Delightful Scents: Using Essential Oils for Health and Home
In 1964, Dr. Jean Valnet said, "It is conceivable that the day…
Relief for Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac: The Poisonous Triplets
"Oh My Heavens! It's in My Bellybutton!" Taming the Poisonous Triplets The…
Grow an Herbal Skincare Garden: 7 Easy-to-Grow Herbs for Naturally Healthy Skin
You grow herbs for culinary uses and maybe herbal remedies, but did…
Making Oxymels: The Sweet-Tart Medicine
Oxymel... what an odd word. The etymology of the word actually gives…
The Homesteader’s Apothecary
Homesteaders will tout the many health benefits of their lifestyle including fresh…
Mineral-rich Weeds
Picking mineral-rich weeds like dandelion, clover, chickweed, and plantain is a great…
Utilizing Trees on the Homestead: Crafts to Cure-alls
When you become a homesteader, you notice how much nature is willing…
How to Grow a Food Forest in Five Years
In times of uncertainty such as these, becoming as self-sufficient as you…
Garden Therapy: Getting in Touch with Your Roots
My introduction to gardening began with time spent in my grandfather’s garden.…
Homemade Fire Cider to Fight Colds and Flu
Winter is approaching and that means we can look forward to more…