Category Archives: Herbs

Natural Common Cold Remedies

May 25, 2011 | No comments

To help fight the viral infection that causes the common cold, our favorite go to remedy is Garlic, Goldenseal and Echinacea. Golden seal is a natural choice because it's loaded with berberine, a botanical antibiotic. Make an infusion from a teaspoon of dried goldenseal and hot water. Let the mixture...

Making an Infusion

June 17, 2010 | 6 comments

An infusion is made by pouring boiling water over an amount of the herb, to extract the properties. It is suitable for leaves and flowers, whose parts are easily extracted. 1. Place the herb in a tea pot with a close-fitting lid. Pour in boiling water. Leave to infuse for...

Making A Cold Oil Infusion

June 16, 2010 | No comments

Some plants contain important medicianl oils which are highly volatile, i.e. they escape with heat, and a cold oil infusion retains their properties much more successfully. 1. Pack a large jar with the herb and cover with oil. Seal and leave in a sunny sopt for two weeks. 2. Pour...

Chamomile

June 16, 2010 | No comments

Chamomile Chamomile has a long history of use in Europe for digestive ailments. The active constiuents of chamomile have anti-inflammatory properties, and ease spasm and discomfort in the digestive tract. Indigestion Anxiety Insomnia Canker sores Colic Conjunctivitis, eye irritations Crohn’s disease Diarrhea Eczema Gingivitis Hemorrhoids Menstrual disorders Migraine Irritable bowel...

Eucalyptus Oil

June 16, 2010 | No comments

Koalas would never tell! Eucalyptus oil is a useful addition to your natural household pantry. It’s an effective disinfectant and deodorizer, gets rid of stains such as ink and grease, repels certain insects, and even attacks rust! Scrub away!...