When it comes to plant-based remedies that work, Aloe vera should be first on your list. This desert succulent is easy to grow in any window, doesn’t need much water, and offers its healing gel inside each thick leaf for easy access. I keep an aloe vera plant on my kitchen windowsill and slice open […]
Living Naturally
Natural Relief for Bug Bites
We were deep in the Rockies this weekend and I can report that the mosquito population up there is thriving. Luckily we knew about using baking soda to relieve bug bites. While our natural bug repellent worked amazingly well, each of us came away with a bite or two. Our mountain host mixed together a […]
A Natural DEET-free Insect Repellent That Works
A jaunt up into the Rockies this weekend showed us that our recent rains have led to a booming crop of mosquitos. Oh, the air was thick with them, particularly as the day neared dusk. Luckily, we had a good insect repellent with us that worked amazingly well. Dr. Ben Kim’s Anti-Bug Spray Version 2.0 […]
How To Cool Your Body Core Quickly
It’s hot around here this July week. For people suffering from multiple sclerosis, extreme heat can exacerbate MS symptoms and make them even more uncomfortable than usual. It’s can help to have a surefire way to cool the body down quickly and alleviate symptoms like fatigue and malaise. The inside of your wrists, that same […]
Sun-Tea: A Healthy Alternative to Store-Bought Pre-Sweetened Teas
Making sun-tea is one of my favorite summertime rituals. There’s not much as refreshing as a tall glass of iced tea on a hot day, but I prefer to brew my own tea rather than ingest all of the additives found in the range of store-bought cans or bottles available now. While you may believe […]
