From hot chicken soup to aromatic baths and steam inhalations, here are some easy and natural remedies for the common cold. At the Start of a Cold… At the very first signs of a cold, take a warm bath with anti-viral essential oils. Some of the best (and safest) oils for this purpose are Lavender, […]
Easy and Natural Sore Throat Home Remedies
A sore throat can be caused by a viral infection, by bacteria or by allergies and irritation. Whatever the cause, these natural remedies can help to relieve symptoms even if you have to take medication. Some bacterial infections must be treated with antibiotics, but you can still use these simple natural sore throat remedies to […]
Three Home Uses for Lavender Oil
Three home uses for Lavender essential oil: relieve headaches with a Lavender compress, try Lavender in steam inhalations for a cold or flu and use Lavender flowers or Lavender oil as a natural insect repellent.
The Handbook of Vintage Remedies—A Review of An Herbal Primer
The Handbook of Vintage Remedies: A Modern Family’s Guide to Herbal Medicine by Jessie Hawkins, MH is an informative and helpful family herbalist book for natural home health and wellness.
Caring for Infant Diarrhea – Causes and Treatment for Diarrhea in Babies
It is, indeed, tough for parents when babies suffer from diarrhea. Infant diarrhea can be due to many reasons and can be treated effectively as well. Find out about the causes and treatment for baby’s upset stomach and vomiting.
Psoriasis Home Remedies: Simple and Effective Cures for Psoriasis
Dry, itchy skin? Redness, scaling and peeling? It could be psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin disorder characterized by itching, scaling and peeling of skin.
Natural Remedies for Gout: Simple and Effective Self-care Options
Gout is a form of arthritis caused by the inability of the kidneys to flush away uric acid. As a result, uric acid tends to build up and gets lodged in the joints. A build up of uric acid can result in joints getting swollen, hot and extremely sore.
Calendula (Pot Marigold) as Herbal Medicine
You’ll see these happy ladies with their bright heads in cottage gardens and flower beds everywhere. Native to Southern Europe, Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is a hardy annual that reseeds freely and is a very easy plant to grow. What you may not know is that throughout history, it’s been an extremely versatile herb.
How to Boost Iron Intake Without Supplements
Are you struggling with iron deficiency, but not wanting to take supplements? If you need an iron boost to nudge your levels up just a bit, there are a range of natural options that are gentler on the body — yet still effective.
Taking the Itch Out of Chigger Bites
Chigger bites can be unbearably itchy. Find out how to take the itch out without clawing off an arm or leg.
Home Remedies: Heat Rash Treatments
Excessive heat, sweat and summertime play tends to result in skin redness and irritation in children and adults alike. This is called heat rash or prickly heat. Here are some effective yet easy ways to combat this summer woe and enjoy a rash-free time in the sun.
Home Remedies: Head Lice Treatments
Head lice can be unpleasant, uncomfortable and quite embarrassing. Schoolchildren are especially prone to “catch” head lice and then spread them to the entire family. Avoid this situation by using the following treatments to get rid of lice and nits.
