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13 Culinary and Medicinal Herbs to Grow At Home

Cilantro (or coriander) looks very similar to flat-leaf parsley, however they taste very different. Cilantro is one of those herbs that you either love or hate, and in fact there have been scientific studies done which suggest that people who hate cilantro and think it … See more

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How to Use Yarrow Medicinally

WEBMix together and let simmer for at least 20 minutes to to allow the yarrow to infuse the coconut oil. Strain the infused coconut oil into a clean jar or container and let …

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How to Create Your Own Herbal Apothecary At Home

WEBCoconut oil. Distilled water. Glycerin. Honey (raw, local, unpasteurized is best) Maple syrup. Olive oil/other liquid carrier oils. Rosewater. Witch Hazel. Tinctures …

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Homemade Echinacea Tincture Recipe

WEBLet sit on the counter at room temperature or in a sunny window (for a sun infusion) for at least 3 to 4 weeks. Strain out the plant matter, reserving the liquid. …

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12 Edible Perennials to Plant Once and Harvest Every Year

WEBPerennial food plants are also diverse, and range from fruits and vegetables to nuts, herbs, spices and even mushrooms! And while some require a bit more space, many can be …

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Healthy Grocery Shopping Tips (For When You Can’t Avoid the …

WEBMonosodium Glutamate (MSG) Synthetic Food Dyes (Blue 1, Yellow 5 & 6, Red 3 & 40 are common ones to avoid) Artificial Sweeteners (aspartame, sucralose, saccharin, etc.) …

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5 Food Plants that are Super Easy to Grow

WEB1. Strawberries. There’s nothing quite like the taste of the first ripe strawberry of summer, fresh off the vine. The only thing better is the fact that this vine is …

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DIY Dandelion Salve for Healing

WEBThis DIY dandelion salve uses just three simple ingredients, including dandelion-infused oil made with dandelions picked right from your own backyard! It's an herbal healing salve …

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Home Pharmacy Resources

WEBStress, anxiety and overwhelm have become practically synonymous with the times we're living in. Between rising global tensions, social division, isolation, sky high inflation, and …

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How to Safely Harvest and Use Stinging Nettles

WEBAllow stinging nettles to dry completely (about two weeks will suffice). You could also dry them out in a dehydrator if you have one to speed up the process. If drying in a …

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Botulism & Home Canning: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe

WEBBotulism spores germinate and grow in moist, low-acid, anaerobic (low or no oxygen) environments at temperatures between 40º-120ºF (5º-49ºC). Yup, the exact …

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10 Tips for Managing Stress and Overwhelm on the Homestead

WEB9. Prioritize your health. Without your health, you don’t have anything, so staying in good health is important to help you manage stress and anxiety and avoid total burnout. …

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Spring Cleaning Recipes with Essential Oils

WEBClean your house naturally with these spring cleaning recipes with essential oils and all-natural ingredients. Eliminate toxins and create a fresh, clean, healthy home …

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7 Benefits of Cooking With Cast Iron

WEB4. Cast iron adds iron to your food. Cooking in cast iron doesn’t just help you to avoid harmful chemicals, it also adds iron to your food. Iron is an essential mineral …

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What I’ve Learned From Two Months of Keto – Weight Loss Diary #2

WEBWhat I’ve learned after two months on Keto. After following the Keto Diet for nearly two months now, I’ve come to a few important realizations. Here are my key takeaways. 1. …

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3 Ways to Get Free Organic Food (Without Growing It Yourself)

WEBBerries (including blackberries, wild strawberries and blueberries, huckleberries, saskatoon berries, elderberries, goose berries, mulberries and many …

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11 Frugal Ways to Use Kitchen Scraps

WEBSave money, reduce food waste and and improve everything from your soil to your gut health with this list of 11 frugal ways to use kitchen scraps in your home and garden. *** …

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8 Ways to Preserve Food At Home

WEBThere are many ways to preserve food at home. Learn which foods can be canned, dehydrated, fermented, infused, dry cured and more with this in-depth guide. * * * …

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What does it really mean to be self-reliant

WEBI’ve been thinking a lot lately about what it really means to be “self-reliant.” We talk a lot about self-reliance (or self-sufficiency) in the homesteading community, …

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