From the Herb Basket – 29

Sensational Cinnamon Give your hair a boost. Mix 1/4 cup each of ground cinnamon and honey. Apply to the scalp, leave it on for 10 minutes and then rinse. Cinnamon increases blood flow to the scalp and could stimulate hair growth. Make a moth repellent with 2 cinnamon sticks and 1 teaspoon each black peppercorns […] … Continue reading From the Herb Basket – 29

A Herbalist’s Guide to a Healthy Fall and Winter

Ready or not, fall is here and winter is fast approaching. Daylight is beginning to dwindle in the northern hemisphere and there is an accompanying nip in the air. Hopefully, you’ve had the opportunity to burn brightly alongside the carefree summer sun for the past few months and are ready to begin slowing down. Making […] … Continue reading A Herbalist’s Guide to a Healthy Fall and Winter

Herbs ~ Harvesting, Drying, Preserving and Storing Your Herbs.

For the heart of the medicinal herbs! Knowing how to properly harvest your medicinal herbs will increase the potency and efficacy of the preparations you create. Let’s understand the terminology used to describe the parts of herbs {plant parts} when harvesting. Berries and Seeds: These are the fruits of the plant, harvested when they are … Continue reading Herbs ~ Harvesting, Drying, Preserving and Storing Your Herbs.

Herbal Pharmacy – 12

Terrific Toner: The tannins in witch hazel help it tone skin and tighten pores, leaving the skin cool and refreshed. It also helps kill breakout-causing bacteria. To make a skin toner, combine equal parts distilled water and witch hazel. Use a spray bottle or cosmetic pad to apply. Amazing Herbs: Adaptogens are a class of […] … Continue reading Herbal Pharmacy – 12

Cooking The Mediterranean Countries-Greece

The Mediterranean countries include France, Spain, Italy, Greece and Portugal along the north; Turkey, Syria, Lebanon and Israel on the east; and the African countries of Egypt, Libya, Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia on the south. The Mediterranean countries utilize many of the same ingredients but each country has a unique way of creating recipes with … Continue reading Cooking The Mediterranean Countries-Greece