My daughter is growing stevia in the garden this year and we’ve been discussing how to use it, preserve it and all that. Natural Alternative Better than Kool-Aid I found this natural Kool-Aid alternative post from Deep Roots at Home and recently sent the ingredients to my daughter to try. I was able to buy dried […]
All Natural Bug Repellent
It’s that time of year again…summer break, holiday cookouts, outdoor sports gearing up, and generally everyone spending more time outdoors. It’s also the time of year when bugs are more pesky. Here is an all natural bug repellent recipe that is suitable for children and those with sensitive skin. All Natural Bug Repellent Recipe A clean spray bottle […]
4 Easy Steps to Making All Natural Deodorant
Until recently I never thought about making all natural deodorant. Sure, I’ve had successes with homemade shampoos, and essential oils to treat anything from minor cuts, burns and bug bites to a homemade anti-wrinkle cream to pain relief blend and more (hint, hint: future post alerts!) . But anywhere you get good performing, all natural options […]
7 Essential Oils for Combatting Influenza
In case you need a quick reminder, influenza is a very contagious, viral infection of the upper respiratory system. Symptoms typically come on suddenly, and can include a high fever (100 degrees or more) or feeling feverish/chills (not everyone gets a full-on fever), dry cough, sore throat, severe muscle and joint aches and pains and […]
Skin Soothing Essential Oil Blend for Dogs
Here is a simple skin soothing essential oil blend for dogs, especially with skin allergies, to calm and cool itchy skin. This can be used to reduce scratching before they turn into weeping, open sores, commonly known as ‘hot spots’ that are prone to infection, which you really want to avoid. Also included are two […]
Dog Seasonal Allergy Recipe
If you’ve ever struggled with a dog with seasonal allergies, you can relate to this post. Here is an essential oil recipe that you can use as an alternative to Prednisone. We like to be as much a drug-free home as possible, so over the years I’ve searched (and bought) a lot of dog-friendly […]
God the Original Aromatherapist
He causes the grass to grow for the cattle, and vegetation for the service of man, that he may bring forth food from the earth. Psalms 104:14 It is full-on spring, summer is just around the corner, the mornings are cool and crisp. and my favorite tree is in full bloom! It is full of […]
