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HERBAL SEASONINGS AND BLENDS

FOR SALADS, VEGETABLES, EGGS, COTTAGE CHEESE ETC: 1 Tsp Finely chopped dried lemon peel 1 Tblsp Lemon Balm leaves 2 Tsp White Pepper 2 Tsp Paprika 2 Tsp Thyme 2 Tsp Onion Powder or Granules 2 Tsp Dill Seed 2 Tsp Parsley 1 Tblsp Garlic Powder or Granules 1 Tblsp Dry Mustard 1 Tblsp Marjoram Grind all together in a coffee grinder or blender. ___________________________ SEAFOOD BLEND – For grilled, poached and baked fish – either before or after cooking: 1 Tblsp Thyme 1 Tblsp Fennel Seeds 1 Tblsp Sage 1 Tblsp Marjoram 1 Tblsp Chives 1 Tblsp Onion Flakes […]

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Chamomile & Oat Straw Tea

For improving the skin, hair, nails, bone and teeth – try drinking chamomile and oat straw tea regularly – a pleasant tasting herbal tea rich in calcium and silica to restore balance to the system. Safe and effective for everyone. Use 1 heaped teaspoon to approx. 1 cup, drink around 3 cups per day for the most effect. A superb aid to sleep if used in a dose rate of 1 large tablespoon to 1 cup of water – 1 hours before bedtime.  May be safely used during pregnancy and for children.

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Healing With Herbal Teas

FOR ECZEMA: 1 part Chickweed 1 part Burdock Root 1 part Yellow Dock Root 1 part Sarsparilla Root 1 part Stinging Nettle FOR CLEAR UNBLEMISHED SKIN: 1/2 part Oat Straw 1/2 part Red Clover 1/2 part Burdock Root 1 part Sarsparilla Root FOR ARTHRITIS & PAIN: 1 part Alfalfa 1 part Yarrow 1 part Devil’s Claw Root 1 part White Willow Bark 1 part Dandelion Root Method for all formulas – gently simmer 1 heaped tablespoon of the mix in 3 1/2 cups of water for 15 minutes (lid on pot). Strain and drink 1 cup three times daily – […]

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Herbal Baby Balm

¼ cup Beeswax ¼ cup Jojoba oil ½ cup Calendula oil ¼ cup Plantain infused oil 3 tsp Castor oil 8 drops Chamomile essential oil Using a double boiler combine all ingredients and melt gently until beeswax is melted and oils are well mixed. Remove from heat, pour into a hot heatproof jug, add chamomile essential oil and pour into prepared pots. This makes several good sized pots that soothes and heals dry or damaged skin.

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Eyelash Thickener

1gm Beeswax 5ml Castor oil – organic 2ml Meadowfoam seed oil 2ml Jojoba oil – organic Combine all ingredients in a double boiler and stir until well combined. Pour into sterilised pots and allow to cool before placing lid on. The resulting mixture will be a thick gel type substance which will actually strengthen your eyelashes if used regularly. Apply a small amount often – too much will make your lashes stick together.  

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Peppermint & Myrrh Mouthwash

95mls Vodka (38 – 40% proof) 12 Drops myrrh tincture 3 Teaspoons peppermint – dried 12 Drops peppermint essential oil Place dried peppermint in vodka and leave to infuse for at least 3 weeks. Strain dried leaves from vodka. Place peppermint infused vodka into 100ml amber glass bottle, add peppermint essential oil and myrrh tincture and shake thoroughly before use. Works well with a dropper in the bottle. This mouthwash is excellent for mouth ulcers, soft, spongy and bleeding gums and to freshen breath. Use daily

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Cedar And Juniper Aftershave

200mls Vodka (38 – 40% proof) 2 Tablespoons juniper berries (Infuse these two together for at least 3 weeks or more if possible. Strain the juniper berries from the alcohol.) Place the alcohol extract into a large bottle or jar. To this add 100ml witch hazel extract, 40 drops cedarwood essential oil, 10 drops juniper essential oil, 12 drops sweet orange essential oil. Shake vigorously and bottle into a spray bottle or suitable aftershave container. This recipe makes enough for 3 x 100ml bottles of aftershave. It has antiseptic and astringent properties plus a deep woody and masculine fragrance without […]

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Herbal Sunburn Spray

50ml Melissa Hydrosol 30ml Aloe Vera Liquid 15ml Colloidal Silver 35 Drops Lavender Pure Essential Oil 10 Drops Peppermint Pure Essential Oil Combine all ingredients and pour into 100ml spray bottle (dark glass) Spray liberally onto sunburnt areas as often as required. This mixture relieves pain and inflammation and prevents blistering when used correctly, i.e. as soon as possible after exposure. Safe for all age groups. NOTE: This remedy is for after sun exposure.

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Citrus herbal powdered deodorant

• 1 Tablespoon Orris Root Powder • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Peel Powder • 1 Tablespoon Orange Peel Powder • 5 Drops Palmerosa essential oil • 5 Drops Lemon essential oil • 2 Drops Sage essential oil Method: Combine pure essential oils with the Orris Root Powder – grinding well into the powder to ensure no lumps. Add the other powders and combine thoroughly. Store in a sealed container. This mixture gets better with time. Dust under arms using a puff. Note: Always allow body to cool down after bathing, before applying a deodorant.

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Basic All–Purpose Cleaning Gloop

May be used for dish wash liquid, washing clothes, as a basic cleaning aid, as a fabric softener etc. Essential Oils may be changed if preferred. There are no chemicals contained in the gloop and it is very cost effective. • 1 Cup Cider Vinegar (not supermarket) • ½ Cup Grated Soap (fine) • 3 Cups Water • 1 Teaspoon Lemongrass Pure Essential Oil Boil Water; add soap and stir till dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the vinegar. Place in a glass container. For Shampoo: You may substitute Rosemary Tea, Lavender or Chamomile Tea (strained) for 3 cups […]

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Melissa & May Chang Face & Body Wash/Cleanser

• 1 Cup Castile Soap Liquid • ½ Cup Melissa Hydrosol • ½ Cup Neroli Hydrosol • 5 ml Jojoba Cold Pressed Oil • 7 Drops Melissa Pure Essential Oil • 7 Drops May Chang Pure Essential Oil Combine all ingredients in jar or bottle with a tightly capped lid. Shake well till blended. Pour liquid into suitable bottles. Plastic is safer if using in shower or bath. This is a most gentle lemony scented cleanser for the whole body. Helps remove grime and makeup, settles inflammation and is suited to all skin types.

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Relaxing And Healing Bath Salts

This is helpful for stress, sleep problems and skin irritation. To your basic bath salt recipe add- 25gm chamomile flowers – dried 25gm lavender flowers – dried 10 drops sandalwood essential oil Add essential oils as before – then combine drieds either mixed through or layered into jar.

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