Monthly Archives: May 2007

Oil of Oregano – Powerful Pain Killer and Germ Destroyer

Oil of Oregano is a potent germ killer. Jean Valnet, in his book The “Practice of Aromatherapy”, describes how oil of oregano superceded anti-inflammatory drugs in reversing pain and inflammation and is nearly as powerful as morphine as a painkiller. … Continue reading

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Water – The best home remedy to detox your body

The natural detoxification system of the human body consists of the liver, the kidneys, the digestive system and skin. The system is often put to test due to inhalation of pollutants and junks foods that we consume. Even your dentist … Continue reading

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A case for and against herbal weight loss pills

When it comes to weight loss solutions, the first thing that comes to mind is dieting. Diet control is of prime importance in any weight loss solution since obesity is caused by the body’s natural mechanism’s method of storing excess … Continue reading

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Treatment for Hair Loss Due to Hypothyroidism

One of the first symptoms of a thyroid disorder is hair loss. But in many cases this symptom tends to get ignored since a certain proportion of hair loss happens among many people. To ascertain the increase in hair loss … Continue reading

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Tips and Hints to Keep Whites White

by Annie Berthold-Bond of http://www.care2.com/ Now we’re officially in summer and we can start wearing our summer white clothing again. Only trouble is, whites don’t seem to stay white very long! Here are our best tips for keeping those whites … Continue reading

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Natural Carpet Freshener II

Mix 1/2 cup of baking soda and 5 drops of Peppermint Oil. Put in a shaker jar and you’ve got a natural, chemical-free, carpet freshener. Peppermint Oil will ‘perk’ your brain, so you might even enjoy vacuuming the carpet more! … Continue reading

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Herbal Perfume for Women

Musk, sandalwood, oakmoss, and patchouli bring out an earthy and sensuous mixture in an evocative scent for any woman. To every 2 teaspoons of base oil ( 1 teaspoon vodka and 1 teaspoon jojoba oil) add the following: * 8 … Continue reading

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10 Ways to Make Gardening More Fun

By maximizing the magic and minimizing the chores, our readers bring out the green thumb in their kids. Here are their best projects, tips, and activities. 1. CREATE A LOVING GARDEN Faced with a bounty of choices, how does a … Continue reading

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Autumn Rose Perfume

Ingredients: * 10 drops cedar oil * 5 drops rose absolute * 2 drops vanilla fragrance oil * 1 oz vodka * 2 tbs distilled water Directions: Mix, let sit for 3 to 6 weeks and strain with coffee filter. … Continue reading

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How to Manage Your ADHD Child

Although there is some controversy regarding the diagnosis of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) as a psychiatric disorder, most children who are ‘diagnosed’ with ADHD share similar features.What I am going to do in this article is to briefly discuss … Continue reading

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