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09/24/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

How to grow ginger at home

Ginger is a superfood that is packed with nutrients and other healthy compounds that are beneficial to both your physical and mental health. Most of its medicinal properties come from the rhizome — the underground part of the stem, which is commonly mislabeled as the root. Ginger can be used fresh, powdered, dried, or even as […]

09/07/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Moving away from chemicals: Consumer demand for cleaner food has researchers exploring plant-based extracts to protect against insects

The concept of achieving food independence is a lofty goal, but one which will not likely happen in the near future. It is evident that we still need to rely on big food manufacturers for our daily meals, even as we pray that what we put into our mouth is not laced with the various […]

07/27/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Farming for healthier cucumbers? Using potassium phosphite as part of your organic fertilizer helps them grow stronger

With more stories being published on the dangers of pesticide-ridden crops, most of us are trying to adopt a more natural lifestyle. While a complete conversion to an all-organic eating plan may be hard, the least we can do is to not eat or avoid vegetables that are laden with toxic chemicals. Most of us, […]

07/19/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Baking soda in the garden: 10 natural remedy uses for this basic household staple

Baking soda is an incredibly useful product that can be used in your garden. The household staple has been gaining popularity in the last few years because it is an inexpensive and abundant alternative to many synthetic chemicals out there. What’s more, baking soda — being all-natural — offers little to no side effects. We […]

07/17/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Wonderful, versatile cheesecloth – a must have for preppers, campers, and homesteaders

What do you use your cheesecloth for? Chances are you only use it once for the holidays as a holder of herbs for soups. They are then thrown away or forgotten until the next year. However, cheesecloths are more versatile and durable than you realize. Many preppers and seasoned survivalists say that the material can […]

06/27/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

How to grow fresh tarragon indoors

Tarragon is a good source of magnesium and iron, along with vitamins A, C, and B6. It is easy to grow and maintain at home, giving you an almost endless supply of this beneficial herb. Medical studies have shown that the use of tarragon can support cardiovascular health and can be used as an alternative tonic […]

12/12/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

New research finds that MS, the most common inflammatory disease of the central nervous system, may be triggered by an imbalance in gut flora

Intestinal flora may be the key to understanding how multiple sclerosis develops. Previous assumptions held that MS was a mostly genetic problem, prompting physicians to closely examine DNA. New research, however, has shown that autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, are brought about by a combination of environmental and genetic factors, the catalyst of which […]

09/13/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Are these 8 common mistakes creating a tomato timebomb in your garden?

There are few simple pleasures in life as juicy and fulfilling as taking a bite of a freshly-grown tomato. Tomatoes are some of the easiest plants to grow. There are, however, eight common mistakes many novice gardeners make when starting their own tomato farm. Avoiding these practices will fully optimize your yield. Not rotating the […]

07/26/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

How to easily grow turmeric in the comfort of your own home

Turmeric is one of the easiest plants to grow. The medicinal root is extremely low-maintenance and produces ample yields which should supply a typical household throughout the year. Turmeric is grown similar to ginger root; that is, it sprouts from an underground tuber or rhizome and not from seeds. It takes around six to eight […]

06/15/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Ten potent SUPERFOODS you can grow right at home, without spending a fortune

It is a misconception to think that you have to be well off to eat nutritious items. You can save money by growing these 10 healthful superfoods in your backyard garden or inside your home. Carrot – The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) says that eating carrots reduces the risk of developing certain types […]

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