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Natural Remedies Articles & Tutorials

Homemade DIY natural hand sanitizer

How to Make Natural Homemade Hand Sanitizer

March 1, 2018

I am not a fan of commercial hand sanitizers. (Probably doesn’t surprise anyone!) This may sound strange but I don’t use antibacterial soap or strong cleaners at home because I actually believe having a little bacteria around is a good thing. I’m glad that I started making my own personal care products years ago, especially …

Read moreHow to Make Natural Homemade Hand Sanitizer
Natural remedies to help you recover from illness faster

Natural Remedies for Colds & Flu (To Help Recover Faster)

February 2, 2018

When the flu bites, when the cold stings … these are a few of my least favorite things! (And I bet I’m not alone!) Fortunately, it is possible to protect against some cases of illness with natural remedies that boost the body’s amazing natural immune system. Even once an illness has struck, there are things …

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How to make and use castor oil packs

How to Make & Use Castor Oil Packs

February 1, 2018

I was first introduced to castor oil as my due date approached with my first child. Like any mom, I was eager to meet my little one so I turned to the expansive wisdom that is Google to find ways to speed up my body’s natural process of going into labor. I found many folk remedies …

Read moreHow to Make & Use Castor Oil Packs
Benefits of Cannabidol or CBD oil

11 Benefits of CBD Oil (Cannabidiol) & Why It’s Not What You Think

January 29, 2018

I love remedies that have many uses (like emu oil), and cannabidiol oil (or CBD or hemp oil) is gaining popularity for this reason. This oil extracted from the hemp plant has come under a lot of legal and moral questions. Opinions may differ but what can’t be ignored is the incredible healing power CBD oil …

Read more11 Benefits of CBD Oil (Cannabidiol) & Why It’s Not What You Think
DIY Natural Vapor Rub

How to Make Your Own Natural Vapor Rub

January 18, 2018

Hopefully cold and flu won’t strike at your home this year, but in case it does, this natural vapor rub is a good natural remedy to have around. I used to keep regular Vicks Vapor Rub and the baby version on hand for times when the seasonal cold would hit until I realized that it had …

Read moreHow to Make Your Own Natural Vapor Rub
Benefits and uses of Jojoba Oil

Simple Ways to Use Jojoba Oil for Hair, Face, and Body

January 11, 2018

I’ve used jojoba oil for years in my homemade lotion recipes among other personal care products, so I’m well aware of the amazing moisturizing benefits of jojoba oil. But there are many more benefits than as a simple (but amazing!) moisturizer. What Is Jojoba Oil? Jojoba (pronounced hoh-hoh-bah) is a liquid wax that closely resembles the …

Read moreSimple Ways to Use Jojoba Oil for Hair, Face, and Body
Ginger uses and benefits

10+ Ways to Use Ginger (& Get Its Amazing Benefits)

December 28, 2017

Ginger root is one of the oldest and most popular natural remedies, and in my opinion also one of the most delicious. Ginger root is very easy to find in most places both in fresh and dried (and even pickled and candied) preparations. This is one herb I always keep on hand (I know, say …

Read more10+ Ways to Use Ginger (& Get Its Amazing Benefits)
Benefits and uses of Turmeric

Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin (+ 12 Practical Ways to Use It!)

December 28, 2017

Turmeric is a powerful spice with an impressive list of uses and benefits. It’s known for its antioxidant content and ability to work as an anti-inflammatory. This common culinary spice is prized in many cuisines around the world and with good reason. What’s So Great About Turmeric? In short…. a lot: The spice we refer …

Read moreBenefits of Turmeric and Curcumin (+ 12 Practical Ways to Use It!)
Soothing shower melts

Aromatherapy Shower Melts for Colds and Flu (or Anytime)

December 27, 2017

A friend asked me if I had a DIY recipe for a natural version of shower melts (basically a bath bomb for the shower) since her favorite ones had been discontinued and she was looking for a cheaper and better homemade option. I’m so glad she asked because these little shower melts are a staple …

Read moreAromatherapy Shower Melts for Colds and Flu (or Anytime)
Benefits of Using Herbal Teas During a Fever

6 Benefits of Using Herbal Tea During a Fever

December 21, 2017

My post on why I don’t reduce fevers (and what I do instead) is one of my most popular, and I totally understand why! What parent hasn’t gone through a sleepless night or two … or twenty … worrying about a child with a high fever? Thankfully, fevers aren’t as dangerous as many people fear, …

Read more6 Benefits of Using Herbal Tea During a Fever
Natural Remedies for Dandruff

How to Get Rid of Dandruff (Easy & Effective Natural Remedies)

October 18, 2017

The itchy, uncomfortable feeling and unsightly flakes that come with dandruff get old fast. Conventional treatments like shampoos, steroids and coal tar can help, but they’re far from natural or safe. Natural shampoos are hard to find and the few decent options are really expensive. These natural dandruff remedies use effective ingredients like apple cider …

Read moreHow to Get Rid of Dandruff (Easy & Effective Natural Remedies)
Benefits of Onions- A Potent Home Remedy

Benefits of Onions: A Surefire Home Remedy in Your Kitchen

January 24, 2017

If vegetables could be superheroes, onions would definitely be at the top of the list. This unassuming root vegetable boasts an impressive host of health benefits. Onions are also endlessly versatile, and the fact that most of us already have a few on hand at all times makes them an ideal home remedy you can whip …

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Elderberry Popsicle Recipe - throat soothing and immune boosting

Elderberry Popsicles Recipe (Soothing for Sore Throats)

December 9, 2016

It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of using elderberries to keep my family healthy during the winter months. My kids love their elderberry gummies and elderberry syrup, but sometimes it’s nice to have something that’s extra soothing for sore throats. These elderberry popsicles not only boost immunity, they also soothe an achy throat, …

Read moreElderberry Popsicles Recipe (Soothing for Sore Throats)
Echinacea Uses and Benefits

Echinacea Benefits: A Potent Natural Remedy (+ a Caution!)

September 24, 2016

I met my husband walking across the country, and it turns out you learn a lot about a person by walking 15+ miles a day with them. At the time, he was a 20-something guy into sports and healthy(ish) eating and I was into academics and pizza (I know, I know… the processed grains and …

Read moreEchinacea Benefits: A Potent Natural Remedy (+ a Caution!)
how-to-make-elderberry-marshmallows

Elderberry Marshmallows Recipe (Immune Boosting & Kids Love)

September 21, 2016

Hiding under the bed…. That was my solution when I was supposed to take medicine when I was sick as a kid. I didn’t like the taste and my poor parents would have to chase me down to get me to take it. Fast forward a lot of years (more than I’d like to admit) …

Read moreElderberry Marshmallows Recipe (Immune Boosting & Kids Love)
Swimmers ear home remedies and how to avoid it

Swimmers Ear: Home Remedies for How to Avoid It

June 13, 2016

Summer means swimming, water fun and time outside. Unfortunately, it also sometimes means the inconveniences attached to these activities. The mosquito bites, bee stings, skinned knees and swimmers ear. This year, my husband got a painful case of swimmers ear (outer ear infection) that my regular ear infection remedies weren’t able to help, since the …

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Is moringa really a superfood

Is Moringa Really a Superfood?

May 7, 2016

There is a simple tree known as “the drumstick tree,” or scientifically as Moringa oleifera, which is commonly touted as a superfood since it is rich in nutrients, antioxidants and other beneficial compounds. Unfortunately, there is also a dark side to this small tree that is native to India, and there are some important cautions to know before …

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uses for dandelions

Dandelion Root: A Backyard Herb with Many Benefits

April 11, 2016

Did you know you’ve probably pulled, stomped or sprayed a natural superfood that grows in your backyard? Dandelion is mostly known as a backyard weed, but it has amazing nutrient qualities and health promoting properties. All the parts of the plant can be used in various ways though the roots and leaves are the most commonly …

Read moreDandelion Root: A Backyard Herb with Many Benefits
After Birth Tincture Recipe

After Birth Tincture Recipe

January 12, 2016

I’ve been nesting since I was about four months pregnant. It’s been great as I’ve essentially remodeled, redecorated, and scrubbed our house from top to bottom, but this week, my energy has switched from putting in tile floors to obsessively scrubbing baseboards and getting my labor and birth kit ready. I also just strained the …

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How to make natural remedies in bulk- with my personal bulk shopping list

My Natural Remedies Shopping List

January 4, 2016

This is the time of year when I re-organize, reevaluate, and stock up on our needed supplies for the year. Right now, my regular organizational efforts are turbo-charged thanks to nesting and I’m taking advantage of the extra energy to order the items on my natural remedies shopping list and pre-make many remedies/beauty products before …

Read moreMy Natural Remedies Shopping List
Benefits of Rooibos Tea

Benefits of Rooibos Tea

December 29, 2015

Herbal teas have many benefits and there are endless ways to use herbs and teas as drinks, in natural remedies, and even in foods. One of my favorites is Rooibos Tea or Red Bush tea from the South African Rooibos plant (Aspalathus linearis). What is Rooibos Tea? A beautiful fragrant red herbal tea with a naturally …

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How to make an alcohol free glycerin tincture

How to Make a Glycerite

October 12, 2015

This is the time of year when I make a variety of different tinctures to preserve herbs for long-term use. I typically make traditional alcohol based tinctures, because they concentrate and preserve the herbs for years, but glycerin tincture are an alcohol-free option for children or those who can’t tolerate alcohol. What is a Glycerite? …

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Lavender and honey burn salve recipe

Lavender Honey Burn Salve Recipe

October 8, 2015

Raw Manuka Honey is a mainstay in my herbal remedies cabinet to speed healing on all types of wounds, and I’ve used it with great results on several occasions. Why Raw Honey? Most recently, when the blade of my beloved spiralizer that makes vegetable noodles sliced off almost all of the fingerprint on my pinky finger. To be …

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Benefits of Vinegar Baths

Benefits of Vinegar Baths

September 29, 2015

There are many types of baths that can be used for detoxification and relaxation, but none that benefit the skin with a single ingredient as much as vinegar baths. I’m not a fan of the smell of vinegar, but I’m a huge fan of vinegar baths because they leave my skin and hair looking and feeling …

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