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Tis’ the season to bake, which means it’s time to stock up on essential holiday spices. When doing so this season, why not shop for bulk herbs and spices at your favorite grocery store to save money, while also helping out the environment. Save Money Buying Bulk Herbs and Spices Buying spices from the bulk…
I love my herbs as much as my heirlooms for the folklore and the history. Have you ever noticed all the pretty little Rosemary Christmas Tree Topiary’s at the market for the Holiday’s? I’ve always thought they make such splendid little trees for Christmas. There are tales told of Rosemary as far back as biblical…
Blisters can be painful and irritating. What can you do with them? How can they be treated? Have you thought of borage? What are Blisters? Intense friction against the skin can cause blisters. Sores appear on the skin from over use of the hands or feet such as working in the garden or wearing new…
Herbs are used to cook, clean, deodorize, and even heal. It is not a far stretch to believe that herbs can have some psychological benefits. Many people use herbs to help with emotional problems, psychological disorders, additions, and mood swings. Read articles on psychological issues and the odds that you will find the phrase “chemical…
The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) is always in the news when it comes to medications that people take. There is a misconception on their involvement with herbs and supplements. Are herbs regulated? A simple answer to this is no. The herbal supplements that you purchase do not go through FDA testing and are not held…
Collecting items from nature perfect for bringing indoors and hanging about during the Holiday Season has become a family tradition at our home. Especially now that my grandchildren take part in the hunt. Those prize pine cones that fit so perfectly in handmade wreaths and basket decorations are one of our favorites to find. Using…
Herbs are one of the simplest and most effective ways to promote a healthy pregnancy and prepare for labor, birth, and postpartum. Traditionally made into teas, cooked into foods, or taken in raw plant form, it’s now common that herbs be taken in capsule form as well. The use of herbs for pregnancy and birth,…
I think what fascinates me the most about many of our native herbs is how the Native American Tribes found uses for them. Many times by observing what was going on in nature itself. It is said that they first discovered Echinacea Angustifolia by observing how the Elk would seek it out to eat when…
The crowning glory in the garden is the wildlife within Wild Bergamot is one of those Native Herbs that attracts Bees, Butterflies, and Hummingbirds. It has been my goal to fill the garden with natives to create a natural habitat and add more diversity. We shouldn’t be shy about including herbs in our gardens. Many…
After birth, most women experience some degree of discomfort in the perineal area. Even if you did not tear, you may have some bruising or feel sore in general. Herbs and essential oils are an ideal way to ease discomfort and promote healing after birth because they can be used as often as needed. Popular…