Looking for a DIY project this summer that you can create then enjoy year round? Check out this lip balm how-to and avoid the unwanted dyes, petroleum products, preservatives, and long list of ingredients from store-bought balms.
1 tablespoon beeswax beads
1 tablespoon pure shea butter
2 tablespoons sweet almond oil
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Anti-aging is a popular topic as the largest population in history approaches their golden years but “anti-aging” doesn’t have to apply only to treating skin and wrinkles. As we age so too do our brains and memory, recall, and overall function is impacted. Want to keep your mind sharp and shield your brain from the effects of aging? Try these simple tips!
Low iron is the most common nutritional deficiency in the United States and typically triggers fatigue, decreases work performance, and can negatively impact brain function. Taking iron supplements can increase brain power for iron-deficient women says a 16 week study where participants who took the supplement daily performed better on cognitive tasks than those who didn’t.
If you’ve missed past posts including this ageless asset to health you won’t have to look too hard to find about a dozen! Turmeric’s many benefits extend throughout the body and the brain is included. Turmeric has been linked to lower risk of cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s prevention, and improved blood flow to the brain. Add the spice to your food to add a delicious complexity and consider incorporating a supplement into your daily regimen, like most of our employees do! [Read more →]
It’s important to be tick savvy so you can keep yourself and your family safe from Lyme Disease and the complications and infections associated with it during the warm months of the year. Humans are at most risk during spring an
d summer months, typically April through September, and understanding how best to avoid ticks and how to remove them is your first line of defense. Ticks can cause Lyme Disease and occassionally the ticks that transmit this disease can also transmit other tickborne diseases (like Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever). How can you keep yourself safe? Take a look! [Read more →]
Too often herbal extracts are subjected to excessive chemical processing, which renders them deteriorated and incomplete. We’ve touched on the purity of Kroeger Herb Products’ Complete Concentrates in a recent blog post but are still asked questions as to why these supplements are so reliable, safe, and effective. Take a look for answers to frequently asked questions and learn why Kroeger is putting the natural back in herbs. [Read more →]
Memorial Day Weekend kicks off the summer for most of us and to help you have your happiest and healthiest yet, take a look at our favorite warm weather blog posts. Follow these links for natural remedies, tips, products to add to your first aid kit, and more. [Read more →]
When considering your overall health, how often do you take into account the proper function of your eyes? May is National Healthy Vision Month and we’ve got tips, remedies, and natural products to help keep your eyes nourished, clear, and healthy! Take a look!
There are four major factors that impact our vision and each of them can be addressed in a natural way.
Consider the proper function of your eyes during National Healthy Vision Month!
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As the weather heats up, don’t count plan to stay indoors by your air conditioner or swamp cooler to keep cool. Take a look at these great tips from Mother Nature Network for how to keep cool in unusual ways. [Read more →]
Employee picks are a great way for us to share with you which products you will find tucked away in our desks at work or at home in our herbal medicine arsenal and today, I want to tell you MY favorite product: Turmeric. I’m crazy about it, really. I take capsules every day, I try to add it to foods to bring a delicious flavor, and I’ve been known to slap a poultice with it on a cut. Want to know more about why I tout this healing spice to anyone who will listen? Take a look. [Read more →]
May 13th-19th is National Women’s Health Week and to celebrate, we’d like to share some of our favorite posts for women’s health including home remedies, herbs, and great resources for a healthy life.
These two blog posts are a great resource for mothers! Herbs for Breastfeeding outlines which herbs can increase or decrease milk supply, depending on the need and was written by one of our staffers who had some great tips to share! Herbs for Pregnancy lists the herbs that should be avoided during pregnancy to ensure the safety of your baby and your body as well as which herbs provide relief from common complaints that come along with carrying a child. Did you know we have a Pre/Post Natal section on our website? Check it out!
It’s National Women’s Week!
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Every parent wants to give their child the very best of everything and nothing is more important than choosing natural health tools that are safe and effective. That is why more parents are choosing homeopathic remedies for their children. Homeopathic remedies work naturally by stimulating the body’s own ability to heal. One of the most trusted brands in homeopathy is Hyland’s, which carries an extensive line of remedies for both kids and adults. Some of our favorite Hyland’s homeopathic remedies for kids include essentials for common complaints like teething, earaches and cold and flu. [Read more →]
