When you have kids, a sore throat seems to be JUST around the corner. Everyone seems to be fine, then the dread words appear. “Mom, my throat hurts.” It’s currently May, and my kids are passing a cold back and forth, accompanied by a sore throat. We use cough drops, but a soothing, herbal sore…
Herbal medicine is the oldest system of healing on the planet. Modern medicine now runs the world, but more people than ever are rushing back to their roots. Herbalism for beginners is a slow process of educating yourself on the different herbs available and how to utilize them safely for your family. Before we go…
Echinacea is one of the most widely used medicinal herbs, and one way to tap into this herb is to make echinacea tincture. Echinacea, often called purple coneflower, is a popular herb that has been used for centuries to boost the immune system and treat various ailments. One of the most effective ways to use…
Learning how to make calendula salve is easy and a great skin care remedy for the whole family! Calendula salve is one of my favorite natural skin care remedies that I use regularly. It’s simple and offers powerful benefits for your skin. It’s great for insect bites, minor cuts, burns, dry skin, and more. Learning…
Learning how to make calendula oil is easy, and its versatile uses mean it has a place in everyone’s herbal cabinet. Calendula is one of my favorite medicinal flowers to grow in my garden. It’s downright easy to grow; throw the seeds and wait for the flowers to appear. While it is a flower, calendula…
Growing medicinal herbs in your backyard is easy and increases your self-sufficiency. We love herbal remedies, and if you do as well, you’ll want to try growing some different medicinal herbs in your backyard. Having the herbs in your backyard not only saves you money, but these plants also attract all sorts of pollinators to…
