Sage is a common culinary and medicinal herb, but the word “sage” actually applies to a whole family of plants. There are some sage plants that you can eat. Others are more ornamental. The Latin name for the sage family … Continued
Tending your herbs after a long day is a mindful, restorative way to welcome calm in a world where we can become incredibly disconnected from nature. Perhaps its time to invite a little bit more of Mother Nature’s spirit indoors and … Continued
Nettles – yes, stinging nettles or “burning weed” – you either love them or hate them. If you are only familiar with the painful itch they can cause when they touch your skin, you’re probably not a fan. But this … Continued
Mouthwash is the bomb! It’s so refreshing – but since commercial mouthwashes can be irritating, I prefer to use an herbal mouthwash with no alcohol. I love using a green tea water extract / infusion as mouthwash. You can add … Continued
Dark circles… puffy eyes… when I don’t get enough sleep, it’s pretty easy to tell with a quick glance. My solution: a simple DIY caffeine eye serum! I created this recipe after enjoying the results of another coffee-infused product. Apparently, dark … Continued
Fire cider is a traditional herbal folk recipe. It’s usually made in the fall and winter, but is useful any time one would want to support their immune system. It’s been popularized by Rosemary Gladstar, but it’s origins go way … Continued
CBD is well known for its therapeutic properties. Also referred to as cannabidiol, CBD is used for a whole host of issues, including chronic pain, mood regulation, sleep aid, nausea, and muscle spasms or even seizures. While CBD oil can … Continued
I’ve always loved looking to plants for nutrition, medicine, beauty, and the host of other benefits they offer. It’s incredibly empowering to be able to create your own medicines, personal care supplies, and household items using plants. There are a … Continued
I’ve tried dozens of different deodorants and antiperspirants over the years, including versions I’ve made myself. Most of them have been a huge disappointment. Which is such a shame, because: wellness. Why Use a Natural Deodorant? Aluminum, which is used … Continued
There is some very interesting research going on around why colds and flu infections spike during the fall and winter. There are several theories about why that is – the two most popular are 1.) drier air allows the viruses … Continued