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Herbal First Aid

Here come the summertime burns, cuts, bites and stings. I recently gave a lecture on Herbal First Aid covering these topics and more. Here are the notes for everyone who couldn’t make it. Activated charcoal– draws out and absorbs toxins. Open up capsules and mix contents with a small amount of water. Leave on bitesContinue reading “Herbal First Aid”

Natural Insect Repellant

I am so grateful for the rain we have been getting this year. The countryside is incredibly lush and my garden is thriving, but naturally so are the bugs. Living out in the country, I see ticks on a daily basis—partially because my cats like to roam and are thoughtful enough bring them home toContinue reading “Natural Insect Repellant”

Ozonated Olive Oil for Summertime First Aid

We are lucky to have many wonderful local supplement companies in Fayetteville, but there is one local company that is making a product that is probably new to many of you: ozonated olive oil. Ozone is the special form of oxygen found in the upper atmosphere that we rely on to protect our planet fromContinue reading “Ozonated Olive Oil for Summertime First Aid”