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Author Archives: The Holistic Gardener
Sugar alternatives – How sweet it is or isn’t.
We know sugar is bad… but what are the replacement options. Some seem to be worse than sugar and with others the jury is still out or the trials not yet complete. As it stands we have two options; ‘artificial … Continue reading
Posted in Food fixes
Tagged artifical sweetener, natural sweetener, sugar alternative, sugar substitute, sweet taste
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How to poison mum for mother’s day
It’s easy to poison mum for mother’s day if you are getting her certain types of perfume, make-up, toiletries or other beauty products – here’s what to check for in the ingredients of the gift product. Acetone found in cosmetics … Continue reading
Spring allergies and histamine intolerance
Sometimes what we may think is the back end of a cold – a runny nose, red eyes, and sinus irritation – may in fact be the onset of an allergic reaction. Closed windows and constant central heating over winter … Continue reading
Posted in Gardeners Health
Tagged allergy, antihistamine, histamine, histamine intolerance, spring allergies, tree pollen
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seldom is spring without cold
According to Irish tradition the first of Feburary aka Imbolc (Imbolg) marks the beginning of spring. This morning there was blue sky and sunshine and an collection of spring flowers on offer in the local shops. And while this morning … Continue reading
Hypothermia awareness for gardener, farmer, forager and rambler
Hypothermia officially occurs when a person’s core body temperature drops below 35°C (95°F), but you know you are on the way if you have been exposed to extreme cold or a cold, damp environment for a prolonged period – or … Continue reading
a terrifically simple health-boosting thermogenic soup
There is the theory that hot soup of any kind raises the temperature in the nose and throat and so creates an unwelcoming environment for viruses that otherwise thrive in cool, dry places or which often find a way in … Continue reading
Posted in Food fixes
Tagged common cold, flu, soup, thermogenic, weight loss, winter warmer
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combat chilblains and other cold weather conditions
Chilblains – the medical name is perniosis – occur as a reaction to cold but not necessarily freezing temperatures. They occur more often when cold exposure is accompanied by dampness, icy water or snow – winter clearance of a pond … Continue reading
Posted in Gardeners Health
Tagged chilblains, cold weather, frost bite, gardeners First Aid
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herbal teas to help you sleep
I am frequently asked about Insomnia and for a quick fix. The long answer is to reset your circadian rhythm (search posts for that) and purge yourself of the stresses and bad habits (late coffees, late night social media and … Continue reading
Eat to beat the Winter Blues and S.A.D
At this time of the year when the light levels drop and the rain and cold puts a dampener on going outside we tend to plummet in our natural synthesis of Vitamin D – which is a precursor of serotonin … Continue reading
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Tagged depression, food craving, SAD, seasonal affective disorder, winter blues, winter wellness
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you don’t have to look that scary for Halloween – try a natural rejuvenation facial steam
Ok think of it as an alternative to bobbing for apples. Many herbs have volatile oils that are beneficial to skin care and a herbal steam is a simply way to get the benefits. Simply add crushed or chopped herb … Continue reading
Posted in Herbal Remedy Recipes
Tagged beauty tips, herbal cures, skin care, steam facial
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