Staying well during the cold winter months can be a challenge. The close proximity of crowds of people in unventilated areas and the overabundance of germs residing on every public surface area is enough to bowl over even the most resilient individuals. It just seems like no matter how much homemade hand sanitizer you […]
Cold and Flu
Cold and Flu Bath Concentrate
When you’re down for the count, one of the best things you can do to feel better is sink into a hot bath. And not just any bath! How about one that’s infused with immune boosting, germ killing, muscle soothing, and respiratory cleansing essential oils? If that sounds like just the ticket, then you’re in […]
12 Ways to Feel Better During a Cold or Flu
Sometimes, no matter how many remedies we use, how many supplements we take, or how many preventative measures we stick to, we still come down with the latest bout of cold or flu. It’s not that we were negligent in our efforts to stay well, it’s just that sometimes there really just isn’t anything you […]
5 Reasons You Need a Humidifier to Improve Your Health
As cooler weather approaches, so too does cold and flu season. Germs circulate more easily in the closed spaces of our homes, the air becomes cold and dry, and our sinuses and skin are more susceptible to irritation. It’s for times like these that having a good humidifier can make all the difference in your […]
Four Thieves Foaming Hand Soap Recipe
Making my own delicious fall inspired body care recipes is one of my favorite things this time of year. Fall is when you get to wear leggings and chunky sweaters, sip on a London Fog and pumpkin lattes, and curl up under heavy blankets to stave off the chill. It’s also the season of DIY […]
How to Make an Elderberry Elixir
Elderberry elixir – sounds fancy, doesn’t it? Maybe even a bit magical? Well, you would be right! In Medieval times, an elixir was a preparation that was supposedly able to change metals into gold or prolong life indefinitely. Today it’s an aromatic solution of alcohol and honey that is used as a vehicle for medicinal […]