Homemade marshmallows are a delicious and affordable candy that can be simply made at home with a few simple ingredients. But did you know that marshmallow is actually a plant too? DIY Marshmallows are also a great way to use marshmallow root, one of my favorite medicinal herbs, with a variety of...
A hot cup of nettle tea is still a remedy for many ailments for many people. It's no surprise considering stinging nettle greens are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Besides the health benefits, stinging nettles are really tasty.
But we can't ignore the fact that...
Did you know that approximately 70 million people are affected by digestive diseases? Diet plays a huge factor in some digestive problems, and adding in healthy gut bacteria, such as probiotics, can help mitigate some of the side effects.
Have you heard of Jun? This close relative of...
We lovingly refer to the gut as “the second brain.” Not only because we tend to think with our stomachs, but because it handles digestion, weight management, blood regulation, and helps build a thriving immune system.
The bacteria living in our gut are called the gut...
What do you love most about fall? When we surveyed our Wellness Wednesday readers, they unanimously said Fall Spices! Something about those clouds, the colder weather, and the shorter days have us looking for ways to warm up and spice up dishes.
While we have shared our favorite way...
Grabbing your favorite Chai tea latte at one of your favorite coffee shops is on the quintessential fall bucket list for sure. Am I right? But, the problem with that is that not only does the wallet not hold up to those coffee shop prices, but many coffee shops use chai concentrate to make...
Bright orange and almost as popular as bubble tea, this authentic Thai recipe is a must-have at Thai restaurants. It goes great with your favorite Pad Thai dish or it is even fabulous to make your own at home and serve with a Zucchini Noodle Pad Thai straight from the garden.
What is the best...
Caffeine can cause so many side effects including anxiety, nervousness, insomnia, nausea, stomach issues, addiction, headaches, chest pains, agitation, and more. There are a whole host of reasons why caffeine could be cut back or removed from one’s diet. Those seeking better health through...
You are probably wondering. I have all of these roses in my yard, I wonder if I can use them for tea? I wonder what I do with these roses? Is there a special kind of rose that is good for tea? No worries my friend not only are there great ways to preserve flowers for tea but there are lots of...
Pine needle tea, many will say is packed with vitamin c and shikimic acid, a constituent used to make a well-known antiviral drug, Oseltamivir, or as you may know it Tamiflu. While the news might be trending with pine needle tea, my question is, is it really the best tea and/or food for...
Did you know that rose hips, depending on the plant variety, have the highest concentration of vitamin c over any other fruit or vegetable? These studies show that not only is vitamin c one of the health benefits of rose hips but vitamin c is the powerhouse for all of your body's...
With this apple cider vinegar gummies recipe, you will learn how to make your own inexpensive ACV gummies infused with herbs, and customizable to any flavor.
Goli Apple Cider Gummies are all the rage right now. These apple cider vinegar gummies tout their high nutritional value, ability to...
