Sea Buckthorn berries are a power house of antioxidants and vitamins especially Vit C and Vit A ? Sea Buckthorn is a miracle plant that gives us one of the best types of berries in the world. I have shared recipes using Sea Buckthorn berries in an earlier post. But, this year, I decided to give Sea Buckthorn infused in honey a go from this year’s harvest.
Red currants are in season and I make a few preservation recipes with them. These berries taste wonderful once they are ripe after harvest. But they don’t last very long after harvesting. You know my love for fermented healthy food, so I also made lacto fermented red currants to enjoy the health benefits of fermented fruits as well.
With the current global scenario, pressure on farmers due to rising gas prices and growing food shortages, there’s no better time than now to grab a shovel and begin growing your own produce. Even if you’ve never turned a hand to gardening, with a few expert tips, you can move closer toward self-sufficiency and enjoy fresh vegetables year-round. So, to help you jump start with gardening, we will explore ways on how to start and sustain a productive garden.
I love making jams literally out of our berries and fruit harvest. The best way to preserve fruits long term without refrigeration is with sugar. Pineapple Jam is an easy way to preserve tropical fruits like pineapple to enjoy all year round. This homemade pineapple jam fits the bill for many reasons. Its perfect on sandwiches, toast and great as an ice cream topping too.
Our skin is our largest detoxification organ therefore what we put on our skin is absorbed into our body. This affects our skin’s health and body health too. This is why it’s incredibly useful to make your own skin care products. Try making this all natural homemade aloe vera cream for your skin. This body cream uses all natural and nourishing ingredients which is suitable for all skin types.
Most of us have experienced stomach distress and digestive issues from time to time. And an equal number of us have probably reached for a standard over-the-counter med. While these have their place, they’re not the only answer to gastrointestinal distress. Many natural remedies exist as well. They’re not only easy on the tummy but often life staples found in your own kitchen. If you’re looking for some easy and effective remedies try these 5 effective remedies to digestive problems you can do at home.
Learn how to make this natural, non-toxic ingredients and infused with essential oils. This natural homemade nourishing hand cream moisturises and revitalises tough, dried out hands during the colder months. Moreover, you can make this with very few ingredients and for the fragrance add essential oils of your choice.
In the northern hemisphere we are deep into the winter months. And part of my daily skin care routine is to use a non-greasy face moisturiser for dry skin.
This homemade face moisturiser is quite simple to make and doesn’t require any fancy equipment. You can whip it up easily and add this moisturiser also into your Christmas gift basket.
If you have tried cinnamon rolls from IKEA and wanted to make them, then this cinnamon rolls recipe is perfect. What more, you can make them fresh at your whim instead of the frozen and warmed ones from IKEA.
Sea Buckthorns are in season, so why not make a nice tasty and healthy snack for a change with them. I usually make eggless sea buckthorn muffins using spelt flour during our harvest time. Sea buckthorn berries provides dishes with a fresh and fruity twist. But, this powerful berry also has some incredible qualities that may be beneficial to your health as well. Check out my earlier post with Top 10 recipes with Sea Buckthorn berries.
