Andrea

Herbs for Seasonal Allergies: Make Your Own Allergy Relief Herbal Tea

For the seasonal allergy sufferer looking for relief outside of the realm of pharmaceuticals, be encouraged. There are several botanical medicines such as: nettle leaf — contains natural antihistamine. Nettles have been used traditionally in the treatment of respiratory problems and also bring relief from the symptoms of seasonal allergies. eyebright — contains tannins. Tannins possess astringent properties that aid in strengthening and stabilizing swollen, red, and congested mucus membranes …

DIY Soothing Allergy Relief Balm

by Andrea

I don’t know about your part of the country… …but here at the ranch, allergy season is in high gear! I have several friends, and a few family members, experiencing congested coughs, chronic sneezing fits, itchy eyes and throats, stuffy nasal and sinus passages, and an overproduction of mucus. Please Note :: There certainly are a plethora of pharmaceutical medications and synthetic supplements that …

High Mowing Organic Seeds Review (The Ultimate Home Gardening Starter Kit)

by Andrea

Ever since our family made the move out of the city into the country, life here at the ranch has been in constant growth and change. Chickens, dairy goats, and meat birds came quickly. But our gardening efforts were slow and challenging (as I shared with you here last summer). That was until, we planted a …

Backyard Gardening: How to Choose the Right Organic Vegetable Varieties for Your Region

by Andrea

Written & Contributed by Blog Sponsor: High Mowing Organic Seeds How do I choose the right organic vegetable plants for my region of the country? A question asked by many backyard gardeners and answered today by the organic seed experts of High Mowing Organic Seeds… There are so many different varieties out there – how do I …

GIVEAWAY! Beeyoutiful Essential Oils & Gift Card (a $212 value)

by Andrea

Remember earlier in the week when I shared with you the article, “The Essentials on Oils: How to Save Money on the Top 5 Essential Oils for Your Home” Well… …after working closely with the fine folks at Beeyoutiful, I am SUPER excited to giveaway an awesome prize package from a company who really cares about natural health and helping …

The Essentials on Oils: How to Save Money on the Top 5 Essential Oils for Your Home

by Andrea

People always ask me for advice on starting their essential oils journey. Many folks are just looking for a place to start! Because let’s be honest, with all the information and essential oil companies circling around out there…it can be scary, overwhelming, and financially paralyzing when trying to figure out where to begin. So I say, if: left with …