The momentum behind functional foods and wellness elixirs is at an all-time high. Expensive products are touted as having the power to do everything from restoring gut health to boosting immunity and fighting inflammation, but their health claims are often backed by little solid science. So instead of pricy supplements, we're mixing up a more affordable antidote that's both healthy and homemade. A tonic, by definition, is a combination of ingredients that have the potential to enhance or restore health. While this tonic (or any tonic) is not a cure-all remedy, consuming more anti-inflammatory foods--like the ones found in this tonic--over time may only not only ease current symptoms (such as fatigue, joint pain and chronic bloating), but it may also reduce the risk of future diseases and s
How to grow valerian in your herb garden. Valerian is an excellent herb to add to your garden. It's easy to grow, harvest and dry for medicinal uses. Add valerian to a bedtime tea to help you sleep much better.
When consumed regularly this tea may help reduce pain and inflammation.
If your struggling with IBS, ulcerative colitis or leaky gut these gut healing herbal teas can help you on your gut healing journey.
Discover the best teas for lung health and breathing support to naturally boost respiratory function and cleanse the lungs.
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Here are some of our favorite study herbs that can help you cope with stress, stay focused, and calm your mind during this hectic back to school season!
The thyme herb tea benefits have been known for ages. Drinking this magical tea may provide relief for many ailments. Make the switch from coffee!
Here are 28 common and powerful ways to treat hay fever naturally: 1. Drink green tea 2. Drink chamomile tea 3. Drink ginger tea 4. Drink herbal tea with cayenne pepper 5. Drink bentonite clay 6. Bathe in bentonite clay 7. Bathe in Epsom salts 8. Bathe in sea salts 9. Bathe with lavender 10. Drink peppermint tea 11. Do a bentonite clay mask 12. Do a clay body wrap 13. Sweat in a sauna or steam room 14. Steam your face! Boil water and pour it into a bowl. Put towel over your head and let it steam for 5-15 minutes. This can be so refreshing!!! 15. Drink lemon water. 16. Eat loads of berries!!! Strawberries, raspberries, cranberries, blackberries, blue berries, goji berries, cherries! Enjoy the entire cherry family. 17. Get a massage. 18. Get reflexology. 19. Do deep breathing. 20. Eat omega 3 fatty acids; walnuts, flaxseeds, hemp seeds, eggs, fish, wild rice, beans 21. Drink grapefruit juice! 22. Take deep breaths in nature. 23. Swim in the ocean. 24. Get sunshine. 25. Use rose extract/ essential oil and rub under nose, temples and chest. 26. Use black cumin oil - in your smoothies or on your salad. 27. Eat onions. 28. Eat garlic! This blog thanks to my sister who asked for ways to treat hay fever. Love Liana *Full Disclosure: Some of the above links are affiliate links, meaning if you make a purchase The Earth Diet gets a little commission from the sale. That being said, we only link and promote products we believe in and we feel will bring value to your life.
Did you know that next to water, tea is the world’s second most commonly consumed beverage?
See how simple it can be to grow your own herbal tea garden! Let’s look at the types of herbs ideal for tea making, and we've included some tea recipes.
Borage is a hardy annual herb, grown for it's beauty and medicinal benefits. The bright blue flowers are edible, and can be used as a striking garnish. The flowers and leaves can also be harvested for herbal tea. Learn how to make borage tea with this simple borage tea recipe.
It’s no mystery: plants have been naturally curing people for millennia. In fact, most of the world’s population still relies on herbal remedies as opposed to stethoscopes and pharmacies.
Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora), or American Skullcap, is a beloved herb amongst Western herbalists and herbal medicine enthusiasts. Herbalist 7Song calls it a “gateway herb” because of its ability to demonstrate to the general public how powerful herbs can be.1 It boasts an undeniable effectiveness in reducing stress and nourishing the nervous system. Etymology & Botany Skullcap
Dandelion, black walnut, cilantro, and milk thistle all have body cleansing applications, learn about the benefits of those herbs and others!
Parsley tea is a type of herbal tea that is comprised of parsley, a biannual plant with curly or flat leaves. The purpose for consuming parsley tea is to boost the immune system and detoxify the body.
Linden is one of my favorite summertime teas to enjoy on a relaxing afternoon in the sun. Linden blossoms have an exotic orchid-like fragrance that comes through in a mildly sweet floral tea that's perfect
Enjoy this naturally caffeine-free, warmly-spiced, aromatic chamomile tea latte recipe as a relaxing hot beverage any time of day. It's as easy to make as steeping tea!
As part of our Inside Out Beauty campaign, we've produced this awesome herbal body map that relates a whole-istic host of herbs to each of the organs that they can help with and how. Dill for your Liver, Ginger for your stomach, cardamom for your kidneys!
Learn to make your own comfrey tea fertilizer, an organic, easy, and free way to feed your plants and recycle nutrients back into the soil. Read more now.
What's more satisfying than growing your own herb garden? This enormous list of herbs will give you so many ideas of what to grow! Whether you prefer medicinal herbs, adaptogenic or just delicious edible ones, you'll find it here.
Tinctures are a convenient way to take your herbal medicines. They're ready to use, just pop a few drops into your mouth or a glass of water and you're done. The problem is...tinctures are expensive. A
Indulge in a Mediterranean-inspired Chicken and Halloumi Tray Bake, gluten-free, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for any occasion! Post Description
Experience the rich and delightful flavors of Tuscany with this Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken! This mouthwatering creamy chicken recipe brings together the perfect combination of homemade Tuscan seasoning, tender chicken, velvety heavy cream, and the wholesome goodness of kale. Incredibly easy to prepare, it's an ideal summer dinner + satisfying, easy weeknight meal that will leave your taste buds singing. Even the kids will love this creamy chicken! Dairy-free option.
The vast health benefits of lavender leaves go far beyond a relaxing bath. Here I cover all of the benefits of lavender leaves so you can add this powerful healing herb to your arsenal of
We get a lot of interest and questions about our smokable herbs. The truth is, these herbal blends are not something we came up with in our Brooklyn apothecary at random. The history of smoking dates back to as early as 5000 BC in the Americas in shamanistic rituals all around the world. The consumption, cultivation, a
A look at the 7 Best Herbs for Anti-Ageing and the properties they contain and how these will work for you to help you keep looking youthful
This Fresh Lemongrass Tea recipe is easy to make and oh-so-addictive!
