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Did you know that the average child will get anywhere from 6-12 colds a year! Holy cow! That’s a lot of colds to deal with, and that’s only with one kid! Thankfully there’s help in the form of safe, gentle herbs. Today I’m sharing how I prepare lemon ginger tea to help nip a cold […]

Today I’m changing things up a bit and doing something a tad out of the ordinary. I’m getting a bit more personal than I normally do. A reader recently told me they’d like to see more personal posts so they can get to know me better… posts about my daily life. So here’s the start of something a […]

Kids come down with coughs for all sorts of reasons. Wouldn’t it be great to have a tasty, effective cough remedy that you could quickly make and have on hand in about an hour? I think so. Today I’m sharing my recipe for Mint-licious Herbal Cough Syrup. There are tons of great cough syrup recipes in […]

Mushrooms are for more than adding to soups and side dishes. They are a food that provides the body not only with nutrients, but also with therapeutic benefits as well. Modern science is beginning to reveal all the different ways these mushrooms are beneficial to the body. There are mushrooms that destroy viruses, bacteria, and yeast. […]

I’m a homeschool mom, and when it comes to teaching my kids things, I’ve found that hands-on activities are remembered way more than reading about things in a book… unless it’s a story. Stories are memorable. I’m also a very busy mom. I have a lot going on, and I recognize that my kids are growing up way too fast. That […]

Elderberry syrup is a staple in most natural homes as fall approaches. This is because elderberries are known to stimulate the immune system and help the body better defend itself against germs it comes into contact with. It’s great for all ages, and it’s definitely not one of those preparations you have to force your […]