Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body, and plays a role in over 300 essential metabolic reactions. Needless to say, a deficiency in this essential nutrient is …

Most of us consider our gardens a safe and relaxing sanctuary, close to nature and away from the polluting influence of industrialization. However, there seems to be no escaping the …

Mixing your own blend of essential oils can be a fun way to experiment with your creativity. But because there are hundreds of botanical oils to choose from, covering a …

Avoiding pesticides in our food is an important step on the road to overall health. But buying organic produce can be tricky – it’s not always available and the additional …

The itchy and painful rash that follows poison ivy exposure is the result of an allergic reaction to urushiol oil. It is a common allergen found in many plants belonging …

The first time I ever heard someone say to make a plantain poultice, the image of mashed up banana spread across my forearm immediately popped into my head. I knew …

Gardening doesn’t have to be an expensive hobby – there are plenty of money and time saving hacks you can take advantage of. In fact, everyday items you find in …

Are the shelves in your home spilling over with odds and ends? Do you struggle to find a pair of matching shoes or earrings, let alone a single bobby pin? …

Although the plants in our homes and gardens may seem beautiful, delicate and innocent, some of these can prove to be deadlier than they look – especially when it comes …

With around 17,000 species of native flora in the US, plus tens of thousands of additional species of other plants (not to mention algae and mosses), even the most expert …