Ear infections – especially in younger children – can become a problem during the winter months. This is because it’s the height of the cold and flu season. Why can a cold or flu lead to ear infection? The ear is connected to the nasal cavities, so infections in the upper respiratory system can travel …
Sambucus nigra has a long history as a traditional medicinal plant. The father of medicine himself, Hippocrates, referred to it as “nature’s medicine chest” and recommended elderberry for a wide variety of conditions. The berries are rich in vitamin C and flavonoids, and are believed to protect against viral entry into human cells and interfere …
Pine needles are probably not the first thing that come to mind when you think of ingredients to turn into a sweet syrup. Humor us on this one and try it! I promise, you won’t be disappointed. When gathering your pine needles, focus on the young, pale green tips of the branch, as they are …
