The herbal burn salve recipe includes common herbs like calendula, plantain and comfrey, which are all beneficial to using on burns. And here's why!
Spring cold? Sore throat? Cough that won't go away? These Homemade Honey Lemon Ginger Throat Drops are incredibly soothing, taste wonderful and when you're feeling better, drop the leftovers in your hot tea to sweeten it. Delicious to the last drop.
Try these simple, homemade cough drops the next time you find yourself with a cough or cold.
Natural antibiotics have a very important role to play healing all sorts of minor infections. Which is NOT to say we never need the power of prescribed antibiotics. Of course we do. But using natural
Be prepared for cold and flu season with these cough-ease cough drops. Our video and recipe will walk you through the steps to make them on your own!
Get these herbal shampoo bar recipes made with the cold process method, pure and healthy ingredients, herbs, and essential oils for organic shampoo bars.
Note: This article has been edited since I first wrote it a few years ago. We now live in Idaho and grow even more herbs. I still use this herbal tincture for periodic sleep issues, and so does Mr. V. It has been a life saver for us as far as herbal remedies go! The very first herbal remedy I eve
No other way to put it, I just love herbs! If you ask my friends and neighbors, they can assure you this is true. Pretty sure last summer, at the peak of the season, you could small my herb garden at least 3 blocks away. What a harvest we had, and all those recipes with
An herbal ear oil made with mullein, garlic, and other herbs is perfect for treating earaches and ear infections at home. This simple herbal preparation is a must-have for homes with little ones! Two of our children have been prone to earaches. During a cold, in the middle of the night when they tend to strike, I...
Learn step-by-step how to make a tincture for anxiety with some of the best herbs for anxiety. Chamomile, lemon balm, Holy Basil and cinnamon are wonderful anxiolytics for simple, natural anxiety treatment.
So, what is a tincture? Tinctures are liquid extracts made from either dried or fresh plant material that are macerated in alcohol, glycerin, wine, and even vinegar (though anything other al…
Preventing bug bites is key, but how do you stop the itch if you end up with them? This effective herbal anti-itch salve is your answer!
A tutorial that shows you how to make your own homemade vapor rub. This super tutorial for how to make homemade vapor rub offers a video tutorial too.
Learning how to make a tincture is one of the most important parts of the herbal learning journey. Use this post to figure out the best menstruum, extraction time, and method for producing a safe, effective herbal tincture every time!
Perfect for on the go. Homemade Conditioner Bars are convenient when traveling and have many benefits. Melt cocoa butter and coconut oil in a double boiler.
'Tis the season to make homemade fire cider! A shot glass of this a day is a great defense against colds and flu. Not only an immune tonic, homemade fire cider also stimulates digestion, helps moves circulation throughout the body and acts as a decongestant and expectorant!
Budding herbalists usually start their herbalism journey with teas. However, quickly after tea, an herbalist learns how to make a tincture.
This healing salve is a natural alternative to antibiotic ointments. Great for all kinds of cuts, scrapes, rashes, and more.
During the cold season or any time when air quality is poor or there are other airway irritations, having your own homemade cough drops can help soothe and relieve coughs and sore throats. If you enjoy making candy, preserves, or other confections, you will love the addictive process of making your own cough drops. We…
Willow bark has been used for centuries as a natural pain reliever. It contains salicin, which was later synthesized and is the active ingredient in aspirin. It's reputed to relieve pain without the stomach upset
This easy homemade Elderberry Syrup recipe is packed full of nutrients! Keep it on hand to fight off cold and flu symptoms and to boost your immune system.
This herbal tincture is a great remedy for headaches and some migraine headaches as well.
Making your own homemade extracts can be incredibly simple, and allow you to try out various flavors while cutting down on your grocery bill. With your own unique homemade extract added to your baking, you can enchant your guests with subtle taste hints and flavors they would never expect.
Herbalism, the art of bringing the body into balance with medicinal plants, piqued the interest of mainstream America in the last decade. Interested in starting down the path of herbalism? Check out the ideas below for some introductory tips.
Pine needles can be used for a variety of ailments, as food, for making crafts, and even in the garden. Let us teach you 8 ways to use pine needles.
Use your Instant Pot for herbal medicine making and utilizing this herbal remedy making appliance, while you save on electricity and keep your kitchen cool.
Elderberry tincture is a simple way to convert fresh or dried elderberries into a homemade remedy to boost the immune system. You may have come across elderberry, in either tincture or syrup form, if you've
Learning how to make peppermint oil is easy. This infused oil is made with fresh mint from the farmers market and grapeseed oil.
Mullein is an important plant of waste places and spent pastures. It thrives in harsh environments. Learn how to use mullein as a local herbal ally.
Are you entering the world of tinctures? This beginners guide to herbal tinctures will cover the basics so you can feel confident exploring the different types of medicine you can create at home.
This is a quick and easy recipe for a homemade rehydration solution.
Maria Noël Groves teaches about herbs for pain and how they can come to our assistance during times of need in her new book, Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies.
This herbal tincture is a great remedy for headaches and some migraine headaches as well.
Herbal antibiotics help fight infections, such as UTIs, and speed wound healing. Many also fight viruses, like colds and flu. They are gaining interest as treatments for antibiotic resistant bacteria.
Migraines have been my longest-standing, most life-disrupting health problem since I can remember. And while lifestyle changes have helped tremendously, as soon as my diet lags, my sleep gets disrupted, or my stress levels rise, headaches are the first thing to get worse. I recently created this herbal pain killer shot and have been pleasantly
Now is the time to get started making herbal gifts that require time to brew! Here are eight of our favorite herbal holiday preparations to start now.
A simple recipe for how to make hawthorn tincture using berries and vodka. Hawthorn is a red berry that gently supports heart health, and that you can forage for in autumn. You can use the volume ingredient measurements in this folk method tincture or use the 1:2 ratio measurements in the notes below. Scale the recipe up or down to suit your needs.
Beautiful blueberry herbal vinegar features ingredients that are good for your brain and body! Learn how to make blueberry vinegar, plus how to turn it into a brain boosting oxymel (herbal sweet and sour syrup).
Orange oil is great for cleaning all kinds of things -- and it smells fantastic. Better yet, it cuts grease and has antibacterial properties. But did you know you can actually make your own all-natural DIY orange oil? Here's how you can do it yourself without much hassle, and what you can do with it when it's done.
Out of all the things I teach people when it comes to herbalism, this is the one thing that I teach the most. Some days I get a stank eye and get told I have
Herbal glycerites for skincare? Yes! Infusing glycerin with beautiful and beneficial herbs is easy to do and will be a welcome addition to your DIY projects.
Learning how to make a tincture is one of the most important parts of the herbal learning journey. Use this post to figure out the best menstruum, extraction time, and method for producing a safe, effective herbal tincture every time!