Craft Your Own Mulling Spices for Cider, Potpourri, Baking & More

Mulling spices have long been tied to mulled wine, that traditional wintertime beverage we start to see pop up in the colder months. But… what’s a mama to do if she doesn’t want to drink wine but still wants all of the health benefits of these spices? Use them in countless other ways, of course! 

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How to Make Elderberry Syrup (and Ways to Use It!)

We’ve long sung the praises of elderberry here on the blog! We love it in syrup for pancakes, in chia pudding, and even in homemade sea moss gummies. Not only are elderberries delicious, but they also boast numerous medicinal and health benefits. One of the better ways of consuming it is in homemade...

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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

There isn’t much better than a steaming mug of hot chocolate on a chilly day. The issue is that most store-bought mixes can be packed with unhealthy additives, artificial flavors, and who knows what else!

 

Luckily, there are other options! With a little effort, you can create your own homemade ho...

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DIY Herbal Cough Drops: Natural Homemade Alternatives

This time of year, the colds and flu are around more than we would like, and they have us dreaming of warmer summer days when we have bugs and humidity to deal with instead. While many of us have seen those bright, colorful cough drops at the grocery store as part of the cold and flu care section, w...

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Starbucks Medicine Ball (Copycat Recipe)

Love the Starbucks®  drink popularly referred to as Medicine Ball by customers, but don’t love having to run out to the coffee shop and spend a ton of money on it? You’re speaking our language. While the drink is certainly tasty — and could be helpful if you’re under the weather — it can get a bit p...

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How to Make Homemade Chai Tea (Not Instant)

I’ve always loved chai tea, but I do not love those powdered instant mixes you see at most supermarkets! While mixes are a lot easier and faster to prepare than authentic chai, they usually fall short in terms of flavor, quality, and health benefits. And if you’re anything like me, that’s exactly wh...

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Herbal Monograph Guide

The most common concern with using herbs for medicine is that people are unsure of which herb to use for which ailment. Folks wonder, how do I know it’s going to work? How do I know it’s safe to use? How do I know which dosage to take?

 

Questions about the safety and effectiveness of herbal medic...

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How to Grow, Harvest, and Use a Licorice Root Plant

 

Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb! You likely recognize the name licorice — it’s also seen in candy. And while most store-bought options you find today aren’t made with the actual licorice root plant, that familiar sweet flavor is still there. 

 

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Herbal Tea for Sleep & More: Best Herbs to Sleep Well

I think we can all agree that sleep is important. And I think we can also agree that we all experience at least a few nights here and there where we just can’t seem to get to sleep. And with husbands, littles, and other family members and friends that need us to be on the ball, well, pretty much 24/...

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Dandelion Jelly & Other Flower Jelly Recipes

Dandelions may be small, but that doesn’t mean they don’t offer up a slew of potential health benefits! They’re easy to consume, too. You can brew their root into tea, and you can also make dandelion jelly from their petals.

 

Today we’re diving into the wonderful world of herbal jelly making! Bel...

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What is a SCOBY? A Full Guide

Kombucha has officially taken the wellness world by storm, but, like me, I know that most of you mamas have been brewing it yourselves for years at this point! And if you haven’t, well… you’ve come to the right place! Today I’m going to teach you everything you need to know about a SCOBY, a key ingr...

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Healthy Popsicle Recipes for Kids (& Moms Too!)

Who doesn’t love a refreshing popsicle on a hot day? And while store-bought options may be convenient, they’re often loaded with sugar, artificial ingredients, and other nasties that aren’t exactly the healthiest option, especially for our little ones. 

 

That’s where these homemade, healthy popsi...

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