Category Archives: Healthy Lifestyles

Natural Splinter Remedy

May 10, 2012 | No comments

Natural Splinter Remedy 1 teaspoon ( 5 ml) baking soda 1 to 2 drops lavender essential oil Water, to make a paste Finding a splinter in the tender skin of your finger or foot is definitely unpleasant, but fortunately most splinters eventually come out on their own. However, if...

Rosemary Muscle Rub Remedy

May 9, 2012 | No comments

Rosemary Muscle Rub Remedy 1/4 cup (60 ml) almond oil 15 drops rosemary essential oil 10 drops juniper essential oil 10 drops wintergreen essential oil You can call upon the restorative power of herbs to help work out the occasional soreness related to muscle cramps. This particular combination draws...

Quick Chamomile Poultice for Minor Cuts and Scrapes Remedy

May 9, 2012 | No comments

Quick Chamomile Poultice for Minor Cuts and Scrapes Remedy 1 chamomile tea bag 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) warm water In Europe, chamomile is considered a cure-all herb; in Germany, it is commonly referred to as alles zutraut, which translates to "capable of anything.: Even...

Natural Insect Bite Oil

May 9, 2012 | No comments

Natural Insect Bite Oil 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil 1 teaspoon (5 ml) lavender essential oil For minor bug bites and the irritating itch that accompanies them, consider carrying this lavender-based insect bite oil with you the next time you venture into the great outdoors. This folkloric...

Echinacea Bee Sting Remedy

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Echinacea Bee Sting Remedy 1 teaspoon (5 ml) green clay powder 1 teaspoon (5 ml) distilled water 1 teaspoon (5 ml) echinacea tincture Herbal experts credit a dab of clay on a bee sting for providing a quick natural means to instant, cooling relief. As the clay dries,...