Natural Wellness
Natural Sciatica Pain Relief: What Worked for Me After Years of Struggle
Are you tired of dealing with sciatica pain and looking for natural relief? I've dealt with it on and off since I was 14, when I injured my back playing volleyball. Over the years, I've searched high and low for…
How to Treat a Fibromyalgia Flare with Natural Remedies, Food, and Faith
When my husband’s fibro flare knocked him off his feet, we turned to our homegrown apothecary for support—herbs like lemon balm, boneset, wild aster, and passion vine. In this post, I walk you through the natural remedies we used, why…
How to Make Elderberry Syrup for Immune Support
If you’ve spent any time in the natural health world, you’ve probably heard of elderberry syrup—and for good reason. This time-tested remedy is loaded with immune-boosting properties and has become a go-to for families wanting to fight off colds and…
Natural Sunburn Relief After a Day at the River
Some days, no matter how great they are, leave you needing a little natural sunburn relief. We spent the morning soaking up sunshine, splashing in the river, and enjoying the kind of slow, screen-free fun that feeds the soul.
Lemon Balm Benefits: How to Grow and Use This Calming Herb
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is one of those herbs every home gardener should know. It’s cheerful, aromatic, easy to grow, and full of natural goodness. Whether you're brewing tea, soothing a fussy toddler, or crafting an herbal salve, lemon balm…
How to Make Tepache: A Traditional Mexican Fermented Pineapple Drink
Looking for a delicious way to use pineapple scraps? Enter tepache — a traditional Mexican fermented drink made from pineapple peels, sugar, and spices. Lightly bubbly, tangy-sweet, and packed with probiotics, this refreshing beverage is not only easy to make…
An Unexpected Morning Harvest: Yarrow, Echinacea, and Red Clover
Sometimes the harvest calls to you—whether you’re ready for it or not. This morning, I was just going about my usual routine. Letting the ducklings out of their coop and refilling their water. Then the yarrow caught my eye. It…
