Tools for Natural Living

Most people are aware of the plight of the humble honeybee, the numbers of which have decreased since the 1960s from approximately 7 million to a mere 2.5 million. More recently, Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) has greatly affected honeybee populations. CCD is just what...

Updated 2/11/19

Cumin refers to the dried seed of Cuminum cyminum, a Middle Eastern plant in the parsley family. The warm, earthy, and spicy-but-not-hot flavor of this spice is used whole or powdered to season a variety of foods, including some cheeses, pickles, and cur...

Berries get their color from anthocyanins, pigments that lend the fruits red, blue or purple color. Years of research has shown that these agents offer anti-inflammatory, anti-viral and antioxidant benefits, as well as anti-cancer properties. New research published in...

Humans are not the only species of animal that self-medicate. Cats and dogs, for example, chew grass to address gastrointestinal issues. Many animals ingest plants, fermented fruits and other agents from nature's pharmacy to aid digestion, to kill parasites, and to imp...