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These natural remedies are effective at speeding recovery from illness and injury. They are a combination of herbs, supplements and lifestyle adjustments to help your family bounce back from ill health.
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How to Make a Digestion Tincture For the Whole Family
This digestion tincture is by far the most used tincture in my home remedy cabinet. It’s simple to make, but effective against lots of digestive issues. If you’re dealing with bloating, IBS, or just need digestive support, then read on. Digestive Bitters For Gut Health In modern diets, sugar or salty tastes are often the …
How to Make an Ashwagandha Tincture (Plus Benefits!)
With all the stress of modern-day life, it can start to take a toll on our health. Adaptogens like ashwagandha help mitigate the effects and support the nervous system. Plus lots of other health benefits. Today I’m sharing the benefits of ashwagandha and how to make an ashwagandha tincture that’s worth having in your home …
Liver Cleanse: What It Is and How to (Really) Do Them
I’ve had a lot of questions over the years about how to do a liver cleanse. In today’s toxin-filled world, our liver & gallbladder can certainly take a beating. Here’s how to naturally support your liver and do a cleanse (although it’s probably not what you think!). What Is a Liver Cleanse? There are several …
Inspiring Aronia Berry Recipes
I’ve talked about aronia berry before, but it deserves another mention. These super berries are packed with health benefits and can be used in many different ways. Here are some aronia berry recipes for some inspiration! Aronia Berries To give a brief overview, aronia berries (aka black chokeberry) are native to North America. You’ll find …
Lemon Magnesium Gummies Recipe
I’ve been on a gummy kick lately as a fun and tasty way to increase our nutrient intake. While I’ve made healthy gelatin in different ways over the years, I wanted to add a new one to the mix. These magnesium gummies taste like lemon, are a hit with kids, and have all the benefits …
Sea Moss Gummies (With Apple Cinnamon)
I’ve been known to try some interesting things in the name of health. We can add eat seaweed to that list too. Sea moss has gained popularity in recent years for its health benefits. And a tasty way to get more of it is with these delicious, apple cinnamon sea moss gummies! What is Sea …
Home Remedies For Pink Eye
Eye problems are never fun, especially for kids. Pink eye is a common childhood ailment that can also spread to adults. With these home remedies for pink eye though, you’ll know what to do if you or your child have to deal with it! What is Pink Eye? Pink eye, aka conjunctivitis, is when the …
How to Make Your Own Natural Vapor Rub
Hopefully cold and flu season won’t strike your home this year. But in case it does, this natural vapor rub is a good home remedy to have around. It’s safe to use with adults and kids alike and is great for clearing up congestion! I used to keep regular Vicks Vapor Rub and the baby …
How to Make Elderberry Syrup (Potent Cold + Flu Remedy)
Elderberries are one of my most used go-to remedies for cooler months. The dried berries of the Sambucus nigra plant are naturally high in immune-boosting compounds that help with colds and flu. They can be used to make a variety of remedies, and my favorite is this simple elderberry syrup. Elderberry: A Natural Remedy for …
Home Remedies For Diarrhea Relief
There are a few reasons why someone can get diarrhea, and none of them are pleasant. And for young children and infants especially, diarrhea can be dangerous. Here’s what causes it and some home remedies to effectively treat diarrhea. What is Diarrhea? It’s healthy to have a bowel movement or two every day, but we …
Elderberry Marshmallows Recipe (Immune Boosting & Kids Love)
Elderberry syrup is a popular remedy (especially during the flu season). But there are plenty of ways to get more of this delicious, healthy berry into your life. My family loves the taste of these elderberry marshmallows, and I love that they support the immune system and don’t have processed sugar. A Better Way to …
Simple Home Remedies Every Family Should Have
I’ve written about my extensive natural “medicine cabinet” before, but I’m always asked what my favorites are. Which home remedies are worth the money with a limited budget? The good news is many of these simple remedies can be found in your kitchen cabinets! My Favorite Simple Home Remedies As the question goes… if I …
Homemade Chamomile Tincture
Chamomile is one of my favorite herbs because of its delicate scent and great taste in teas. It is my absolute favorite herb for kids and I keep a tincture of chamomile on hand for any childhood aches and ailments. Switching to a real food diet has eliminated our bouts with ear infections and stuffy …
Benefits and Uses of Lemon Balm
As a mom, I’m always looking for the safest herbs and essential oils to use for everyday ailments. Lemon balm is an amazing herb I always keep around, and it’s a staple in my natural remedy recipes. It has many benefits and uses, as you’ll find out below! What Is Lemon Balm? This lemony herb …
Natural Remedies for Bunions
Foot problems like athlete’s foot and bunions aren’t just unsightly, but they can be uncomfortable too. Surgeons perform over 1 million bunion surgeries every year in the US, and sometimes multiple times on the same person. Thankfully though, it is possible to relieve the pain and heal bunions naturally. What Are Bunions? What bunions are …
Effective Natural Remedies for Kidney Stones
Did you know that the heat of summer could increase your risk of developing kidney stones? It’s true. Experts have found that as you sweat more and become dehydrated, the minerals that usually stay dissolved may build up and lead to kidney stones. That’s particularly if you have a tendency toward getting kidney stones. If …
Wild Cherry Bark Cough Syrup
Over the years I’ve collected some tried and tested flu remedies to keep my family feeling our best. While I love my garlic, raw honey, and elderberry, it’s nice to have a few targeted remedies in the arsenal. This wild cherry bark cough syrup helps soothe persistent coughs, especially at nighttime. How to Use Wild …
5 Effective Natural Ways to Remedy Athlete’s Foot for Good
It’s no secret that we’re all about natural remedies around here. Every mom should have a few tricks up her sleeve for remedying minor ailments at home without resorting to harmful chemicals. Here are five natural remedies for a pesky problem that has ailed many of us from time to time… icky, peeling athlete’s foot! What Is Athlete’s …
Shea Butter Benefits and Uses for Skin, Hair, Baby Care & More
You all know I’m a fan of using coconut oil and olive oil on skin and hair, but another all-star natural moisturizer around the home is pure shea butter. (Something about the name just even sounds luxurious, doesn’t it?) Whether or not you have dry skin like me, you’ll love shea butter’s benefits. It can …
Mango Butter Benefits & Uses for Luxurious Skin, Hair, and More
I make a lot of my health and beauty products, so body butters like cocoa butter and shea butter are staples in my home. But there are other body butters that have their own set of benefits for hair and skin. Mango butter is my new favorite body butter to experiment with. It’s moisturizing, soothing, and …
What Causes Nosebleeds in Adults and Kids (+ Natural Remedies)
Nosebleeds (epistaxis) are a common occurrence for many adults and children because of the nose’s high density of blood vessels. Luckily, nosebleeds are usually easy to stop at home. But when you deal with frequent or chronic nosebleeds, you may be wondering if there are any natural remedies that can stop from occurring in the …
How to Use Cumin for Digestion, Immune Health, and So Much More
It’s always fascinating to me to learn about the health benefits of common kitchen spices. We use ground cumin powder when we make chili, tacos, curry, or fajitas (which is often!). In fact, cumin is the star in a whole host of Mexican, Spanish, Middle Eastern, and Indian dishes. In the US, cumin is commonly …
Health Benefits of Sumac (& Creative Ways to Use It)
Who knew that nearly half of all the plants around us are edible? For many, sumac is one of those plants. Sumac berry clusters have been used for thousands of years as both food and medicine. Here are some sumac benefits and how to use it in your own home. What Is Sumac? Isn’t sumac …
Health Benefits of Essential Oils
I’ve already posted in depth about some of the major problems with modern use of essential oils (in one of my most controversial posts to date), but essential oils do have many benefits, so I wanted to cover the positive side as well. Benefits of Essential Oils Though essential oils do have a dark side if used …