Monday, December 1, 2014

How To Make A Powerful Allergy Relieving Syrup

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Today I have an even more potent recipe from Amy who was told by her allergist that if there was a prize for being the most allergic, she would win!
This recipe is for a potent syrup which includes elderberries, local honey and apple cider vinegar. One tablespoon of this syrup daily helps to relieve allergies – plus it has the added benefit of protecting against cold and flu.

Monday, November 24, 2014

Holiday Differser Scents



Diffuse the holidays with these lovely essential oil scent blends—perfect for your essential oil diffuser at this time of year! Go to HumbleBee& Me for the scent mixes.

How To Heal Acne Scars Naturally

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There’s plenty of comments on this post that assure you this will work. i think the key to any of these regimines is consistency. It may take 1 to 3 months of weekly application before something like this will start showing results.
If you have been struggling to find a solution for your acne scars… this just may be the “secret” you have been looking for.
See the very short but simple recipe, click the link below.

How To Make A Rose Water Toner

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A rose water toner is soothing and nourishing, toning and rejuvenating, helps to set makeup, heals sunburn and wounds and helps to balance your skin.
It is also so simple to make – you just need some rose hips and some distilled water – and then check out the full tutorial below…

Friday, November 21, 2014

Homemade Oatmeal Scrub For Dry Skin

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If you have ever made oatmeal in the microwave and it boiled over and got all over the side of your bowl, you know that it leaves it almost slimy feeling. Well, now that’s a good thing. We can take that same power and put it towards soothing our dry skin.
This is a really simple but effective DIY solution.
Grab the full tutorial here…

How To Make A Hot Tiger Balm Massage Bar

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Tiger balm was originally developed in the the late 1800s to ease pain – especially from sore muscles. It originally contained tiger bone (hence the name!) but is now a unique and “secret herbal formulation”.
Try the below fantastic new recipe from Marie at HumbleBeeAndMe.com for a homemade hot tiger balm massage bar.

10 DIY CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS



Need some homemade Christmas gift ideas? Here's 10, plus recipes! Head over to HumbleBee & Me.

6 Home Remedies For Natural Baby Care

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Commercially available baby care products, despite marketing themselves as being “kind and gentle”, are often full of toxic chemicals that should not be applied to the soft and delicate skin of your baby.
Luckily, there are lots of natural and home remedies that you can use to replace many of the store-bought products available and Emily from LiveRenewed.com has put together a fantastic post revealing six home remedies you can use to treat things like diaper rash, cradle cap, colic and teething.

Thursday, November 20, 2014

How To Make A Homemade Pain Relieving Cream

How To Make Your Own Pain Relieving CreamJillee (and her son) from OneGoodThingByJillee.com have a recipe for a homemade pain relief cream free of chemicals and full of natural good stuff, including camphor oil, peppermint oil and eucalyptus oil.
It also contains coconut oil which has the added benefit of moisturizing your skin so not only can you naturally relieve pain, you can also nourish your skin!
Ready for the recipe?

How To Make A Pain Relieving Cream

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

25 Ideas, Herbs And Essential Oils To Help You Quit Smoking

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It’s time to start making new resolutions – and one of the most common is to quit smoking.
This fantastic article is here to help with that! It includes general ideas to make quitting easier, it rounds up some of the most effective herbs that can cut cravings and it includes a number of essential oils found to aid the withdrawal symptoms.
To see all 25 quit smoking ideas, visit FrugallySustainable.com here…

Monday, November 17, 2014

How To Make A Herbal Sleep Aid

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Andrea from FrugallySustainable.com has created this wonderful herbal tincture that is really simple to make comprising just four ingredients: Valerian root (the real secret of the recipe), hop flowers, vegetable glycerin and water.
Ready to sleep like a baby? Get the full recipe for the herbal tincture…

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

No Peel Crockpot Applesauce Recipe

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With just a few items that you already have you can make a scrumptious applesauce that everyone will love.
All you have to do is pop all of your ingredients into the crockpot and wait for them to be cooked then you can enjoy this treat either hot or cold.
The full recipe can be found over on sewcreativeblog.com here…

How To Make Calcium From Eggshells (& Why You’d Want To!)

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According to a recent study, 90% of women, 70% of men and 60% of teens don’t consume the recommended amount of calcium. If your body isn’t getting enough, then it simply pulls calcium from your teeth and bones – and we all know that this is not a good thing!
We often need more calcium than our diet can provide, so many people turn to a supplement to up their dosage – but as we all know FOOD is the best source of minerals.
And that’s why this homemade calcium from eggshells is such a fantastic idea.

Why Rosehip Seed Oil Is My Skincare Superstar

Why Rosehip Seed Oil Is My Skincare Superstar

Nicole over at Pumpsandiron.com swears by rosehip oil and raves about what it can offer. She uses this oil particularly to help keep her sun loving skin healthy. It has a beautiful scent and is generally a wonderful oil to use, it has great versatility!
It’s rich in vitamins, helps fad fine lines and wrinkles and even corrects UV damage caused by the sun. Nicole shares her daily routine and how she incorporates this oil into her beauty regime so others can also reap it’s benefits!
Head over to her website now, to check out the complete article…

Why Rosehip Seed Oil Is My Skincare Superstar

DIY Scented Plugin With Essential Oils

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Plug-in air fresheners are not good for our homes. Like most commercial air “fresheners” they contain toxic chemicals that can be dangerous to our health.
Just some of the side effects of these products include: infertility, headaches, nervous system disorders, memory loss and even cancer.
But, luckily, I just came across a fantastic tutorial which reveals how to get rid of this horrible toxic liquid and replace it with health giving, wonderfully fragrant, toxin free essential oils.
Want to try this for yourself? Here’s the tutorial…

Friday, October 31, 2014

Homemade Pain Relief Lotion Bars

Homemade Pain Relief Lotion Bars

Have you had a hard day and got sore or tired muscles? Then we have the perfect solution for you! These DIY pain relief solid lotion bars are packed full of ingredients that help to relieve pain on your body.
These are lotion bars – not soap – and are not intended for bathing use! Use these bars in the same way as a moisturizing / massage lotion – only they are solid. However, a little will melt to the touch, so the idea is that you apply them to the area you want to moisturize or treat. Check out this great article from wellnessmama.com below…

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Herbal Cures For Sinus Infection

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Sinuses are pores between the eye region, which protect us from breathing in harmful substances and dirt. When these pores get filled with fluids however, they get infested with bacteria, which in turn give rise to nasal infection called sinus infection. Now, sinus infection can cause a whole lot of problems, starting from severe headaches to bad colds to pain in the eye region.
An effective way of curing sinus infection is using home remedies made from ingredients fresh out of the kitchen.
Check out the full blog to find out more about these home remedies.

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

How To Make Your Own Smudge Sticks

How To Make Your Own Smudge Sticks

Smudge sticks are tightly bound bundles of dry, woody, resinous herbs that are slowly burned to purify the air. It’s also a great way to bring the wonderful woodsy scents into your home.
It’s really easy to make your own at home (and to grow your own) and this tutorial will show you how.
Visit YouGrowGirl.com below to find out how…

How To Make Your Own Smudge Sticks

Homemade Cold Sore Healing Lip Balm Recipe

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There are cases when health issues would breakout in cold sores. We found the perfect DIY herbal remedy that worked!
This tutorial explains how you can make lemon balm infused with oil. This uses lemon balm infused oil, Shea butter, other oils, essential oil and more. The process of preparing this one is very simple.
This works not only on cold sores, it can also heal minor scrapes and dry skin.
You can store them in small metal tins for lip balm.
Click the link for the instructions.

Homemade Tea Tree Soap Recipe

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Benefits from Tea Tree Oil:
– Antiseptic
– Anti-fungal
– Antibacterial
– Popular and effective treatment for common skin conditions
This DIY project uses various oils, tea tree essential oil, lye and water. The tutorial is very easy to follow.
What we really love about this is that there are percentages needed for each ingredient. It is very, very helpful, especially if you are new to making soap.
Click the link for the instructions.

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

How To Make A Winter Sore Throat Tea

How To Make A Winter Sore Throat Tea

You may have seen the above image before? There was a period of time a few months ago when this image was all over Facebook. It seemed every single page was sharing the recipe and the updates were getting so many likes, comments and shares.
This suggests to me that people LOVE this recipe so I thought I should share it, too!
It is such a simple recipe and is great for keeping cold and flu at bay – or fighting it off if you’ve already caught it.
Here’s how it works and how to make it…

How To Make A Winter Sore Throat Tea

Aloe Vera Cleanser

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Aloe Vera is one of nature’s most powerful ingredients for use in our beauty regime.
From SweetRoots.Blogspot.com…
Aloe Vera is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and soothing. It can help prevent scars and contains salicylic acid which helps combat acne. It also helps to improve the elasticity of skin, preventing wrinkles.
This Aloe Vera Cleanser is really easy to make and it will work wonders for your skin.

Homemade Peppermint Extract

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Extracts aren’t always cheap so making your own at home is a great idea – especially when you consider just how easy they are. In this post I’m going to share a recipe from WholeNaturalLife.com for making your own homemade peppermint extract.
Not only does peppermint extract provide a wonderful additional flavor to things like chocolate, it also contains a number of health benefits. For example, it helps to relieve pain, calms irritable bowels, eases an upset stomach, fights bad breath and is rich in antioxidants.
Ready for the peppermint extract recipe? Find out how to make it here…

DIY 50 Hour Survival Candles

DIY Survival Candles

When you think of all the must-haves for any emergency survival kit, candles are at the top of that list! They’re a great source of lighting as well as giving off that little bit of heat…but if you buy the store bought versions, they can be a big expense!
This fantastic tutorial, from teotwawki-blog.com, will instruct you on how to create your own long-lasting (up to 50 hours!) survival candles. Using just a few simple materials, these homemade alternatives are easy to make and you won’t have to spend a fortune to do it!
Check out the full tutorial here…

DIY Survival Candles

Friday, October 24, 2014

Homemade soap

I started making my own homemade soap.  It's awesome.  Here are a few that I made.

Thursday, October 23, 2014

Another recipe: Homemade Cough Drops

Homemade Cough Drops

With immune boosting coconut oil and raw honey known for it’s healing qualities, these homemade cough drops are easy to make and will ensure that the next time you get a nasty cold you won’t have to suffer…
This recipe from Thecoconutmama.com is designed to relieve horrid coughs, whilst helping sooth your already sore throat. Best of all – it’s completely natural!
Head over to her website now for the complete recipe and instructions!

Homemade Cough Drops

How To Make An Anti-Wrinkle Green Tea Eye Cream

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If you are looking for that illusive miracle wrinkle cream, but so far haven’t found it… then look no further. Here is a recipe for a fantastically natural anti-wrinkle cream, which will help reduce those wrinkles around the eye area.
With nourishing ingredients like shea butter and pumpkin seed oil as well as Green Tea, this recipe is quick to make and simple use. It can even be used on those extra dry areas of skin, in need of a little loving.
Head over to Soapdelinews.com now for the complete tutorial…

Peasant Bread – The World’s Simplest Bread Recipe

 Peasant Bread - The World's Simplest Bread Recipe

Fresh home baked bread is one of life’s simple pleasures, but isn’t always simple to make…but this recipe is about to change your life.
No kneading, no preheating trays, no waiting hours on end for it to rise, just a simple no-fuss method producing delicious spongy bread every time.
Head over to alexandracooks.com’s website for the full recipe and method…

Peasant Bread Recipe

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

The Best Ways To Heal Scars Naturally

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Our skin protects our body. Any burn, injury, surgery or other trauma to it can cause the formation of scar tissue that can be quite ugly. In fact, scarring is a natural part of the healing process!
Scars are areas of fibrous tissue that replace normal skin after injury and results from the biological process of wound repair in the skin and other tissues of the body. The truth is that scars will never completely go away, but there are some methods that can help reduce its size and appearance.
Of course you can use over-the-counter or prescription creams, ointments or gels to reduce scar appearance. These products can be used to treat scars that are caused by surgical incisions or other injuries or wounds. However I would like to share with you natural treatments to heal scars that I’ve found in Buzzle.com website.
Click the link to read about natural treatments for scars.

PUMPKIN PIE PLAYDOUGH

Edible Pumpkin Pie Play Dough Recipe! Perfect fall fun for kids. )

Kids will love this smelling and edible fun!!

http://www.coffeecupsandcrayons.com/edible-pumpkin-pie-play-dough/

Aloe Vera – Make A Detox Drink That Cleanses The Body

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Aloe vera is a plant whose positive properties on the human body have been known for a long time now. As well as it heals the skin, it is the perfect against sunburn. It acts as a cleaner of the body. Do you want to provide quality body detoxification? Make a potion of Aloe Vera and flush the body from the inside.
Ingredients:
Water
Lemon
Aloe vera
Preparation:
1. First clean good a leaf of aloe vera and then cut the leaf with a knife and drain the gel out as much as you can,
2. Put the gel in a glass bottle,
3. Drain a lemon and add it to the bottle with water,
4. Mix the ingredients well so that they become one.
Tip:
The ratio of aloe vera, lemon and water can be optional, it is recommended a tablespoon of aloe gel and a tablespoon of lemon juice to a glass of water.
Do you think you will damage the plant by cutting the leaf, do not worry because aloe vera regenerates equally as it heals damage to the skin.

How To Make Fantastic Homemade Hand Scrubs

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Homemade hand scrubs are both useful for your hands. Homemade hand scrubs are also useful for people who suffer from dry skin on their hands, or for people who work in the garden or in a factory where their hands and arms get dirty and the dirt is hard to get off. These people can make a batch of the homemade hand scrubs and scrub their arms. It works wonderful and their arms feel soft and smooth. You can also add your favourite essential oil to the mix, so it smells good too!
Homemade hand scrubs are great gift ideas too! Just put them in a nice jar, tie it with a colourful bow and add a pretty tag.
So don’t neglect the skin on your hands and give them a natural treat. Many people begin noticing signs of aging on their hands. It’s therefore a good idea to start taking care of your hands with the same routine that you use to take care of your face.
Here are some great homemade hand scrubs recipes that I’ve found on Be Youthful blog that are sure to make your hands and arms look and feel great!

15 Easy And Delicious Fat Burning Smoothies

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Smoothies are very popular nowadays whenever it comes to food and nutrition. They are easy to make at home and provide you with a wide spectrum of vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants.
They give you energy and hydration at the beginning of the day, provide you with fiber to ensure a healthy digestive system and help to boost your immune system. Instead of buying expensive multi-vitamins off the counter, why don’t you do your own multi-vitamin at home?
Here I’ve found easy and delicious smoothies from Womenio.com that will actually help you to burn fat. In fact, what you put in your smoothie is very important: things like yogurt and various other ingredients are natural fat fighters and can help you reduce unwanted body fat.

The Magic Salt Sock: Natural Relief for Ear Infections

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Caring for a child (or adult) with an ear infection can be exhausting. Ear aches and pains can really affect a child’s mood and make them truly miserable and groggy!
Most people turn to commercial lotions and potions you buy over the counter to help, but we are here to share with you this incredible post on how to make a MAGIC SALT SOCK.
It’s easy to make, only requires really cheap materials and can be used multiple times. Head over to patchoguechiropractic.com for the complete tutorial and method including photos of it in use!

The Magic Salt Sock

Lemon Ginger Clove Homemade Cough Drops

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The cold season is here, and with it brings the dreaded sniffles and coughs. Instead of letting it get you down, why not made a handful of these homemade cough drops to see you through.
Made with only natural homemade ingredients, these drops will help the tickliest of coughs, making sure you can carry on your busy life as normal…
Head over to Hellonatural.co for the complete recipe!

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

How To Make Mozzarella In 30 Minutes

How To Make Mozzarella In Thirty Minutes

This delicious recipe will be a sure fire hit with everyone.
Perfect on pastas, salads and even sandwiches, why not throw some on your pizza for a tasty alternative. This Mozzarella recipe is easy to do and will impress everybody you know. You could even throw together a load for a party and serve while it’s still warm…perfect for every occasion. Plus it takes just 30 minutes!
To get the full tutorial and recipe visit simplebites.net here…

How To Make Mozzarella In 30 Minutes

5 Gout Home Remedies To Help Ease Pain & Aid Recovery

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Gout can be extremely debilitating and painful to say the least, this is why it is so important to help ease the pain for sufferers when it arises.
This post from Diynatural.com explains what gout is, how to prevent it and how to ease the pain and aid recovery. From diet changes to herbal remedies, these 5 tips will help any sufferer get through their painful experience.
Head over there now for the complete list of remedies…

How To Make Homemade Disinfecting Wipes Without Chemicals

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So many businesses these days encourage people to use chemical filled sprays to kill 99.9% of bacteria in their homes. People tend to focus on what they are cleaning rather than the product that they are using and in most cases these products contain a whole host of harmful chemicals.
This is why Mindy over at Deliciousobsessions.com decided to make her own natural versions at home. With only a handful of materials needed, anyone can make these super easy disinfecting wipes at home.
Head over there now to check out exactly what goes into her wipes…

5 Native American Remedies We Can All Learn From

5 Native American Remedies We Can All Learn From

It’s time to look back at how the Native Americans achieved a healthy and happy lifestyle with their natural remedies.
In the modern world we have become far too accustomed to picking up some drugs from the drugs store and believing it can cure us instantly (no matter what the side effects are…).
Well back then they never had this option and did just fine. Just some of the things they did that we can benefit from include:
  • Living communally – No one Native American was forced to carry the entire weight of stress on their shoulders – hey had a helpful community to share the burden
  • Eating whole foods
  • Understanding and using medicinal herbs
To discover five ways you can benefit from Native Americans, visit NatureHacks.com here.

Powerful Tea

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Not many people know that Hibiscus is incredibly good for you, offering amazing health benefits like lowering blood pressure and cholesterol.
Amanda and her family like to enjoy Hibiscus iced tea in the Summer and in the Winter as an immune-boosting base for teas and tinctures. This tea is a perfect remedy when those colds and flu’s start to appear.
Head over to her website Freshbitesdaily.com for all the information on how to use this incredible flower!

27 Must-Read Cleaning Tips & Tricks

27 Must-Read Cleaning Tips & Tricks

Want to unclog a drain or make your bathroom sparkle? Wish you could get rid of rust from your cutlery or remove permanent marker?
With this list of must-read cleaning tips you can and with 27 top tips you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to make sure no speck of dirt is left in your home.
To get the full lost of tips and tricks visit homemadehomeideas.com here…

27 Must-Read Cleaning Tips & Tricks

25 Great Health Tips By Dr. Oz

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Dr. Oz, who became a health guru in USA, is a cardiothoracic surgeon, author and television personality. He first appeared on the The Oprah Winfrey Show in 2004, and later on Larry King Live and other TV programs. He soon became famous and in 2009 his daily television program, “The Dr. Oz Show”, was launched. This show, focusing on medical and health issues, became very popular and is broadcasts in many countries in the world.
Here’s the Health Tip #1:
1. Laughing not only eases stress, promotes social bonding, and lowers blood pressure, it may also boost your immune system. So bring some humor into your life, whether it’s through friends or even a new TV show.
To read the next 24 health tips, just click on the link.

How To Re-use Essential Oil Bottles

How To Re-use Essential Oil Bottles

Once your precious essential oils run out, it’s difficult to throw away the little bottles, knowing that some of their goodness is sure to be still in there, clinging on for dear life.
To make sure you get the most out of your bottle’s then head over to onegoodthingbyjillee.com, where she shares some great ideas for you yo re-use the bottle, including Epsom salt baths, cotton wool air diffusers and even calming grandkids!
Head over there now to check out the complete list now…

How To Re-use Essential Oil Bottles

How To Make Natural Pesticides For Plants

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Natural pesticides for plants are less expensive than buying commercial pesticides, and it’s much safer for your garden, your family, your pets and the environment.
The best thing to do is to treat for insects as soon as you notice signs of an infestation. The sooner you start to apply the natural pesticides for plants, the easier it will be to get rid of the critters.
These homemade natural pesticides for plants are cheap and easy to make and these are as effective as some commercial pesticides on the market. You don’t need special or fancy ingredients. Everything you need is probably stocked in your kitchen and garden. Most of the ingredients are natural with the harshest being liquid dish detergent. No need to use toxic chemicals!
I have great recipes for you on how to make natural pesticides for plants. These recipes are in the Tipnut blog, just click the link below to find them out.

Monday, October 20, 2014

How To Make A Double Lemon Balm Tincture

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Lemon balm is a great herb and can be used in a number of ways. It can help ease anxiety and promote relaxation, it can aid mental clarity and improve concentration and it can encourage restful sleep.
Try making this double concentrated lemon balm tincture so that you always have lemon balm available in your herbal medicine cabinet.