Cucumbers have to be one of my family's favorite garden-grown goodies. They are a healthy snack on their own, or a great addition to a meal. They are known as a cooling food that is high in water content, but they also contain some valuable nutrients, and even some anti-oxidants. … [Read more...]
Soup Recipes for a Healthier Life – Spiced Citrus Bean Soup Recipe
Many individuals aspire to be healthier. The most successful way to achieve improved health is through addressing small areas which could be improved, one at a time (instead of trying to overhaul your life, which usually ends in failure/relapse). In an attempt to be healthier, … [Read more...]
Body Wash Recipe – A “Clean” Way to Clean Your Skin
As I have shared in my About Me section of my blog, I used to make and sell bath salts and body oils and other herbal products. One of my goals was to sell great smelling, “clean” products that were as good for your skin as they were nice to use. One of my motivations for … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Calendula Oil – Calendula Nature’s Incredible Healer
Read on to discover something no household should be without - Calendula Oil The humble plant calendula officinalis (or pot marigold) happens to have a long history, centuries actually, of healing. Believe it or not, many plants that are common to gardens - or are considered … [Read more...]