Given that we’re in the midst of cold and flu season, perhaps you’ve considered taking echinacea? As I discussed in a previous post, echinacea seems to help alleviate cold and flu symptoms and may play a part in boosting immunity,…
Is Echinacea Effective for Treating Colds and the Flu?
It seems wherever I go these days I have people coughing and sneezing all around me. The receptionist at my local doctor’s office was even sick! (Bad place to come to work sick, right?) And just this morning my local news…
DIY Detoxifying Mustard Bath: Soothe Muscles, Fight Colds & Flus, & More
Got a bad cold — or worse — the flu coming on? Perhaps you know someone who’s sick and in need of a little TLC? If so, whip up this zesty and rejuvenating mustard bath. It’s a twist on the…
12 Great Ways to Celebrate Herb Day
Today is National Herb Day, so why not celebrate?! Herbs are nature’s medicine and an important part of health and wellness, whether you use them for culinary, medicinal, or beauty reasons. They can also be used in many other creative…
10 Great Herbal Gifts
May 4th is Herb Day and Mother’s Day is right around the corner, so what better way to share the goodness of herbs with someone you care about than with an herbal gift? Check out these great ideas that got…
Warm Your Spirit and Boost Your Immunity with Ginger Tea
Ginger — A Little Rhizome with a Lot to Offer! Get out of the cold and warm up inside with a nice cup of zesty ginger tea. Ginger comes in handy this time of year because it actually boosts your immune…
10 Smashing Reasons to Give Vodka a Shot! (No Mixed Drinks Included)
What else can you do with Vodka besides make a White Russian? Lots! Vodka has many practical household and personal care uses from all-natural beauty potions to green cleaning solutions to jewelry cleaning. Check out these 10 smashing reasons to give…
Honey: A Sweet Beauty Aid
As I watched a dozen or so bees buzz around the borage flowers in my herb garden, I was reminded of how vital bees are to our environment, our health, and of course, our beauty. After all, they’re responsible for creating…
Tea for Sunburns
Tea for sunburns? Yes, tea. The next time you get a burn, raid your tea cupboard. Black tea, blackberry, and raspberry leaf tea are especially good since they have tannins in them which have anti-inflammatory effects and help heal burns, especially oozing…