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Natural Alternatives to Deadly Prescription Opiates
Prescription drugs kill nearly fifteen times as many Americans per year than the casualty toll of domestic terrorist attacks from over thirteen years combined, but still natural alternatives are suppressed and maligned despite a growing body of evidence supporting their far greater safety and efficacy Continue reading
25 Cancer Stem Cell Killing Foods Smarter Than Chemo & Radiation
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Scented Candle Herb Plants – Learn About Using Plants In Candles
Do you enjoy the fragrance of air fresheners or commercially manufactured scented candles, but worry the chemicals in these products may be affecting your health and that of your loved ones? The good news is you can have these flower fresh scents and preserve your well-being. Continue reading
Best Essential Oils to Reduce Stress
Aloe vera, apple cider vinegar and more: 12 Natural remedies for poison ivy
According to the American Skin Association, allergic reactions caused by poison ivy and similar plants affect a whopping 50 million people in America annually. If you’re suffering from poison ivy rash, use natural remedies like aloe vera or oatmeal to relieve your condition. (h/t to HomesteadSurvivalSite.com) Continue reading
Study Finds Essential Oils May Improve Cognitive Functioning in Alzheimer’s Patients!
Alzheimer’s Disease is the only cause of death in the top ten that cannot be prevented or cured. For many families, a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease is more devastating than any other diagnosis.(1) Many people are searching for holistic options that may help improve symptoms or slow progression of the disease. Continue reading
9 Plants that Repel Pesky Insects
The joys of spending time outdoors are often quickly overrun with the buzzing and biting of annoying insects, and some will attack and ruin garden vegetables as well. Experienced gardeners know that planting certain decorative plants and herbs alongside crops help to repel many insects and protect plants from damage, Continue reading
7 Underrated Medicinal Plants
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The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 80 percent of the world’s population still uses traditional remedies, including plants, as their primary health care tools Continue reading
Repel ticks with this natural oil
With summer in full bloom and more and more cases of Lyme disease being reported, many are searching for ways to repel ticks without having to resort to harsh chemicals. Luckily, there is one sweet-smelling alternative that is proving to be quite powerful in the fight against this growing concern. Continue reading
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When I was in high school, I took an entrepreneurship class. For the final project, my partner and I had to construct a business proposal and present it to the class and some guest judges. Continue reading
23 Natural Alternatives for Depression
Many people have struggled with feelings of depression, feelings of general sadness, or intense sorrow and grief. Plant products have historically been consumed and utilized for their nutritive and holistic benefits. Many plant materials are being researched for their therapeutic value for our mental health. Here are 23 natural substances which Continue reading
Chamomile Proven to Fight Anxiety and Clinical Depression
Recent clinical and laboratory research has determined that chamomile is not only relaxing, but it can significantly decrease anxiety and even fight depression.
The most recent study, from the UK’s University of Nottingham Medical School, found that chamomile significantly relaxed blood vessels and smooth muscle fibers. This effect was indicated specifically with Continue reading
How to Prevent and Treat Insect Bites Without Harsh Chemicals
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Preventive measures to avoid getting bit by insects such as mosquitoes include: avoiding the outdoors at dawn and dusk—especially when sweaty—draining stagnant water sources, planting marigolds around your yard, installing bat boxes Continue reading