anise

May 2, 2018

Anise (Pimpinella anisum) Research

Latin Name: Pimpinella anisum Family: Apiaceae Anise seeds have commonly been used as a digestive aid, to help with coughing, reduce menopausal symptoms, and to repel insects. The key anethole constituent comprises over 75% of the essential oil, with a possible estrogenic effect. RESEARCH The listings of research below represent […]

May 29, 2018

Can Essential Oils Improve Indoor Air Quality?

Many people are running indoor essential oil diffusers, claiming it cleans their home’s air. Does this really work? Can essential oils improve indoor air quality? By Kathy Sadowski, MS in Aromatherapy, Registered Aromatherapist, LMT There are many airborne contaminants floating around our indoor air that cause illness. Viruses, fungi, bacteria, […]

July 19, 2018

Fruity Herbal Tea Popsicle Recipe

Are you missing your nice cup of soothing herbal tea, but its just too hot to drink in these Summer scorching temperatures? Try making these fruity herbal tea popsicle recipes – they are so refreshing! First, brew your herbal tea as normal, then let it cool, add some sweetener, squeeze […]

July 23, 2018

Using Essential Oils to Balance the 7 Chakras

Plants vibrate waves of Mother Earth’s energy that can help to balance our 7 chakras. Just as our 7 chakras each have their own designated color and sound, so to can the aroma of a plant and its essential oil be assigned a chakra or set of chakras. Thus, the […]

July 24, 2018

August 23, 2018

Yogi Tea Recipe

This Yogi Tea Recipe will make your whole house smell great while it is brewing. Plus, it creates enough tea to enjoy a few cups a day for a week! It is a blend of spices slow cooked. Then, you can make chai by adding milk and honey for a […]

September 29, 2018

Solar Plexus Chakra Essential Oil Spray Recipe

Pictured: The Solar Plexus Chakra As the days get shorter, and the sun’s bright Summer rays lesson, this Solar Plexus Chakra Essential Oil Spray can provide a bright splash of warm aromatic pleasure to heat up a cool day. “What is the solar plexus?” you ask. First off, there are […]

October 19, 2018

What to do with this Chinese 5 Spice Recipe

This Chinese 5 Spice Recipe is great for soups, sweet potatoes, or a stir fry. I have even used it to make apple, pumpkin, or sweet potatoe pies. The recipe is listed below, plus two of my favorite vegetarian soup recipes that use this spice blend. So warm and delicious […]

November 25, 2018

Herbal Tea Can Be Easy To Make At Home! Try These Recipes.

Pictured – Herbs & Spices to Make Herbal Tea Using herbs to make tea is easy and comes with a variety of health benefits. Below is a list of 16 common herbs and spices used to make tea, their flavor profile, common ailments for which they have been used, and […]

December 5, 2018

Easy Loose Herb Tea Gift Idea

Loose Herb Tea is so much better than tea from a bag! Do you have a loved one who enjoys a good cup of tea? Here is a great gift idea that is easy to make. Create a lovely loose herb tea gift set. You just need the dried herbs, […]

December 1, 2019

Orange Spice Homemade Potpourri

This Orange Spice Homemade Potpourri makes a great holiday or home warming gift. It takes a little time to dry the oranges, but the rest of the recipe is very easy and can be customized to suit your liking. Choose citrus and spice aromas such as lemon, orange, cinnamon, clove, […]

December 1, 2019

12 Holiday Tea Recipes – Easy to Make & Great to Drink During Chilly Weather!

What is on my wish list this holiday season? Ahhh, to slowly sip a steaming mug of holiday tea while warming my toes next to the fireplace. A great book in hand, along with a spicy herbal peace soothing me from deep within. When the weather outside is frightful, I […]