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March 14, 2018

How To Brew Delicious Herbal Tea

It is very easy to brew delicious herbal tea from fresh and dried herbs.  First, choose your favorite herbs to keep handy.  Use fresh organically grown herbs from your own garden.  Dry them yourself, or buy quality dried herbs from herbal shops.  Store dried herbs in sealed jars to last up […]
March 20, 2018

Herbs Used to Treat Menopause Symptoms:  A Review of Favorable Human Studies.

Pictured – Menopause Symptoms By: Kathy Sadowski, Master of Science Degree in Aromatherapy, Registered Aromatherapist, LMT, RYT Menopause is a natural process all women go thru beginning at about the age of fifty.  Symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, night sweats, menstrual cycle changes, vaginal dryness and thinning, bone density […]
March 20, 2018

Easy Breezy Minty Toothpaste Recipe

It is very easy to make your own homemade minty toothpaste.  You just need three ingredients:  peppermint leaves, baking soda, and coconut oil.  Mix it up, put a small amount on your toothbrush, and your mouth will be minty fresh! Minty Toothpaste Ingredients 1 cup of coconut oil 1/2 cup […]
March 20, 2018

Rose Petal Jam Recipe

This rose petal jam recipe is divine, with roses imparting a fruity, velvety, and slightly sweet flavor.  Turn a piece of toast into a luxurious breakfast, or dress up pancakes for the holidays with this fancy spread. Rose Petal Jam Ingredients 3 cups of apple juice 1 pealed apple, sliced […]
March 21, 2018

The Health Benefits of Matcha Green Tea

I am a huge matcha green tea connoisseur, and have nearly two cups a day.  Currently, it’s a cold Spring morning, and I am sipping on a hot blend of the green powder, mixed with raw honey and coconut milk – ahhhh life is good!  But wait, it gets better […]
March 22, 2018

Essential Oil Joint Ointment Recipe

This Essential Oil Joint Ointment Recipe may be helpful for joint pain and mild strains and sprains. Joint pain can include bursitis, tendinitis, arthritis, and sprains. For inflammation from an injury, apply ice as soon as possible, and rest, compress, and elevate, and try taking turmeric or ginger root to reduce inflammation.  […]
March 22, 2018

Thyme Cough Syrup Recipe

Make some time for  this very easy thyme cough syrup recipe.  Some studies have shown thyme in combination with other herbs may help with bronchial congestion. Thyme Cough Syrup Recipe Ingredients 1 pint of water ½ cup of honey 1 ounce of fresh thyme leaves OR 1/2 ounce of dried […]
March 22, 2018

Lemon Verbena (Lippia citrodora) Research

Latin Name: Lippia citrodora Family: Apiaceae RESEARCH The listings of research below represent a compilation of scientific articles found on the species, with a very brief overview description of each article/study.  Research found is catalogued by therapeutic action.  This categorized compilation of research articles does not necessarily imply that there […]
March 22, 2018

Neroli (Citrus aurantium) Research

Latin Name: Citrus aurantium Family: Rutaceae RESEARCH The listings of research below represent a compilation of scientific articles found on the species, with a very brief overview description of each article/study.  Research found is catalogued by therapeutic action.  This categorized compilation of research articles does not necessarily imply that there […]
March 22, 2018

Niaouli (Melaleuca quinquenervia) Research

Latin Name: Melaleuca quinquenervia Family: Myrtaceae RESEARCH The listings of research below represent a compilation of scientific articles found on the species, with a very brief overview description of each article/study.  Research found is catalogued by therapeutic action.  This categorized compilation of research articles does not necessarily imply that there […]
March 22, 2018

Berry Zing Refresher Recipe

Berries with a zing of ginger; this is a great Summer drink.  Add more ice and less water to make it a slushy. Berry Zing Refresher Recipe Ingredients 1/8 cup of minced ginger 1/4 cup of honey or pure maple syrup 1/2 tsp of vanilla 3 cups of raspberries Juice […]
March 23, 2018

Salty Hair Thickener Recipe

With this Salty Hair Thickener Recipe, some sea salt in a spray bottle can help thicken the hair. Jojoba and aloe are also added to soften, and essential oils provide aromatic pleasure. Salty Hair Thickener Recipe Ingredients 1 cup of distilled water 3 Tbsp of finely ground sea salt 1 […]