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Did you know that your immune system is capable of healing pretty much every disease known to man? The body’s self-healing capabilities are quite astounding. There actually have been cases of people defeating cancer without the use of traditional medication ...

I’m an avid gardener and prefer to do things the natural way. That being said, I spend a lot of time composting, planting heritage fruits and vegetables, and using natural ways to control insects. But while the bugs can be ...

Diatomaceous earth (DE) is an all-natural chalky, soft powder formed from the microscopic fossilized remains of ancient single-celled animals, called diatoms. If you haven’t heard of diatomaceous earth and some of its amazing uses in and around your home, get ...

Millions of Americans are plagued with what is often called the “silent killer” — high blood pressure. Often, elevated blood pressure goes entirely unnoticed and undiagnosed until it is too late. Hypertension occurs when the force of blood against artery ...

Turmeric has been revered in the traditional medical systems of China and India for thousands of years for its anti-inflammatory properties. Because of its benefits,  turmeric has recently gained popularity in the West as a potent herbal medicine, too. The ...

The standard advice for feeding laying hens is simple: Just buy corn and layer mash. And if you’re primarily concerned with saving time and trouble, this is probably the right approach for you. But if you’re concerned with health and ...

The outdoors is a great place to be, but the enjoyment quickly can turn to annoyance when the bugs find you. Flies and mosquitoes not only deliver a painful bite but can also expose you to disease. You could douse ...

Early fall can be the most likely time to get a painful bee or wasp sting. It is during this time of year that the wasp colony’s social structure changes from raising workers to raising queens. Their behavior may seem ...

Native American Medicine When it comes to herbal remedies, many of us are familiar with the benefits of Echinacea or purple coneflower as an antibiotic, willow bark as a painkiller and aloe as a topical anesthetic and treatment for skin ...

I hate ants. But it’s not just that, I even hate getting rid of ants. Oh, I know they are industrious and hard-working, and maybe I can admire them as they march in and out of an ant hill with ...