Natural Health

I seem to hear questions regarding “herbs vs. medicine” more and more frequently. It’s not that surprising that people are becoming more curious about natural alternatives to synthetic drugs. So if you’re looking for a quick reference guide on what and when to use medicinal plants, keep reading! Over the years, I’ve become passionate about…

My dad always used to talk up putting dandelion leaves in salads, and in my head I thought, “Why though?” I never understood the powerful benefits this common weed carries. I figured if the world was ending and I was starving, sure, I’d eat a dandelion salad. But now that I how to use dandelion…

I have used herbal remedies to treat my family for years, and echinacea is one of my all-around favorites. This echinacea tincture can be actually be made from either the fresh or dried form of the herb. I just choose to use fresh, since I am already growing it. Doing it this way saves me…

When I first discovered the wonders of apple cider vinegar as a sore throat remedy, I was both amazed and, I’ll admit, a little disgusted. You see, I have never been a huge fan of the smell or taste of vinegar. I find it pretty off-putting. However, after using this gargle recipe for sore throat…