can simple awful to endure. The good news is, there are a few all-natural solutions to combat athlete’s foot. A cotton swab of Myrrh tincture on the affected area is an excellent place to start. Myrrh will ease the itching and burning while it […]
Relax with this Simple Eye Pillow
Recycle a faded silk scarf by stitching it into a relaxing, microwavable flax seed eye pillow. Flax seed has long been used in eye pillows in part because of it’s soothing qualities. Add a little scoop of lavender buds and you’ll have a recycled eye pillow with a heavenly scent sure to help your tired, […]
Lower Your LDL Cholesterol Naturally
Cholesterol is the bane of our modern existence. Sure, you can go to great lengths to avoid those high cholesterol levels the doctors warn against, but most of us just don’t. The result is that by middle age, you may well be faced with a choice, continue to do as you have been or start […]
Poison Oak/Poison Ivy Rash: Contact Dermatitis
Spring is a dangerous time of the year for eager herbalists. So many plants are emerging from their winter sleep that it is tempting to step off the hiking trail to examine them more closely. That is when the guardians assigned to protecting these tender sprouts spring into action. The Toxicodendron species which includes poison oak, poison ivy and poison sumac, has an oily substance called urushiol which triggers an allergic reaction in many people.
Slug Bread and Beheaded Thistles by Ellen Sandbeck
Sue said: This short paperback is full of easy techniques that are perfect for the practical person. The author has done her homework about the hazards of pesticides, fungicides, herbicides and chemical cleansers. She knows what is at stake and this knowledge has clearly inspired her to get out the word about nontoxic options. Ellen Sandbeck has a wonderful sense of humor and a natural writing grace I found engaging enough to read through this book like a novel. I tried several of her suggestions and found they really did work. The illustration choices could double as pictures for a Trader Joe’s Flyer – very funny.
The Neighborhood Forager by Robert K. Henderson
Sue said: The Neighborhood Forager takes us on a walk along the streets of a common Pacific Northwest neighborhood. The plants are frequent visitors to my own table and medicine chest because I live in the Willamette Valley, which shares a bioregion with Seattle, Robert Henderson’s home. This book should be an inspiration to wild foragers in other regions to write similiar guides for their areas. I would relish a book that featured Paw Paw pie or Bog Craneberry tart. The recipes Henderson suggests have, so far, been tasty and clearly written. I look forward to trying more of them. His knowledge of herbal medicine is great for a beginner but uninspiring for the seasoned herbalist. Henderson gives ample cautions on proper identification of plants, and I wouldn’t feel confident trying a new plant’s edibility with just his book in hand. The Neighborhood Forager is a perfect companion text for a wild-crafter who is eager to try new uses for old friends.
Treating Mononucleosis with Herbs
I heartily recommend Astragulus root for preventing EBV infection. Astragulus is a powerful anti-viral that does particularly well up against a vast host of viruses. Astragulus tincture is the most effective form of this herb.
Sinus Infection Remedy Blend
Allergies, colds, and flus all leave their mark on our poor sinuses. Sinus congestion leads to other unpleasant problems like coughing, sneezing, congestion, clogged ears and headaches. This formula is my favorite for draining the sinuses and keeping them clear. I take 2 droppers full in water with every meal and just before bed during […]
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): Herbal First Aid
Pink Eye, also know as eye flu and conjunctivitis, is an infection of the conjunctive membrane of the eye. It is usually the cause of a virus. It’s contagious, just like any other virus, and is easily treated with herbs. Pink eye gets its name from the congested or engorged blood vessels in the eye […]