I definitely prefer to use natural and holistic methods of healing, rather than immediately pumping drugs into my system. I swear that over-the-counter medicine actually makes me feel worse! Who else gets woozy from NyQuil? While I will still rely on western medicine when it's really needed (like when my asthma acts up and I
Botanical Name: Oenothera biennis. Other Common Names: Fever plant, great evening-primrose, kings-cure-all, night willow-herb, scabish, scurvish, tee primrose, sun drop, suncups. Habitat: Evening primrose grows in the temperate climates of North America, and other similar regions. This plant can be found growing in the dry, open soils along roadways, railways, and in open fields. This plant prefers full sun, although the flowers only bloom at night or on overcast days. This plant lasts two years and is self-sowing. Plant Description: Evening primrose is a tall (3-6 feet in height), biennial plant native to North America, with a base of leaves
Echinacea, also known as the Purple Coneflower, is a perennial flower that is known for its beauty and medicinal purposes alike. When in full bloom, Echinacea will attract both butterflies and bee…
A healing herb known for its headache relief, this guide covers the history, benefits, uses, and how to harvest feverfew.
Dandelion tincture is a natural spring tonic that's traditionally used to increase energy and cleanse the system after a long winter indoors. It's often made as a simple dandelion root tincture, but you can also
Homemade arnica salve is perfect for treating bruises, muscles aches, strains, and sprains. It's easy to make and only uses three ingredients.
Botanical Name: Dichroa febrifuga. Dichroa's species name 'febrifuga' means 'medicine used to reduce fever' and refers to the use of it to treat high fever, particularly related to malaria. The plant's applications in this regard are known from the Himalayas, Malaysia, and China. Other Common Names: Blue evergreen hydrangea, Chinese quinine, and fever-flower. In Chinese herbal medicine, it is called chang shan (root) and shu chi (leaf). Habitat: Dichroa is prevalent in China (in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Gansu, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Shaanxi, Sichuan, Taiwan, Xizang). It is also found growing wild in Bhutan, Cambodia, northern
Guide to indoor and outdoor plants that help absorb radiation (EMF) from the environment, electronic devices and computers.
Boron is an essential trace mineral that has a huge role in the parathyroid glands. Boron helps with the proper utilization of both calcium and vitamin D
It's that time of year. The little creepy crawlies come out. The kids go outside exploring and get into plants we'd rather them not touch. And the itchies come. But mama has a solution: The Ultimate Anti-Itch Cream! Learn how to make this helpful anti-itch cream for your family.
Clean foraged plants with this easy 4-step system to remove unwanted debris, insects, and more before eating or using for remedy making.
Scott’s been hard at work on our new house site with more trees coming down every weekend. Soon it’ll be time for me to start moving some of our existing perennials up there and possibl…
Did you know that adults can also suffer from abdominal migraines? Learn more about this condition and its symptoms and discover a holistic option you can use to cope.
Purslane tea is a tisane made from chopped purslane leaves and boiling water. Purslane tea contains cancer-fighting antioxidants and a variety of potent vitamins and nutrients.
Botanical Name: Scutellaria lateriflora. Other Common Names: Blue, greater, hairy, hooded, American, European western, maddog and side-flowering skullcap. It is also called scullcap, helmet flower, blue pimpernel, quaker bonnet, hooded willow flower, mad-dog weed, mad weed, hoodwort and hoodwart. Habitat: This herb is often found in partially shaded, wetland areas. It prefers light shade to full sun and wet to moist soil with plenty of organic matter. This perennial plant is native to North America. Plant Description: Skullcap grows to a height of 45 to 60 centimeters tall. It has a light green to reddish-green square stem with occasional branches.
If you’re looking for a holistic way to prevent weeds this summer, look no further. These natural alternatives to Roundup will solve all your weed problems.
As the opioid epidemic worsens, people are desperate for natural pain relief options. Wild lettuce has been used for millennia as a natural herbal pain reliever, and now survivalists are touting it as a form
If you have yarrow growing nearby, here's how to make a fresh yarrow tincture that you can have on hand for future use. Also included are 5 ways to use it!
Learn how to treat ADHD naturally without prescription medications using a holistic approach that combines nutrition, exercise and natural herbs.
There's a theory that the tastiest things need the best defenses. If you've ever stepped on or brushed by a bull thistle, you've experienced their robust defense system. What on earth are they hiding behind
As the opioid epidemic worsens, people are desperate for natural pain relief options. Wild lettuce has been used for millennia as a natural herbal pain reliever, and now survivalists are touting it as a form
I may receive a commission if you purchase something mentioned in this post. More details here. The appearance of stinging nettles in my neighborhood is exciting, because it marks the beginning of the foraging season! Last year, spring came in so late that we were desperate enough to go collect nettles that had just barely […]
Lauded designer Betsy Brown feathers her own nest on a North Carolina mountain
Are you as swamped with tomatoes right now? Even though freezing isn't perfect, it is as close to eating raw as you can get and easy.
A large, upright plant from the figwort family, mullein (Verbascum Thapsus) is a biennial, meaning it grows two years in a row. The first year, the plant produces a leafy base; the second year, a single upright stalk emerges from the center of the base and produces a thick head of soft yellow blooms.
The benefits of moringa for women include hormonal balance, reduced risk for chronic disease, and much more. Get the full scoop on moringa from a dietitian.
Why and how to add dill to your diet.
Goldenrod is helpful for making salves for sore muscles, tea for your kidneys, and may be useful for respiratory woes.
Learn how you can use mullein, especially mullein leaves, to help boost your bodies health, well being, and resiliency.
