Farm Life in Maine and New Hampshire
Healing From Nature Did you know from weeds such as the common dandelion to easily grown flowers such as calendula or mint, you can have a natural medicine chest growing in your own backyard? Below you will find a list of 10 common weeds and garden herbs that you can plant and harvest right out of your garden. If not in your garden, then these healing herbs can be found on a … [Read more...]
St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) has been used for centuries as both a healing herb. It has been nicknamed the wonder herb by many of the herbalists of history. It can be used both internally, as well as externally. It was once even used in magical rituals. It is also known in some areas as goatweed, Klamath weed, Tipton's weed, Rosin Rose and Chase Devil, or Devil … [Read more...]
What is Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? Rheumatoid arthritis, which also goes by the name RA, is a long-term condition that leads to inflammation of the joints. It can also affect the surrounding tissues. It has been know to affect other organs as well, but it is not as common. RA, while it can occur at any age, it is more common during middle age. It affects woman much more … [Read more...]
During the 1930's Dr. Edward Bach discovered the gentle healing power of plants. There are 38 flower remedies, and the healing powers are directed to a particular emotional state or characteristic of that state. The remedies are used as a natural therapy in relieving any emotional states that are negative in the mind. The Bach Flower remedies are safe, and easy to use. To … [Read more...]
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...]
Herbs are nature's gifts to help us heal. But, not everyone should be taking herbs. People with any kind of auto immune disease or disorder should be careful about which herbs they take. Read on for a list of autoimmune diseases, and the herbs you should avoid if you have an autoimmune disease. Definition of Autoimmune Disease An Autoimmune disease is a condition that … [Read more...]
A Wonderful "Weed" To Let Grow Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) is a common plant that grows in meadows. It is a member of the legume family. Red clover is well known by it's beautiful purple blossoms. While it can be used internally for coughs, upper respiratory health issues. Red Clover oil is a wonderful herb for healing eczema and psoriasis. Red Clover grows is most … [Read more...]
Lemon balm herb, also called Melissa, has been used by herbalists, and herbal healers for thousands of years. It is equally popular today as it was during medieval times. The name Melissa comes from the Latin name Melissa Officinalis. Lemon balm is a member of the mint family of plants, and is easily grown in any garden. Pliny the Elder Gaius Plinius Secundus, better known as … [Read more...]
A simple, yet delicious condiment. This recipe takes very little time to make, yet the results are purely delicious. You can melt a little, and drizzle onto your favorite vegetables. The butter flavor mixed with the lemon will make your vegetables pop in your mouth with pure deliciousness. It is simply delicious with asparagus on toast. Spread on the butter, and top with … [Read more...]
Herbs & Herbal Natural Treatments for Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a common diagnosis in women between the ages of 20-50. It consists of body wide pain, tender joints, and muscle pain and stiffness. No known cause for fibromyalgia has been determined. Possible causes are physical or emotional trauma, or virus. No virus has been linked to the disease. Fibromyalgia can … [Read more...]
