Compounding: The Basis of Herbal Healing

Americans pride themselves on being ahead of the rest of the world when it comes to scientific and medical advances, but although the US market for botanicals and herbal medicines is rapidly growing...

Companion Planting Don'ts

As companion planting creates a beneficial bond or "friendship" between plants in the garden , there are also plants that pose as foes to other crops. These plants may hinder or stop growth as they...

Cinnamon vs. Cold Season

Science is learning that essential oils offer more than just comforting scents. These plant-based oils may be able to kick colds and other bacteria to the curb. Cinnamon bark , for...

Indoor Air Alert

Newer homes are airtight to save energy, but this prevents a healthy exchange between stale indoor and fresh outdoor air, so run ventilating fans in the bathroom and kitchen to prevent mold and air...

Is Your Pet Trying To Tell You Something?

When we're in pain, we can usually identify what hurts and how to treat it. Pets try to tell us when they're hurting too, but it isn't always easy for us to pinpoint what's wrong. If you're seeing...

Ready, Set, Learn! Back-to-School Nutrition

"Study after study shows that you can increase intelligence, attention span, concentration, problem-solving ability, emotional response, mood, physical coordination--all the facets of intelligence--...

Low Magnesium Levels Predictor of Heart Disease

A review of cardiovascular disease research studies dating back to 1937 finds that low magnesium levels are a chief predictor of heart disease. Scientist Andrea Rosanoff, PhD, who conducted the...

Sipping Iced Tea for Health Benefits

Except for water, tea is the most popular beverage in the world. It's no wonder, with so many different kinds from which to choose. Three main categories--green, black, and oolong--comprise 3,000...

Lucky Plants and Crops

Black Eyed Peas It is thought that the consumption of black eyed peas may create prosperity. Many have consumed the peas traditionally on New Year's, believing that this will create prosperity in the...

Make the Switch: Organic & Natural Pet Care

Here are some things to keep in mind. If a product features a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Organic seal, it means that the pet food was made without the use of pesticides,...

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