The Six Tastes of Ayurveda Explained | AT THE CORE
Discover Ayurveda’s six tastes—sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, astringent—and learn how they bring balance to digestion, mood, and energy.| AT THE CORE
As a former football mom, doula, and military wife, I've had my fair share of experiences with the importance of staying hydrated. Whether on the field or in the delivery room, I've witnessed firsthand how dehydration can lead to serious situations. We've all had those days of overdoing the 'fun in the sun', or even just forgetting to drink during a hectic day. It's a mistake anyone can make. Understanding vital hydration helps you enjoy your adventures safely and healthily!| Mountain Rose Blog
Not so long ago, the garden was an essential resource for most families, used to supplement the household’s food supply, as well as providing medicine, dye plants and household essentials, such as soap ingredients and bedding. Only the very rich could afford a garden full of purely decorative flowers, with wide lawns to walk on. … Continue reading "Our Paradise Gardens"| Hearth Witchery
USES edulis – edible esculenta – edible odorata – fragrant odoratissima – very fragrant officinalis – medicinal uses officinarum – medicinal uses COLOURS alba – white argentea – silvery aurantiaca – orange aurea – golden azurea – blue caerulea – blue castanea – chestnut brown chrysantha – yellow coccinea – red coerulea – blue flava – yellow fusca – dark brown incana – greyish-white incarnata – flesh-coloured lutea – yellow macul...| Hearth Witchery
This cold and flu season, make up a jar of this probiotic-rich fermented honey garlic. It is easy to put together and fantastic for boosting your immune system. At WholeMade Homestead our family is always trying to use as many natural remedies and real whole foods as possible. For instance, just the other day my […] The post Fermented Honey Garlic appeared first on WholeMade Homestead.| WholeMade Homestead
Opening children up to a world of wonder, nourishment, and magic can be as simple as introducing them to the plants that grow in your backyard. Learning how to sink in, slow down, and listen to the plants is both inspiring and grounding.| Mountain Rose Blog
I always look forward to finding horse chestnuts (Aesculus hippocastanum) in autumn, the shiny brown ‘conkers’ once beloved by schoolchildren for their games, but they are much more useful than that. The tree is so named because the nuts used to be made into liniments to treat muscle sprains in horses. They contain aescin, a … Continue reading "Horse Chestnut Salve"| Hearth Witchery
Discover Ayurveda’s six tastes—sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, astringent—and learn how they bring balance to digestion, mood, and energy.| AT THE CORE
If you’re looking for a self-care autumn treat, you’ll love making this DIY Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub. This indulgent concoction not only brings the warm, inviting aroma of pumpkin spice into your self-care routine but also transforms your skin, leaving it soft, glowing, and rejuvenated. Sugar gently exfoliates away dry, dull skin, while cinnamon, nutmeg,... The post DIY Exfoliating Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub Bar appeared first on A Farm to Keep.| A Farm to Keep
Before yanking out the next patch of lambsquarter you find in your yard or garden, consider trying one of the many edible and medicinal uses of this "super weed."| Chelsea Green Publishing
Learn how to make rose & clay scrubs and masks with Ayurvedic secrets for adding honey, yogurt, aloe, and more.| AT THE CORE
Herbs are a natural, effective way to heal & nourish the body. Let's go over the steps for how to make herb-infused oils for natural remedies.| A Farm to Keep
This gift guide for herbalists will give you all kinds of ideas for the holiday and Christmas season. Find ideas for apothecary herbs, teas, herbal supplies, books and more. You’ll find the perfect holiday gift for the aspiring herbalist in your life! If you have a friend or loved one who is interested in herbalism,... Read More » The post Gift Guide for Herbalists: Herbs, Teas, Supplies, Books & More! appeared first on Grow Forage Cook Ferment.| Grow Forage Cook Ferment
TWO OF SWORDS The card shows a moody landscape of pools and rocks, where two women are quarrelling and batting at each other with wooden swords. The younger one is thee Vanir goddess Freya, mistres…| Hearth Witchery
Yes, you heard me right – fuchsia jam! Many of us grow fuchsias in our gardens, but did you know that from the flowers to the berries, every part of the fuchsia is edible? You can add the flowers t…| Hearth Witchery
For many neurodivergent folks, balancing the nervous system between hyper and hypo arousal can be a challenge. Herbalist Brynna Herbener shares how aphrodisiac herbs can be supportive outside the bedroom, and specifically for this nervous system pattern.| blog.mountainroseherbs.com
Whether it's herbal courses, workshops, or self-study with a great herbal, there's always something to learn in this green world! I am excited to share some of my most favourite herbal books with you. I confess that I probably own 100+ herbals but I have picked out 20+ wonderful herbals just for you! Purchase the... Read More The post Favourite Herbal books for you! appeared first on Studio Botanica.| Studio Botanica
Storing food is an essential part of the homesteading lifestyle. In this article, learn the 10 best ways to preserve food at home whether you’re growing it in your garden or purchasing it from a local farmer. Get tips, tricks, safety recommendations and lots of tried and true resources and tools from a seasoned homesteader. […] The post 10 Ways to Preserve Food at Home appeared first on WholeMade Homestead.| WholeMade Homestead
Lemon balm soothes and heals, from skin ailments to stomach troubles. It's also a versatile addition to recipes. We'll share benefits and uses of this lovely lemony plant.| Common Sense Home
A beautiful herbal tea-for-one recipe to delight in the treasure of solitude, and the luxury of having space to oneself in this last month of winter| Ginger Tonic Botanicals
This pine salve is made with infused pine oil that will moisturize and heal winter skin ailments and has aromatherapy benefits, too!| Grow Forage Cook Ferment
A step-by-step guide to making the best herbal tea recipes at home for your own personal health goals and needs. The post How To Make The Best Herbal Tea Recipes At Home appeared first on Madre by Megan.| Madre by Megan
Making pine needle tea is one of the best and easiest ways to use your foraged conifer needles for medicinal purposes, and it's delicious!| Grow Forage Cook Ferment
This recipe for pine lotion bars is perfect for moisturizing dry winter skin, make wonderful gifts, and smell like a walk through the forest!| Grow Forage Cook Ferment
The top question I get on my blog and Instagram is "What are my recommended herbalism books to get started?". Here's what I recommend.| My Tiny Laguna Kitchen
