Category: Health

I’ve noticed some confusion at times about the difference between essential oils and infused oils. They are definitely different, so here is a quick rundown of how they are made and what they are used for.  There is also a frequently asked questions section at the bottom. What is Infused? Infused oils are much easier…

Making your own healing salve is easier than you may think. A little goes a long way, so you can make small batches and store them in various locations for easy access. I keep one in the kitchen junk drawer (you know you have one too), one in the bathroom with the bandages and such,…

Have you ever tried to make your own infused oil? Are you wondering why you should or how to get started?   Infused oils have so many uses! From making medical salves to cooking and salad dressings! Making them on your own is not only cool points on your lifelong scoreboard, but can open a…

Homemade salves are an easy way to put your herbs and essential oils to work for you. They only take three ingredients and are simple to make. You may stumble through it the first time, but once you get the hang of it? You’re off to the races! Why make salves If you’ve read many…

Rather you’re stressed or simply can’t sleep. This is a quick, relaxing herbal tea that can be made in just a few minutes in the comfort of your home.  If you’ve been growing and drying your own herbs, you can rest assured knowing exactly where all of the ingredients came from . Ingredients Use defuser…

What is a tincture? A tincture is one of the most common forms of herbal medicine. It is a concentrated herbal extract that is most commonly made in alcohol but can also be made in vinegar or  vegetable glycerine. It is easy to make easier to take. An alcohol based tincture is preferred by many…