Natural Living

A home-based pharmacy isn’t complete without the inclusion of ready-to-consume herbal capsules. However, the downside to buying pre-packaged, commercially-prepared capsules is the uncertainty of their contents and freshness. Making your own allows you the freedom to control the ingredients and to know without a shadow of a doubt their potency. How to Make Herbal Capsules When I first began …

Herb infused oils may sound intimidating, however I promise…if you can boil water, you can infuse herbs in oil. Choosing the oil you will use should be based on availability, sustainability, and skin sensitivities. Herb infused oils can be made from oils such as: coconut, apricot, sweet almond, avocado, grapeseed, or sunflower. However, many crafters of herbal …

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), since ancient times, has plagued women with it’s a complicated mix of hormonal imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, and a variety of psychosocial factors. Without doubt, the occurrence rate of PMS has seen a dramatic increase. As women experience more environmental stressors — including genetically modified foods, synthetic hormones, pesticides, and plastics which are all …

The art of tea making has been prized for many thousands of years. In fact, it is one of the most common methods for the consumption of medicinal herbs. It’s a simple process that requires simple tools. So long as you have… boiling water a pot, cup, or jar herbs …you have a very safe and …

In the simplest of terms a tincture is a concentrated liquid extract made from herbs. Tincturing herbs is another safe and effective way to preserve fresh, homegrown herbs…one that our ancestors knew very well. It captures the medicinal properties of the plant material and extends their shelf life significantly. The empowerment and sense of satisfaction you …

We all know that water is foundational for our good health and survival — nothing can replace it. However, these days it seems like everywhere you look headlines like this appear… Fluoride and infants – Why parents are not being told about fluorosis Most bottled waters are glorified tap water Bottled Water is hazardous to you and our world …and …