Eat Your Summer Lawn

In March, we talked about eating our spring lawns.  Here we are into summer and I don’t know about yours, but my lawn has exploded.  Here are some of my favorite yard goodies available to us here in southern Indiana right now:   Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) My favorite use of Red Clover is with […]

Travel Tips

I have done some traveling the past couple of weekends and have been reflecting on ways I could stay a bit healthier when out of town. Usually when packing up, there are so many things to take care of: watering plants, taking pets for boarding, arranging someone to bring in the mail, etc., and I […]

5 of My Favorite Herbs to Grow

As I sit here typing, there is a light spring rain.  My little garden seedlings look green and happy for the drink. It was a beautiful weekend and I saw a lot of gardening going on in yards across town.  I thought today I would share with you 5 of my favorite herbs to grow, […]

You Can Make Your Own Herbal Teas

When using herbs for medicinal purposes, we must prepare them properly.   Herbal infusion from leaves or flowers: Use 1 T. dry herbs per cup of water (use a single herb or blend a few together) Directions: Use a coffee press or Mason jar with tight fitting lid. Place herbs into container. Pour boiling water over the […]

Eat Your Spring Lawn

Here in Indiana, we are beginning to see the green return to our lawns. With that green are some important medicinal plants we should not ignore.  One of the first spring green plants to arrive is dandelion.  Yes, those pesky plants that seed so easily and many work very hard to eradicate. Dandelions are full of vitamins and minerals, especially vitamins A, C, and K […]

5 Easy Tips to Help You Feel Healthy this Spring

1. Eat more greens! Begin eating more salads and other greens of the season, such as kale, collards, and broccoli. 2. Skin brushing. Use a loofah or natural bristle brush to stimulate the skin.  This will rid the skin of old cells, generate new cells, and assist the natural detoxing of the skin. 3. Start a new fitness program. Get out there and walk.  Set a […]