Farm Life in Maine and New Hampshire
PMS (pre-menstrual syndrome) has a wide variety of symptoms. You don't have to let these symptoms control your life. Herbal treatments and some lifestyle changes can help you reduce and manage your symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. Herbs to Help Manage PMS Black Haw (Viburnum prunifolium) has been used for thousands of years to treat menstrual cramps. It was used by the … [Read more...]
Lack of sleep, crying, age, and even salt can cause those little pouches under your eye to fill with fluid. Whatever the cause, no one wants to look in the mirror and see them. Using these simple natural home remedies, you can banish tired and puffy eyes forever. Instant Relief Walk over to your cupboard, grab a couple of tea bags and let's make some tea. We won't be … [Read more...]
Chamomile has been used for centuries as a healing herb, both internally and externally. Chamomile (Chamomilla recutita) is a great herb to have on hand in an all natural first aid kit. Chamomile grows all around the world. It is sown by seed in spring. The flower heads are picked in summer and then dried. Once dry, be sure to keep the dried herb out of direct light. A paper … [Read more...]
Herb of the Week: Chamomile When you mention Chamomile, most people will automatically think of having it as a relaxing tea. While, this is true, because it is a natural mild sedative, chamomile (Chamomilla recutita) is also a wonderful herb for healing rough or dry winter skin.The healing properties of chamomile come from the flowers, which contain the volatile oils. These … [Read more...]
Pineapple weed (Matricarla discoidea ), is a wild relative of chamomile (Matricaria recutia) that has been used in folk medicine for many years. Also called disc mayweed, pineapple weed is easy to find, and a great alternative to its herbal cousin, chamomile. … [Read more...]
