The cosmetic and beauty industries seem to be taking over, pushing out all the natural and good for more regulated chemicals that aren’t always the best for our skin’s health in any way.  But these toxic products don’t have to stay around all the time, especially when there are natural remedies that can help you […]

(This is the third in a series of articles on some common physical changes women may experience, such as varicose veins, wrinkles or age spots, as they age and how these changes can naturally be reduced or minimized) Wrinkles and Aging Wrinkles are a natural part of aging, no doubt about that.  They appear on […]

What on earth are these superfoods and why is everyone talking about them? What’s so super about them? Well, while they won’t do your chores for you, they can, for example, give you more energy, improve your health and help you reduce stress in your hectic life. So, which foods are considered superfoods and what […]

Ayurveda is one of the most dominant medical practices in the country, one that came from India almost three thousand years ago, According to the practice, there exists an inextricable bond between the mind, body, and soul. The Ayurvedic teachings claim that a person is a sum of five elements: air, space, earth, water and […]

The world of cosmetics has been blown way out of proportion. There are so many options it can be confusing on where to even begin when you’re looking for a new product and no Herbs that could potentially be helpful to your skin.  Not to mention how different each person is, they have a unique […]

It is the week before Christmas if you are anything like me you may be feeling the stress of finding last minute gifts.  One of the things that I like to make ahead of time and have on hand for a quick but meaningful gift to give are jars of herb-enhanced detox bath mixes. They […]

Essential oils are natural oils obtained through the process of distillation having the characteristic scent of the plant from which they are extracted. For thousands of years, essential oils have been used in aromatherapy and treatment or management of different health conditions. What’s more, most of us don’t even realize how beneficial essential oils for […]

(This is the second in a series of articles on some common physical changes women may experience, such as varicose veins or age spots, as they age and how these changes can naturally be reduced or minimized) Our Aging Bodies As we get older, our bodies start to show the wear and tear that we […]

Whipped Belly Butter  Here’s what you’ll need: • 6 ounces cocoa butter • 3 ounces calendula-infused jojoba oil • 1 1/2 ounces unrefined hemp • 14 ounces shea butter • 0.3 ounce equal parts: German chamomile, carrot seed, frankincense (optional) and helichrysum (optional) 1. Weigh out all of your ingredients (volume doesn’t provide the same). […]

Citrus Herb Foot Soak Are your dogs barking? Tired and achy? Sore tootsies? Have you ever thought about how truly wonderful and perfectly designed our poor feet are? They take pounds of pressure and force every day just going through the motion of  daily life. Poor circulation, yeast, fungus, ingrown nails… none of which are appealing […]