Here are my top 10 favorite botanically-inspired ingredients, which we in the natural skin care world affectionately refer to as “miracle herbs” for the skin.
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A lot of foods can help exfoliate and tone your skin. They can also help with wrinkles, oily skin and dry skin.
Uncover the secrets of Mediterranean herbs. From ancient aloes to culinary delights, learn about the hidden treasures of this region.
Chamomile is anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and contains antioxidants benefits.
Foods native to North America can offer a lot of potential remedies for the rest of the world. Here are a few of the foods and the potential remedies.
If anyone were to ask me what my favorite flower is, I would have to say roses, hands down. If prodded, I’d have to admit that some of the reason I like them is that they are useful in herbal medicine. The ancient Chinese, Persians, Romans and Greeks all appreciated the benefits of the fruit, sometimes called a hip or a haw.
There are a number of relatively benign reasons for your nose to start bleeding. Here’s are six of the most common.
I grew up around plants. My mother has always gardened (on a rather large scale), and my grandmother owned and operated a greenhouse. As an adult, I have planted a lot of herbs, vines and trees.
I have used herbal remedies on my family, including the pets, for decades. It helps that I’ve had training, so I have an idea what is appropriate for each age group…and each gender. With this information, you may be able to do the same with yours.
One of the benefits of mankind’s tendency to explore new areas is that we find new herbal lore. These herbs may then be studied and turned into new medications or new food plants.
Many cultures have developed some form of vinegar. What did they use, how is it made and what is it good for?
If you want to know more about the other health benefits of rooibos tea, then here is a list of rooibos tea health benefits.
Discover the secrets of DIY skin care and save money. Learn how to make your own skin care products using simple, common ingredients.