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The Best Ways to Remove Pesticides from Your Fruit and Vegetables

Pierre Van Zyl26th October 2023Learn, News + Discoveries, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Every year, millions of people around the world consume fruits and vegetables. While these fresh produce items are packed with essential vitamins and minerals, they can also be laced with harmful pesticides. Pesticides are chemicals that are commonly u…

Under the Weather? Try ‘Nana’s’ DIY Cold and Flu Remedy

Pierre Van Zyl17th October 2023Remedies & Green Beauty

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The air is getting crisper, the leaves are changing colors, and we’re all pulling out our sweaters and scarves from the closet. Autumn has set in and we can already hear whispers of the winter that is following in its tracks. We all know what tha…

Rub This Common, Yet Underrated Oil On Eyelashes And Eyebrows To Help Them Thicken and Grow

Pierre Van Zyl12th October 2023Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Castor oil has gained popularity in recent years as a natural remedy for hair growth, including eyelashes and eyebrows. Many claim that regularly applying castor oil to these areas can result in thicker, longer lashes and fuller brows. Let’s have…

Why Burdock Roots Are the Most Important Part of the Plant

Pierre Van Zyl3rd October 2023Digestion, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Have you ever heard of the burdock plant? With some parts of the plant being edible, it has been used for a long time, both for food and medicine. While there are numerous benefits to the plant, the root of the burdock plant is arguably the most powerf…

Have You Heard Of This Wild Herb Extract That Is Great for Pain and Sleep

Pierre Van Zyl2nd October 2023Learn, Pain Relief, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Have you ever heard of Wild Lettuce? No, this is not just salad greens growing naturally in forest without human intervention. This is a specific plant that has been used for centuries for various healing properties, including pain and sleep problems. …

Struggling With Mucus? 5 Foods To Help and 4 That Make It Worse

Pierre Van Zyl26th September 2023Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Mucus is a sticky, gel-like substance that our bodies produce naturally. It plays a crucial role in protecting our respiratory system from harmful particles, such as dust, smoke or bacteria, by trapping them in the airways. However, when mucus builds u…

Broadleaf Plantain: Unveiling the Marvels of Nature’s Medicinal Herb

Pierre Van Zyl25th September 2023Remedies & Green Beauty

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Broadleaf Plantain, scientifically known as Plantago major, is a common medicinal plant found worldwide. It is a member of the Plantaginaceae family and has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for various health benefits. Let’s explor…

Chickweed: Discover the Benefits of this Wild Medicinal Herb

Pierre Van Zyl21st September 2023Remedies & Green Beauty

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Chickweed, scientifically known as Stellaria media, is a small, delicate herb that is native to Europe but is now found throughout North America and many other parts of the world. Despite its prevalence, very few people are aware of the valuable benefi…

7 Benefits of Fennel and Fennel Seeds

Pierre Van Zyl21st September 2023Cancer, Digestion, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Fennel, commonly known as Foeniculum vulgare, is a flowering plant that belongs to the carrot family. It is native to the Mediterranean region but is now cultivated in many parts of the world. The ancient Romans supposedly referred to it as “the …

Does a bar of soap under your bedsheets really help restless leg syndrome?

Pierre Van Zyl19th September 2023Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological condition characterized by an uncontrollable urge to move one’s legs. It is often accompanied by uncomfortable sensations in the lower limbs. This condition affects millions of people worldwide and ca…

8 Useful Herbs for Memory and Brain Health

Pierre Van Zyl14th September 2023Heal, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Many of us have witnessed the sad and scary effects of dementia on a person’s life and that of those around them. Characterized by a deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform daily activities, it is a common concern …

6 Natural Remedies for Heartburn and Bloating

Pierre Van Zyl15th August 2023Heal, Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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H. Pylori is a bacterium that infects the stomach and the upper part of the small intestine. It is estimated that approximately half of the world’s population carries this bacterium in their gastrointestinal tract, often without experiencing any …

8 Ways To Get Rid Of Phlegm And Mucus In Chest And Throat

Pierre Van Zyl13th August 2023Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, Men’s Health, Remedies & Green Beauty, Women’s Health

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Colds, sneezing, and coughing are never fun. Probably one of the worst parts about getting a cold is the mucus that seems to linger in the throat and chest for seemingly forever afterward. While this usually does eventually clear, it can really disrupt…

10 Medicinal Plants Native Americans Used To Treat Everything

Pierre Van Zyl13th August 2023Remedies & Green Beauty

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Native American tribes from across the country have a rich history of utilizing medicinal plants for various purposes. These plants have been used for centuries and have provided relief for a wide range of ailments. Let’s explore 10 Native Americ…

7 Potential Benefits and Uses of Oregano Oil

Pierre Van Zyl7th August 2023Heal, Learn, Pain Relief, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Oregano is not just a fragrant herb that adds flavor to our favorite dishes; it also has incredible health benefits. Oregano oil is a concentrated form of this versatile herb and has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. Let’s exp…

Ice Facials: How This Chilly Trend May Benefit Your Face

Pierre Van Zyl4th August 2023Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Many people scroll through social media looking for skin care tips. After all, many influencers have glowing skin, and their followers are eager to have the same. But like every other topic on social media, there are trends when it comes to face-washin…

4 Reasons Your Hands Look Older Than They Are—And What You Can Do About It

Pierre Van Zyl30th July 2023Heal, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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More than almost any other part of our bodies, our hands give a glaring reflection of the hard work we do each day. We generally work to pamper our faces while our hands are often neglected. Proof of this lies at “Guess Your Age” booths at local fairs….

7 Health Benefits of Aloe Vera Body and Skin Will Love

Pierre Van Zyl27th July 2023Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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The aloe vera plant has been used for centuries for its numerous health benefits. Its succulent leaves contain a gel-like substance that is rich in vitamins, minerals, and various active compounds. In fact, the Egyptians admired this plant so much that…

7 Things That Contribute to Fluid Retention And How To Manage Symptoms

Pierre Van Zyl27th July 2023Heal, Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Fluid retention, also known as edema, is a condition where excess fluid accumulates in the body’s tissues. It can cause swelling and discomfort; in some cases, it may be a symptom of an underlying health issue. Understanding the causes of fluid r…

DIY Bug Bite Relief Stick To Help Sooth Pain and Swelling

Pierre Van Zyl22nd June 2023Heal, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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That time of year is coming, and the bugs are biting! As summer arrives and you venture outside for more adventurous activities, you will become a snack for mosquitoes and other equally annoying bugs.   My kids and I seem to be mosquito magnets, so get…

6 Reasons To Take An Epsom Salt Bath + Why It Works

Pierre Van Zyl9th June 2023Healthy Aging + General Wellness, News + Discoveries, Pain Management, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Epsom salt baths are a popular way to relax and unwind after a long day. They are known for their ability to soothe the skin, reduce soreness and pain, aid in exercise and athletic performance recovery, reduce stress and aid sleep, promote foot health,…

The Black Healing Salve That Amish People Have Used For Centuries To Help Treat Almost Any Skin Problem

Pierre Van Zyl9th June 2023Remedies & Green Beauty

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When it comes to natural solutions to common health and wellness issues, the Amish are a good group of people to ask. After all, without using truly any of the modern conveniences such as electricity or most chemical products, they use natural, homemad…

8 Plants To Help Repel Mice, Spiders, and other insects

Pierre Van Zyl6th June 2023Home + Garden, Learn, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Summer comes with beautiful weather, seasonal fruits, and blooming flowers. But it also has a major drawback: the insects. They are unavoidable whether you’re outside or even inside your own home. While bug traps and sprays often do the trick, you can …

Easy to Make All Natural DIY Mouth Wash

Pierre Van Zyl24th May 2023Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Oral health is a topic that doesn’t get much attention. It’s not something we tend to think about until something goes wrong, but the truth is that it’s one of the most important parts of our overall health. In fact, your mouth is hom…

Be Ready for Winter: Make Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup In 20 Minutes

Pierre Van Zyl19th October 2022Evidence Based, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Folk medicine has used elderberries for hundreds of years. Indigenous people have used them to treat rheumatism and fevers, and ancient Egyptians use them for burns and to improve their skin. Today, scientific research has examined elderberries for the…

15 Unusual Ways To Use Rosemary That Goes Way Beyond Cooking

Pierre Van Zyl2nd July 2020eat, Evidence Based, Heal, Health Awareness, Home + Garden, Kitchen Hacks, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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When you think about rosemary, you may imagine those dried, spikey bits that you find in the spice aisle at your local grocery store. While not everyone loves the dried stuff, however, fresh rosemary makes a very aromatic and flavourful addition to man…

DIY Natural Shampoo – Better Alternative That Works Compared To Harsh Chemicals

Pierre Van Zyl4th June 2020Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Let’s be honest: hair care is tricky business. We want to use products that are going to leave us with clean, shiny, voluminous hair, but also that are dangerous or damaging. Essentially, we want a natural shampoo that does the same thing as convention…

19 Ways to Use Wood Ash

Pierre Van Zyl8th January 2020Home + Garden, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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As winter’s cold temperatures and long dark nights hit the northern hemisphere, the only activity many of us want to do is to cuddle up by a warm, toasty fire. For those of us lucky enough to have a wood-burning fireplace, the crackling sound of the wo…

5 Great DIY Recipes to Fight Stubborn Household Mold

Pierre Van Zyl6th January 2020Home + Garden, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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The home war against mold is never-ending, and rightly so with all of its harmful effects. Mold, particularly black mold which is a term covering numerous types of fungi that look black or dark green, thrives in warm and moist environments. The perfect…

Calming Magnesium Body Butter

Pierre Van Zyl28th December 2019Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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We are enmeshed in the winter season, which means one thing: dry skin. Sometimes it seems like it no matter how much we moisturize, our hands become chapped after being outside for five minutes without gloves. And with the craziness of the holiday seas…

Natural Home Remedies for Hair Growth (Men and Women)

Pierre Van Zyl19th December 2019Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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It doesn’t matter what gender you are, everyone wants the hair they’ve been dreaming of. Unfortunately, people of all ages and genders experience hair loss, which can be frustrating, devastating, and embarrassing for some people. Whether you’re new to …

7 Amazing Things You Could Do With Those Orange Peels Slated For the Trash Can

Pierre Van Zyl8th July 2019Home + Garden, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Why spend so much money purchasing products you could make at home yourself with something that’s supposed to be thrown away?  Oranges are awesome fruits with amazing health benefits and a lot of people love to eat them in a variety of ways, subse…

DIY Bug Spray Made From Coconut Oil Works Better Than Deet

Pierre Van Zyl4th June 2019Heal, Health Awareness, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Summer nights, sunsets, and… bug spray. Many of you can relate to the seemingly unavoidable mouthful of insect repellent on a beautiful warm evening. Fortunately, there may be a natural alternative according to scientists. For those of you who would ra…

Natural Homemade Magnesium “Chill Pill” Gummies Great For Insomnia, Anxiety, And Stress

Pierre Van Zyl5th March 2019Heal, Health Awareness, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Experiencing anxiety is more than just feeling butterflies in your stomach. Anxiety can have a direct impact on your overall health, from causing complications in digestion to worsening symptoms of chronic illnesses, and even increasing your chance of …

Natural Evidence-Based Ways to Clear Excess Throat Mucus, Fast

Pierre Van Zyl20th February 2019Heal, Health Awareness, Make, Men’s Health, Remedies & Green Beauty, Women’s Health

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A feeling excess of mucus in your throat is a highly unfavorable sensation. A buildup can have you feeling as if something is stuck, and the urge to clear your throat can be both persistent and frustrating. In many cases, an infection in the upper resp…

Top 7 Natural Alternatives For Bleach and DIY Household Cleaner Recipes

Pierre Van Zyl4th January 2019Heal, Health Awareness, Home + Garden, Learn, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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It’s really easy and convenient to just tip the bottle and pour some bleach into cleaning buckets, toilets, tubs, wash-hand basins, and even on the kitchen counter. Bleach is the general name given to chemical products that whiten and disinfect fabrics…

4 Health Benefits of Drinking Okra Water and How to Make Your Own at Home

Pierre Van Zyl2nd November 2018Digestion, Drinks, eat, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Make, News + Discoveries, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Do you like ladyfingers? No, not the delicious and light ones used in make mouth-watering Tiramisu. We’re talking about okra, the nightshade vegetable with the weird texture and finger-like appearance – but don’t judge a book by its cover! Not only is …

4 Bedtime Drinks to Improve Sleep and Aid Weight Loss (Recipes)

Pierre Van Zyl3rd August 2018Digestion, Drinks, eat, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Make, Mental Health, Remedies & Green Beauty, Weight Loss

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Do you ever have those days where you leave home only to be hit by a reality you haven’t noticed in a while? Everyone’s walking around with raccoon eyes and blank stares on their faces, looking unkempt and sluggish, seeming like they’ve kind of given u…

Snoring Remedy: You Can Make This Anti-Snoring Jelly in 7 Minutes

Pierre Van Zyl2nd August 2018Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Keep this 4-ingredient Snore Relief Gel near your bedside to open up your sinuses and give you a better night’s sleep. Snoring plagues millions of people and can disrupt sleep for those who share a bedroom with them. While it’s often considered a commo…

How A Dietary Change Became One Woman’s Long Searched Answer For Eczema

Pierre Van Zyl18th July 2018Evidence Based, Heal, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Millions of Americans suffer from atopic dermatitis, more commonly known as eczema. According to the National Eczema Association, one in ten Americans will develop the condition during their lifetime [1]. A lot of research has gone into understanding e…