The cold and flu season can bring havoc and chaos to any household and routine. What can make it worse is having an allergic reaction to the many chemicals found in over the counter cold and flu remedies.

Instead of risking your health further, you should consider making your own remedies. Here are a few herbs that you can use for the cold and flu season and the many ways they can be harvested, stored, and mixed for your needs.

Peppermint

Peppermint can be used in three forms to help you get through the cold and flu season and symptoms it can bring on. The first method is to use it in an oil diffuser. Find organic and pure peppermint oil and place a few drops in a diffuser. This will fill the air and room with the menthol to help open your sinus passages so you can breath. Continue reading →

The fresher the food you eat, the better it is for your health. Food that comes in boxes or does not have an expiration date is typically processed and holds little value in terms of nutrients. Whole, fresh food is always best for your health, energy levels, weight management, and disease prevention, like heart disease and diabetes that effect millions of people and are major causes of premature preventable deaths in the United States.

Plant foods are some of the best sources of vital nutrition, and herbs provide a plethora of health benefits and add low calorie flavor to a variety of dishes. Herbs can also be used medicinally as all natural and very cheap remedies to common minor injuries. Continue reading →