History, Identification, & Uses of Lavender
Lavender is one of the most popular scents as well as one of the most popular herbs used in natural medicine. It has a long history and a wonderful smell with m...
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History, Identification, & Uses of Ginkgo
You have probably seen these trees lining streets and neighborhoods. The ginkgo is commonly planted as an ornamental tree. (This post contains affiliate ...
History, Identification, & Uses of St. John’s Wort
St. John’s Wort is best known for its use in treating depression. It has many uses but also must be used with caution as it interacts with many medication...
Chemicals Found in Shampoos & Their Safety
Big words can be scary, especially when talking about scientific compounds. Listed below are some compounds found in shampoos. Not all chemicals found in shampo...
The No-Poo Method: Natural Alternatives to Shampoos
Have you heard of the no poo method? If not, don’t worry, it has nothing to do with “poo.” The No Poo movement has been around for awhile but has regaine...
History, Identification, & Uses of Elderberry
You may have seen elderberry cough syrup on the grocery store shelf right next to the rest of the cough syrup. Recently, it has become a popular home remedy for...
History & Identification of Poison Ivy
If you have ever had a run-in with poison ivy you know how irritating it can be, but do you know some of the history behind it or how to identify it? Dur...
How To Make Homemade Bug Spray
For centuries man has used plants to repel bugs like mosquitos and ticks. From hanging bruised plants to rubbing oil into our skin to bug sprays, avoiding pesky...
History, Identification, & Uses of Pawpaw
The pawpaw is not only native to North America, but it is also the most northern species in the Annonaceae family, a mostly tropical custard apple family. In 15...
What is a Glycerite?
If you’ve ever made or had a tincture that does not contain alcohol you have had a glycerite! Before we get into what a glycerite is, let’s talk about its main ...