Top 5 Organic Health Cures...

When it comes to natural medicine, you don’t need a PhD in botany to figure out what works - you just need Self. I have done a bit of research, focusing on studies that have been backed by researchers and experts - and put together some tips that I hope will assist you greatly in getting rid of or lessening your aches and pains. 1. PMS Soothers: Try Chaste Tree: This herb is cure for just about every gynecological...

How to Cook Corn on the Cob...

I have been getting lots of questions lately about what the best way to cook fresh corn on the cob is. I have personally done it several ways and here are some points that I hope will be helpful to everyone! How to Cook Corn on the Cob: Choose cobs of corn with bright green husks, light damp stalk ends and moist silk To store, wrap unhusked cobs in paper towel and refrigerate in plastic bag for up to 3 days To cook,...

How to Make Organic Preserves...

With an abundance of fresh fruits in the fields and at the markets, now is the time to preserve the sunny taste of summer to savour all winter long. And yes - it can most definitely be done the natural way - without preservatives. Here are a few directional recipes - easy to make and definitely worth the effort! 1. Strawberry Raspberry Jam: Strawberry Raspberry Jam Raspberry concentrate adds intense berry flavour to this...

Homemade Summer Pizza Recipes...

Why order in when you can easily make your own homemade pizza? Get creative with your own trendy toppings, a tasty sauce and homemade crust - here are three recipes that will most certainly be a hit with your family or friends! First - to get recipe for homemade crust: http://www.mama-knows.com/recipes/making-your-own-pizza.html To get tips for making the perfect pizza: http://www.mama-knows.com/recipes/top-five-tips-for-making-the-perfect-homemade-pizza.html To...

How to Grow an Organic Tea Garden...

There is something very special about a cup of tea made straight from the plant. In most herbs, the highest concentration of oil (and heathful ingredients) is in young, fresh leaves. Herbs are easy to grow and only require a small patch of well-drained soil and regular watering. Some herbs grow too easily - like lemon balm or mint - they will spread very quickly and can take over most of your herb garden before you know...

25 Health Myths Explained...

When it to comes to health, there is a lot of “information” floating out there. And not all of it is recognizable for what it is - which can be anything from half truth to nothing-like-the-truth. Check out the 25 medical “facts” here - which ones do you believe? 1. If you are pregnant and carrying a male fetus, it will “show high”: And it goes right along with: suspend a pregnant women’s...

Homemade Chive Biscuits...

These biscuits are great of you are planning a family brunch, dinner, relaxing lunch or weekend breakfast. Easy to put together and great as an addition to any meal! Homemade Chive Biscuits Homemade Chive Biscuits: 2 cups of flour 1 tablespoon of baking powder 1 teaspoon of salt 1 teaspoon of sugar 1/4 cup of cold, unsalted butter, diced 3/4 cups of half and half cream 1/2 cup of chopped fresh chives 1 egg mixed with...

Sugared Homemade Rhubarb Muffins...

These lightly and slightly sweet muffins will make a great addition to your breakfast menus or surprise your family when served as a snack. Sugared Homemade Rhubarb Muffins Homemade Rhubarb Muffins: 1-1/4 cups of sugar, divided 1/3 cup of canola or vegetable oil 1 egg 2 cups of flour 2 teaspoons of baking powder 1/2 teaspoon of salt 1 cup of fat-free milk 1 cup of chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb In a large bowl, beat...

The Special Role of Fathers...

Today is Father’s Day - so it is more than appropriate to acknowledge that very important role that fathers play in any child’s life. It is now well established that father’s involvement in child’s life is extremely important. Father’s interest increases child’s social development, sense of self-worth and academic success. And as important as women’s part in all aspects of child’s...

Top 10 Things You Can Do With Sugar...

Sugar may just be one of those things that got a lot of very negative publicity over the last few years. Sugar is not bad for you - anything used in moderation will not hurt you - and here are a few uses for that wonderful white stuff that you may not have thought or heard about. 1. Fire up the Grill: If you are using charcoal coals, you may not have to wait do long for them to burn well. Start-up the fire by tossing...