Healthy Teas

From: https://thegrownetwork.com/apartment-apothecary-herbal-medicine/

Echinacea Tea Recipe

You can make a simple fresh Echinacea tea to drink during the cold and flu season by simply adding 1/2 cup of fresh Echinacea to 8 ounces of water. Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat for a few minutes, then add the Echinacea. Simmer covered for 15 minutes. Strain and add 1-2 tablespoons of raw, local honey. (The honey is especially helpful for a sore throat and a cough).

Turmeric Tea Recipe

Boil four cups of water, add one teaspoon of ground turmeric, and reduce the heat to simmer for 10 minutes.9) Then, strain the tea and add honey or lemon to taste. You can also add a pinch of black pepper for increased absorption. 

Ginger Tea Recipe

Simply steep between 1 and 1-1/2 teaspoons of freshly grated ginger in boiling water for about 10 minutes; then, strain and sip.

Honey and Essential Oils Lozenges Recipe

2 c. raw, local honey
20 drops Thieves essential oil blend*
20 drops lemon essential oil
5 drops oregano essential oil

Heat honey in a pot until candy thermometer reads 300°F (the “hard crack” stage). Stir constantly. Remove from heat and continue stirring until it cools slightly and starts to thicken. Make sure it is not still boiling continuously before adding your essential oils. Stir the oils in.

Then, in candy molds or on parchment paper, spoon out cough-drop-sized amounts of the honey/oils mixture. Allow to cool completely to room temperature. Store at room temperature.

Simple Cough Syrup Recipe

2 c. water
8 sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 c. fresh ginger root, finely chopped
1 c. raw, local honey
1 fresh lemon, juiced
1/8 t. cayenne pepper

Simmer thyme and ginger in water in a small pot over medium heat until the water is reduced by half. Allow to cool completely; then strain the herbs. Return the tea to the pot and whisk in honey, lemon, and cayenne pepper (which you hopefully grew yourself!).

Store in an airtight container.12) Take one tablespoon to soothe sore throat and calm your cough.

Mouthwash

From: https://thegrownetwork.com/take-care-teeth-naturally/

Make your own Mouth Wash

In a glass jar, mix 1/2 cup of filtered water, 2 teaspoons of baking soda, 2 drops of tea tree oil, and 3 drops of peppermint essential oil. Shake well. Store in your bathroom cabinet.

To use: Swish 3 teaspoons in your mouth for a minute or two. Try to avoid swallowing it.

Arnica Salve

from my Sister, Julie
1 c olive oil
1 c coconut oil
1 c arnica
2 Tb St. John's wort
1/2 c beeswax
20-40 Wintergreen oil

Infuse arnica and St. John's wort into oils using a crock pot by placing a cloth on bottom of crock, put oils and weeds in a jar, set the jar on the towel, and fills the crock halfway with water. Set to warm or low for 8 to 10 hours, gently swooshing jar occasionally. Drain the herb, squeezing as much oil out as possible. Melt the beeswax into the oil in the same manner. (I had to eventually whip the beeswax.) Let cool and add essential oils.

This stuff is wonderful.

Another to try from: https://thegrownetwork.com/apartment-apothecary-herbal-medicine/

Pain Salve Recipe

1/2 c. olive oil
2 T. cayenne powder
1/2 oz. beeswax

Infuse the olive oil with the cayenne powder using a double boiler technique. Strain through a cheesecloth. Then melt the beeswax and stir in the cayenne-infused olive oil. Pour the liquid mixture into jars or tins. Let it cool.

You can rub this salve directly onto the painful area. Not only does it allow you to avoid the dangerous side effects of over-the-counter pain medicines, but it may also work quicker than the oral pain relievers because it reaches the area of pain immediately without having to go through your blood stream to get there.

Diabetic Neuropathy Oil

• 1 ounce carrier oil (we use Mama Z’s Base)
• 3 drops geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)
• 3 drops lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
• 2 drops bergamot (Citrus aurantium)
• 2 drops eucalyptus oil (Eucalyptus globulus).
• 2 drops tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)
• Glass bottle

Instructions

1. Drop essential oils into a medium glass bowl.
2. Add in carrier oil and mix.
3. Massage over feet, legs or over problem areas.
4. Store in glass jar or in a lotion dispenser.

From Mama Z - http://members.drericz.com/eheoclub/diy-recipes/neuropathy-massage-oil/ 

Oregano Tea

Oregano Tea Recipe to heal strep throat, sinusitis, & infections

4 to 6 tablespoons fresh oregano leaveS

2 ½ cups water

1 tablespoon organic raw honey

Tea strainer

Method

Cut the leaves to release the oil.

Boil the water on the stove for 10 minutes.

Add oregano leaves and allow to steep for five minutes.

Strain and add the honey.

Drink while hot to reap its maximum benefits.[8]

Oregano tea uses:[9]

• Coughs, headaches, bronchial problems, swollen glands
• Depression, flu, head lice, warts, and athlete’s foot.
• Eczema, ear infection, sprains, colds, and back pain.
• Lyme disease, colitis / gastrointestinal disorders, canker sores, E. coli – and try it for whatever ails you.
• Indigestion, excess gas, bloating, urinary problems
• Allergies, burns, bleeding, fatigue.
• Constipation, parasites, fungus

DISCLAIMER: This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions about your medical condition and/or current medication. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking advice or treatment because of something you have read here. If you try this tea and your infection’s side effects remain, we advise that you go and see your doctor.

Melissa's Pain Cream

We'll see how this does for my hands and our other various aches and pains.

Dissolve 1 T magnesium flakes in 1 tsp vodka.
Add 1/2 TB each jojoba oil and sweet almond oil. Set aside.

In the jar you'll be storing the pain cream:
Melt 1/4 c coconut oil and let cool.
Add the magnesium mixture. Add the following:
5 drops Valor
5 drops Cedarwood
5 drops Orange
5 drops Ginger
5 drops Cinnamon
5 drops Eucalyptus
3 drops Lavendar
3 drops Clove
3 drops Lemongrass
1 drop Rosemary
10 drops Peppermint
10 drops Wintergreen
10 drops Black Pepper

Will keep you updated on how well this works.
I LOVE THIS,!! I've been using it on ,
My back and bum hip.

Gentle Insect Repellent

• 2 oz. clean spray bottle with a fine mist setting
• 1 ounce of distilled water and 1 ounce of vodka, or use 2 oz water
• 7 drops Citronella Essential Oil
• 5 drops Lavender Essential Oil15 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
• 3 drops Lemongrass Essential Oil
• 2 drops of Carrot Seed Oil

To Use: Shake the bottle before each use. Essential oils do not fully dissolve in water and alcohol and will settle. If you do not shake the bottle, you risk having concentrated droplets of essential oil irritate your skin.

Mist onto your skin and clothing and reapply as necessary. Discontinue use if you feel sensitivity from the repellent. Be careful not to mist delicate fabrics or surrounding furniture that may be harmed by the ingredients in the repellent. Be especially careful not to allow the mist fall onto into open beverages.

Made this - now checking it out. I am going to add a couple of drops of Basil Oil to it.

This works pretty good on ants in the kitchen!

Shampoo

TO TRY --- DIY Essential Oil Shampoo Recipe – Another from Dr. Axe, this recipe uses the gentle base of castile soap and adds nourishing natural ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups (1 can) coconut milk
• 1 1/2 cups liquid castile soap
• 40 drops lavender essential oil

Mix well and add to a BPA-free squeeze bottle. Shake before use.