Natural Hair Rinses

 

My Hair Before

Did you know that you can use plants from your garden to enhance your hair's potential and treat disorders? I had zero idea myself until I got back into herbal gardening.  I started over a year ago and I am now making products for myself and my clients to use. This article is about infusions for hair rinses. 

Rose Water Hair Rinse: Loaded with vitamin A, B3, C & E. It helps nourish the scalp, stimulates hair follicles and promotes hair growth. Rose water can tame down frizz and add shine and luster to your hair. It works well for any hair type, but the best for oily hair because of its gentle astringent properties. Rose has inflammatory properties that may help skin conditions like dandruff, psoriasis and eczema. It can be applied in the scalp as a form of shampoo, conditioner or an after-shampoo rinse/mist. Rose water is safe and can be used every day. 

Rosemary Hair Rinse: Great for boosting hair growth and aiding with preventing hair loss. Decreases inflammation in the hair scalp by acting like an antioxidant by helping to improve circulation in the hair follicles. It also helps darken grey hair. Prevents frizziness, boosts volume and enhances shine. It also naturally darkens grey hair andk is often used as a natural hair dye.

Lemongrass Hair Rinse: is high in vitamin A & C. It helps the keep your hair shinny and glossy without having oily hair or scalp. It has antimicrobial & inflammation properties helps treat dandruff and other scalp conditions. Lemongrass is rich in iron and aids treating hair loss, aneama and other iron deficiencies. 

Marigold Hair Rinse: Prevents dandruff. The cleansing and antibacterial properties. Moisturizes and adds shine to the hair. 

Sage Hair Rinse: Helps prevent hair loss by the regeneration of hair follicles. Sage also can darken greys and restore natural hair color. It helps prevent dandruff. 

My Hair After

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Natural Lemongrass Hair Rinse

Natural Insect Repellant

The best thing about growing herbs and spices in your garden are the awesome household things you can make besides cooking with them. I am trying out this natural insect repellant that I made from lavender, lemongrass, chrysthanseum, geranium, cedarwood and citronella. 

I have used it on my plants in my garden and camping out on the beach. So far, this natural concoction has worked really well without the chemicals, or the nauseating smell most incest repellants sprays have.

Nowadays, we must be careful with what we put in and on our bodies. Many of these companies that claim to be organic and natural are often busted for greenwashing. Lots of organic small businesses that have been bought out by corporations are having their organic products altered to have more chemicals that are cheaper to produce. In the end, corporations really don't care what they are putting in our food, creams, sprays and deodorants. These chemicals can lead to cancer, skin disorders and other health issues and we must look after ourselves. Mother Earth has provided all the things we need to make chemical free beauty and other body products. If you would like to purchase a bottle of natural and organically made insect repellant ($8) from me, send me a message! 

Treat Your Conditions Naturally with Tinctures!

 

Tinctures are highly concentrated liquid extract of herbs. It can be applied externally or taken internally. Many types of herbs can help naturally heal the conditions and treat illness you have. Tinctures are made out of vodka, rum, gin or glycerin. They can also last from 2 - 5 years before they need to be replaced. When taken orally dosage would be 5 - 15 drops for children & 10 - 25 drops for adults. *Make sure to check for side effects with medications and other foods before taking any tinctures.

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Rosemary Tincture ($20): Now $15 Good to take internally to prevent colds or to fight infections. It is also great for cuts and scrapes because of its antibiotic properties. Improves memory. It is an antioxidant and promotes hair growth. Prevents dandruff. 

Rosemary in my Garden

Lemongrass Tincture ($21): Now $16 Taken internally for gastrointestinal issues, bloating, constipation etc. High blood pressure. vomiting, cough and achy joints. Fever, common cold, and exhaustion. Diuretic. Externally used for natural insect repellant. Lemongrass as hair rinse detangles and creates a beautiful shine for curly hair.

St. John's Wort Tincture ($20): Now $15 Kills bacteria as well as pain. Mild Depression, anxiety and menopause symptoms. Mood booster.

Valerian Tincture ($21): Now $16 Sedative. Great to clean sores, poison ivy rash and other skin ailments. Wonderful for certain tension and sinus headaches. Take orally for sore muscles, when suffering from a back injury or need extra help to sleep.

I currently make and sale homemade tinctures out of vodka. If you would like a natural way to treat certain conditions message me right away. I can make custom orders, but they take a couple weeks to cure. 

Immune Boosting, Inflammation Reducing and Vitamin C Rich Tonic Recipe

 

Hibiscus, Ginger & Echinacea Tonic

1/2 gal of distilled or spring water

1/2 cup of dried hibiscus

1/4 cup of fresh ginger root

1/8 cup of dried echinacea flower

Directions: Make an infusion and boil the herbs for 10 - 15 minutes on medium high. Strain the herbs and store in the fridge. Drink whenever you feel you need a boost for the day! 

Hibiscus: 

• Protects with antioxidants such as beta-carotene, vitamin C and anthocyanin
• Fights inflammation
• Lowers blood pressure & cholesterol
• Promotes weight loss
• Fights bacteria
• Supports liver health

Ginger:

• May provide relief from motion sickness and alleviate nausea from morning sickness or chemotherapy
• Helps manage blood pressure and support heart health
• Helps manage weight and blood sugar levels
• Can relieve pain and inflammation
• May have cancer-fighting properties

Echinacea:  

• Contains antioxidants flavonoids, cichoric acid and rosmarinic acid which help to bolster the immune system. 
• Encourages production of white blood cells. 
• Contain compounds called alkamides which can further promote antioxidants actively lowering blood sugar levels, reducing anxiety and treating certain skin conditions. 
• It may also be used to treat pain, inflammation, and migraines 
  

Sources:

• Clevlandclinic.org
• Healthline
• Happy Earth Tea Company

 

Best Foods to Eat When You Are Feeling Bloated

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 Feeling bloated and not yourself is a very uncomfortable experience that mostly women go through at least 2 times a month naturally. Men too also experience side effects from bloating mostly from the types of foods they ingest or side effects from certain medical issues. Best way to get rid of unnecessary bloating is to eat the right types of foods that are natural diurectics. Here is a list of foods to incorporate in your diet!

Raspberries

• Fruits:
• Cranberries
• Watermelon
• Pineapple
• Lemons
• Grapes 
• Peaches
• Pears
• Red berries
• Tomatoes
• Elderberry

Beets

• Vegetables:
• Beet
• Cucumber
• Onions
• Garlic
• Bell Pepper 
• Cabbage
• Horseradish
• Pumpkin
• Daikon
• Kale
• Asparagus
• Carrots
• Sauerkraut
• Celery
• Lettuce
• Fennel
• Rhubarb
• Rice
• Potatoes
• Red Radish

Cilantro

• Herbs:
• Cilantro
• Ginger
• Mint
• Parsley
• Horsetail
• Nettle Leaves
• Dandelion
• Mate tea
• Coffee beans
• Birch leaves
• Goldenrod 

• Sodium Intake
• Too much sodium can lead to water retention and bloating. Reduce the amount of sodium intake in your food. 
• Switch your sodium to sea salt. Sea salt reduces retention and eliminates bloating. Sea salt is pink, gold or black. It is not WHITE!!! White version is the more processed and will do the opposite of real and organic sea salt
• Sea salt reduces blood pressure, inflammation, has important electrolytes the body needs, reduces muscle cramping, and keeps you hydrated! 

• Apple cider vinegar
• ACV is naturally acidic, and so for people with low stomach acidity, using it may help raise stomach acid levels to aid digestion.
• ACV is also an antimicrobial substance, which means it may help kill bacteria in the stomach or intestines. Excess bacteria or bacteria in the upper intestines release gases that can lead to bloating.

Sources:

Cleveland Clinic

Facty

Healthy Hildegard

Science Daily

What a Great Grandmaate

Medical News Today

Flourless Almond Crusted Chicken Strips

Flourless Almond Crusted Chicken Strips

Ingredients:

1 lb. of chicken tenders

1.5 cup of almond flour

2 eggs

1 tablespoon of paprika

1 tablespoon of onion powder

2 teaspoons of garlic powder

1 teaspoon of pepper

1 teaspoon of sea salt

Pam cooking spray

Directions:

1. Pre-heat the oven by turning on the broiler. Set at Medium-High

2. Gather all the dry ingredients in a medium size serving bowl. Mix well and place to the side.

3. In a smaller bowl, crack the 2 eggs and mix well. This will be used to dip the chicken tenders.

4. Cut up the chicken breast into tenders and place them in another medium size bowl.

5. Grab a roasting pan and spray the bottom with Pam olive oil spray.

6. Set all 3 bowls together next to the roasting pan. You will start by dipping the chicken tender in the egg mixture. Place the chicken strip on the dry ingredients and make sure it is completely covered. Place that strip in the roasting pan. Repeat until the whole pan is full of chicken tenders that are ready to roast. Once you finish, wash your hands and spray the top of the tenders with the Pam Olive oil spray.

7. Place the roasting pan directly under the broiler and cook one side from 5 - 7 minutes or until golden brown. Flip the tenders to cook the other side.

Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

Mediterranean Chicken with Cucumber Salad

Mediterranean Chicken

Ingredients:

3 boneless chicken breastEdit
1 medium onion
4 roma tomatoes 
4 Roma tomatoes whole (2-3/5" dia)Edit
1 cup of bone broth
1 tablespoon of fresh grated ginger
1 tablespoon of minced garlic
1 teaspoon of cumin
1/2 teaspoon of turmeric
1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
1/2 teaspoon coriander

Directions:

Step 1: Dice up the chicken breast into cubes and the onion. Heat up a large skillet and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chicken breast with the onions and saute for about 3 minutes. Add the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric and pepper. Cook until chicken is all white.

Step 2: Add the Roma tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and broth. Cover and simmer on a low heat for 15 minutes.

* Tastes great paired with brown rice and any other green vegetables

Cumin Spiced Turkey Burgers

Cumin Spiced Turkey Burgers

Ingredients:

1 lb. of 93/7 fat free natural ground turkey

1 rounded tbsp. of cumin
1 tbsp of olive oil

Directions:

Step 1: Add the cumin to the ground turkey and mix. Shape the ground turkey into 4 oz. balls and flatten them into patties.

Step 3: Place a pan on the burner on Medium/High. Next, add some oil with your olive oil spray bottle.

Step 4: Cook for 5 minutes on each side. Try adding some mustard!

Nutrition Facts Cumin Spiced Turkey Patties Serving Size 1/2 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100.63 Calories from Fat  30
% Daily Value
Total Fat 3.33g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.17g	1%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Cholesterol 30mg	10%
Sodium 43.33mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 18.67g	37%
Vitamin A (IU) 0	0%
Vitamin C 0mg	0%
Calcium 0mg	0%
Iron 0.96mg	5%

The Benefits of Eating Squash

Benefits of Eating Squash

• Full of vitamin C, magnesium, and other antioxidant compounds

• It helps to neutralize free radicals throughout the body. Free radicals have been connected with a wide spread of illnesses, including cancer, heart diseases, and premature aging.

• Contains high levels of vitamin A, including carotenoid phytonutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin. These help the body boost its immune response and defend against foreign substances

• Great source of B-complex vitamins which helps boost metabolism,. Certain types of squash contain good amounts of dietary fiber and pectin. Pectin regulates blood sugar  throughout the body, making sure that the insulin and glucose activities within the body remain constant and smooth. 

• Due to the presence of omega-3 fatty acids, carotenoids like lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-carotene,and polysaccharides called homogalacturonan squash gives out anti-inflammatory properties to help heal the body. Anti-inflammatory effects can extend to arthritis and gout. Studies on squash have linked it to reducing gastric and duodenal ulcer reduction, and general anti-inflammation of the cardiovascular system. Inflammation in the body is closely linked to type-2 diabetes.

• The seeds of squash can also be eaten or chewed to get a number of health benefits. These seeds have been directly connected to antifungal, antimicrobial, and antiparasitic activity within the body, protecting us from a wide variety of diseases, including tapeworms and other intestinal parasites.

• Having magnesium and potassium present in squash forms a very effective defense line against cardiovascular issues. Potassium is a vasodilator, which means that it relaxes the tension of blood vessels and arteries, thereby increasing blood flow, oxygenation and reducing the stress on the heart. The fiber found in squash is very good at scraping excess cholesterol from the walls of arteries, thereby reducing the chances of atherosclerosis, heart attack, and stroke. The high levels of folate in squash neutralize harmful levels of homocysteine that builds up in the body. Homocysteine has been linked to increased chances of developing cardiovascular diseases

• High levels of essential vitamins found in squash is very important part of developing bone matter and bone mineral density. Squash is a valuable source of calcium, manganese, zing and other very important trace elements. This helps reduce your chances of developing osteoporosis as you age and ensure the strength and durability of your bones.

Blackened Tilapia

Blackened Tilapia

Ingredients
8 tilapia fillets
3 tbsp. of paprika
1 tbsp. dried minced onion
1 tsp. of each oregano, thyme and celery
garlic powder
sea salt and cracked pepper

Directions:

Step 1: Put all the dry ingredients in a bowl or small pan and mix well. Place the fish fillet in the dry rub and make sure enough seasoning sticks to both sides of the fillet. Once you season all the fillets, allow to sit for at least 15 minutes.

Step 2: After the 15 minutes are up, put some olive oil in a pan. Allow the pan to get hot to blacken the fish.

Step 3: Cook each side of the fillet for 3 minutes. Make sure to keep on a medium temperature.

According to the experts, we are should have 2 serving of fish each week. This recipe is great for people who do not like fish unless it is deep fried. My husband did!

Nutrition Facts Blackened Tilapia Serving Size 141 grams
Amount Per Serving
Calories 162.43 Calories from Fat  60
% Daily Value
Total Fat 6.55g	10%
Saturated Fat 1.25g	6%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 55mg	18%
Sodium 184.62mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 3.12g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1.41g	6%
Sugars 0.53g
Protein 21.67g	43%
Vitamin A (IU) 13.14	0%
Vitamin C 1.39mg	2%
Calcium 24.16mg	2%
Iron 1.08mg	6%