Growing cilantro makes sense since it is so versatile and has so many benefits. Cilantro is related to parsley, but in my opinion it tastes way better! Growing up in Panama we didn’t really use this herb since we have culantro. But elsewhere it is quite popular and it can easily be incorporated into so… Continue reading Growing Cilantro? Learn what this Herb needs
The yolk is the first thing people notice when they crack open an egg. Many people wonder why chicken egg yolk color varies. The answer is quite simple, yolk color is based mostly on what chickens eat. Other factors that can affect color are outdoor forage, age of hen and environmental factors. As hens get… Continue reading What Changes Chicken Egg Yolk Color?
Motherwort benefits are plentiful, since this herb has been used medicinally for centuries. In Ancient China they used it to promote longevity. It is especially beneficial for women in all stages of their adult life, including supporting menstrual cycles to postpartum and menopause. It is traditionally used to treat nervous and anxiety issues. Studies have… Continue reading Motherwort Benefits mostly Heart, Anxiety and Women
The benefits of red clover are abundant. This herb is high in fiber, antioxidants and protein. It is a rich source of vitamin A, B, B2, B3, C and E. As well as minerals such as silica, potassium, lecithin, calcium, niacin, phosphorus, thiamine, chromium, and magnesium. Since it is a fodder crop, you can commonly… Continue reading Remarkable Health Benefits of Red Clover
Whiteflies are one of the worst pests you can have since they can quickly infest your plants both indoors and outdoors. They cause damage by sucking the juices from them. Whiteflies can also infect your plants with disease and cause a sooty mold to grow on the plant foliage, giving leaves an abnormal black color.… Continue reading 10 Ways to Control Whiteflies
There are around 600 varieties of mint, however most people are just familiar with the most common kinds which are mint, spearmint and peppermint. Mint is part of the Lamaiceae family that has about 7,200 species including many popular herbs such as thyme, oregano, catnip, sage, basil, lavender and many others. Since mint is the… Continue reading 23 Varieties of Mint that are Culinary, Medicinal and Ornamental
Medicinal benefits of yarrow have been known for centuries. Its genus name, Achillea, comes from a legend that says Achilles used this herb to stop the bleeding of his wounded soldiers. Chinese believe that yarrow represents the balanced ying and yang. They used it in divination rituals to find love and manipulate dreams. It was… Continue reading 8 Medicinal Benefits of Yarrow – A Must Have in Your Herbal First Aid Kit
