Mint is an ancient herb that was prevalent in medieval herb gardens; its use both as a herb and as an oil is not new. However, it might be that different types of mints were used for different conditions and purposes, as there is more than one type of mint species that has medicinal uses. […]
Health Benefits of Black Beans & How to Cook Black Beans
July 28, 2011 by · 1 Comment
In other parts of the world, beans are a staple item. In fact, the Brazilian Food Pyramid actually has a section devoted to beans. Why are beans consumed all over the world? Basically, they are really good for you; and they are cheap. The Black bean, or black turtle bean, is a variety of the […]
Canning And Freezing Greens
July 21, 2011 by · 1 Comment
If I could grow only one thing in my garden, I’d have to choose greens. Now, if I had to narrow that down to a specific variety, I’d be in trouble. But if I could grow just greens, I would have an endless variety—spinach, kale, collards, Swiss chard, beet tops, cabbage, lettuce, and more. And […]
An Introduction to Pilates
July 18, 2011 by · 1 Comment
Pilates is a relatively new form of exercise in comparison to yoga; however, pilates has many benefits in its own right and might be a more suitable form of exercise for some people than yoga. It can be practiced by nearly everyone, no matter how old or young you are; in fact, many people who […]
How to Properly Collect and Store Eggs
July 14, 2011 by · 5 Comments
So, you purchased your hens and they are starting to lay. But the eggs are a little messy when you bring them in. Should you scrub them with antibacterial soap? What about the eggs that you found in a pile behind the hen house—how do you know they are okay to eat? You cracked an […]
Beeswax In Skin Care Products
July 11, 2011 by · 4 Comments
Beeswax is a natural ingredient that has several therapeutic properties. You can find it in skincare products such as lip balms, butters and lotions; centuries ago, before the development of paraffin candles, beeswax candles were commonplace too. Today, churches still use beeswax candles. If you are making your own natural skincare products, you might want […]
Benefits of Himalayan Salt Crystal Lamps
July 8, 2011 by · 3 Comments
I always get excited when the UPS man drops a box off at my door, but today was extra good because the box contained a long-awaited Himalayan Salt Lamp. I have been wanting one for a while, but just never got around to purchasing one. Thankfully, the nice folks from YourSaltLamps.com offered to donate one […]
