Natural Remedies, Herbs, Holistic Healing Tips & More

Myrrh is a familiar yet mysterious spice that has a long history of medicinal use. You may be familiar with it from the Bible, since it was one of the three gifts the Magi brought to baby Jesus. But what...

Wild yams have been used as medicine for centuries. The Native Americans used them for ailments like colic and rheumatism. Not to be confused with the orange, potato-like vegetable we eat, wild yam is used as a supplement for its...

How to treat acne naturally? Acne is something that has affected most people at some point in their lives. For some, it comes and goes with puberty, but for others the breakouts and inflammation continue well into adulthood. Adult acne...

Labeled by many as an aggressive weed, burdock is a fascinating plant that contributed to the invention of Velcro. The cleansing and healing benefits of burdock root prove this plant to be much more than an unwanted weed. Herbalists value...

Herbal teas have experienced a huge surge in popularity as their health benefits become more widely known. You can find a tea for just about anything: sleep, stress, digestion, immune support, weight loss, pregnancy support, and so on. Of course,...

Although most people associate it with a white, puffy treat eaten around a campfire, marshmallow is actually a medicinal plant with many health benefits. Marshmallow root has been used for centuries because of its benefits for soothing inflammation and calming...

Sweet almond oil is a staple skincare ingredient with many benefits for your skin, hair, and overall health.  This versatile oil has been used for thousands of years in eastern parts of the world, and quickly made an impact when...

Comfrey is a healing herb that has been used since ancient times. While it may not be as familiar a face as plants like lavender, comfrey still has many uses and benefits today. Coming from the Latin for "knit together,"...

August is National Breastfeeding Month and organizations all across the United States are sharing information and resources about breast/chestfeeding.  Breast/chestfeeding is often the next big challenge after birth and the USA does not have very good initiation rates or exclusive...

Hormone imbalance can really wreak havoc with your health. It's connected to many issues like acne, painful PMS symptoms, trouble getting pregnant, and even certain types of headaches. Chasteberry is an herb that's long been used for its hormone-balancing benefits....

Rosemary is an herb you might think about adding to your cooking recipes, but it also has quite a few hidden health benefits. This is a plant that has been revered for thousands of years to flavor and preserve food...

There are so many buzzwords floating around in the marketing world today: natural, eco-friendly, organic, cruelty-free, etc. It can be hard to figure out which words actually mean anything, whether it's skincare or groceries. Switching to natural skincare is truly...

Is your loved one or family member recovering from childbirth and working hard to get breast/chestfeeding established.  Whether this is your first rodeo or you have been down this path before, there are many things that a partner or support...

Nothing perks up a person’s attention to their diet like being pregnant, planning for labor, and living through the ravenous period that often comes during postpartum and when you are nursing a young infant.  During these times, it is important...

Calendula is a beautiful and happy flower with bright yellow or orange petals that also packs in some serious health benefits. This cheerful garden flower is one of the earliest to be cultivated and has been valued for thousands of...

Natural skin care is becoming more popular as people begin to realize that the ingredients in common skincare products may not be good for them. Unfortunately, the cosmetics industry (which includes personal care products) is highly unregulated. There are few...

Herbs are some of the most beneficial and healing ingredients you can use for your skin. Many high-end skincare products advertise the power of plant extracts and oils for beautiful skin. The good news is, you don't have to buy...

Menopause is a stage of life that typically starts after age 45 and before mid-50s for most women. During menopause, the ovaries stop producing estrogen and progesterone, eventually leading to a cease of the menstrual cycle. A woman is considered...

The term "apothecary" has a very intriguing and mysterious ring to it. You might associate it with one of the magical shops in Harry Potter that sold unicorn horns and beetle eyes or think of it vaguely as a place...

Being pregnant (especially very pregnant!) during the summertime can be a challenge.  Growing a small human takes work, and the heat of summer can often make a pregnant person feel more uncomfortable than usual.  Here are five tips to help...

Aloe vera is likely a familiar skin care remedy to you, especially as a natural sunburn soother. However, the benefits of aloe for skin go far beyond just occasional after-sun use. The gel-like substance that comes from the leaves of...