Homemade Natural Mouthwash
I was making out the grocery list recently and noticed that my oversized bottle of store-bought mouthwash (begins with Sc…) was nearly empty. Now, I buy this particular brand because I know for sure it is gluten-free. Photo credit: Meagan of Growing Up Herbal (please...
How To Make Your Own Elderberry Syrup
Elderberry Syrup is a great natural remedy for colds and flu. Elderberries are high in vitamins A, B, and C and help support a healthy immune system. Research shows that elderberry syrup can reduce the the length and severity of the cold and flu (this study). Also,...
The Best Natural and DIY Gift-Making Supplies
If you’re like me, you’re sick of consumerism taking over the holiday season, so you’re making as many gifts as you can this year. And if you’re really like me, then you’ve still got a loooooooong to-make list. Making your own gifts is a...
Homemade Shampoo with Essential Oils
If you would have told me 10 years ago that I would one day whip up recipes for homemade shampoo, I would have laughed at you and said, “No way.” But a funny thing happens when you become interested in living more naturally. First, you start reading...
Essential Oils for Happy Toes & Feet
My youngest brother has dealt with unhappy toes for several years now. Almost a decade, actually. That’s a long time to deal with itchy, burny toes and feet. Like many people, he tried various creams for his angry little toes (ok, they’re not so...Hi, I’m Nina
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