By Amanda Rose | Tamarind
Amanda’s note: Here is another wonderful contribution from Ramya Venkateshwaran who writes from her home in India. Find her on her website WildTurmeric.net for more ideas on healthy living. ~~~ This jaljeera is a very popular North Indian summer drink that is a natural body coolant and it also one of the best drinks to […]
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By Amanda Rose | Oregano
This idea is so slick — you may never look at a smoothie again for its antioxidant content. This is easier, cheaper (especially if you have a garden), and lower in calories (if you count them). Enter the herbal soda. The idea isn’t really new — there are various botanical beverages on the market. My […]
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By Amanda Rose | Oregano
I mentioned this tea in a post last week and thought I would expand because it’s just that cool. First, I should add that never in my entire life had I considered making this into a tea. Oregano is for pasta sauce and Mexican food, right? It’s not for tea. The only reason I considered […]
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By Amanda Rose | Lavender
This idea is not new and it is certainly not complicated. Certain aromas help us relax, so much so that some people will use aroma therapy devices at night to aid in a more restful sleep. This is the same idea but it simply requires a bit of dried herb to get started. All you […]
Continue readingBy Amanda Rose | Elderberry
Herbal vinegars are a fun hobby. They are quite simple to make: place and herb in vinegar and let it sit. Strain out the herb and use the vinegar. It is so easy, in fact, that many of us have a shelf of vinegar ready to be used on something and we wait patiently on […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Mint
Do you need a quick pick-me-up that is caffeine free and conjures up holiday flavor? This tea is your answer. The brisk fresh flavor is unparalleled as a scene changer, which could explain the enduring popularity of peppermint candies. Peppermint is also a digestive aid, helping you digest your meals faster, possibly a key to […]
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