This nourishing face serum is a very special serum in my recipe book. Made with four of my favorite skincare oils, this blend is deeply hydrating and delivers a flattering bronze tint that can suit ma...
Wild berry folklore Wild berries have always been surrounded by a rich tapestry of folklore and myth. As I forage around my house during the magical time of berry season, I am often reminded of these ...
Bentonite clay: I brush my teeth with it, use it in deodorant, even wash my hair with it! This simple clay has gained popularity for many reasons. Some love it for its natural origin. Others value ben...
Sometimes I formulate my morning tea mix the night before, setting my tea on my desk so I'm ready to drink and write first thing. Other days, I shuffle in the predawn darkness as the water boils, ...
2. Foraging for food or producing local plants If growing plants is not feasible, the next best option for me is foraging and wild production. This practice involves collecting plants from their natur...
I try to hydrate and drink many minerals (including salt water), but sometimes my skin needs a little more hydration. This aloe vera lotion soothes dry skin and leaves skin hydrated. Works great as a ...
Each year, Mountain Rose Herbs sponsors dozens of herbal and community events that help educate and empower the herbal community. As the Mountain Rose Plant Sustainability Specialist, it was a ...
Where Wildflower Cordial Begins As summer approaches, one of my favorite things to do is to walk through my food forest/meadow. This area, while still under “construction”, is only in its ...
Salmon is one of my favorite fish for health, quick meal preparation. One way we like to eat salmon is with these Salmon Rice Bowls. It's the perfect gluten-free dinner on a busy weeknight, but I ...