Vegetable Gardening 101 Discussions - 12160 Social Network2024-03-19T12:45:34Zhttps://12160.info/group/vegatblegardnening101/forum?feed=yes&xn_auth=noTOP 10 CROPS TO PLANT IN LATE JULYtag:12160.info,2020-07-27:2649739:Topic:20323912020-07-27T13:20:03.031ZCentral Scrutinizerhttps://12160.info/profile/H0llyw00d
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</p> Helpful Guide For Buying Organic Seedstag:12160.info,2014-10-04:2649739:Topic:15075192014-10-04T07:49:28.384ZJ. Patriothttps://12160.info/profile/JohnBerry
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<p>Has all the talk around here lately about <strong><a href="http://thegoodhuman.com/2011/07/27/book-giveaway-urban-farming-sustainable-city-living/">urban gardens</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://thegoodhuman.com/2011/07/25/how-to-start-your-own-small-self-sufficient-farm-at-home/">small farms</a></strong> made you want to buy some organic seeds and plant some of your own food? Well you aren’t alone, as I do too! So I went and did some research on where to buy organic heirloom seeds to save you some time. Hope some of these helps you plant that organic garden you have always wanted.</p>
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<p><br/> <strong><a href="http://www.groworganic.com/" target="_blank">Peaceful Valley</a></strong> – Dedicated to preserving the environment by providing you with cost-effective, state-of-the-art, organic growing supplies and the information and tools needed to apply them.</p>
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<p><br/> <strong><a href="http://www.highmowingseeds.com/" target="_blank">High Mowing Seeds</a></strong> – High Mowing Organic Seeds is an independently-owned, farm-based seed company dedicated to supporting sustainable agriculture and providing farmers and gardeners with the highest quality certified organic seed.</p>
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<p><br/> <strong><a href="http://www.seedsofchange.com/" target="_blank">Seeds of Change</a></strong> – Seeds of Change was founded in 1989 by passionate gardeners with a vision to make organically grown seeds available to gardeners and farmers, while preserving countless heirloom seed varieties in danger of being lost to the “advances” of modern industrial agriculture.</p>
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<p><br/> <strong>Seeds Trust</strong> – Seeds Trust is a 25 year-old family seed company dedicated to teaching you to save your own seeds, grow a delicious home garden and create stunning native landscapes. We sell heirloom seeds (passed on from generation to generation), open-pollinated seeds (will reproduce true to form) and organic vegetable, native wildflower, native grass and medicinal herb seeds.</p>
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<p><br/> <strong><a href="http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/" target="_blank">Mountain Rose Herbs</a></strong> – Since 1987 Mountain Rose Herbs has been known for its uncompromising commitment to organic agriculture and steadfast focus on the pure aesthetics and freshness of botanical products.Throughout all of these magnificent and developmental years we have always put an emphasis on conducting business in an ethical, responsible, clear, and ecological way; hoping to pave a medium for other blossoming green companies.</p>
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<p><br/> <strong>Granny’s Heirloom Seeds</strong> – Grannys Heirloom Seeds is a family owned and operated business. We sell mainly to the home gardeners and farmers market vendors. The seeds we sell are open-pollinated and heirloom. All the seeds we carry are untreated and non-GMO.</p>
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<p><br/> <strong><a href="http://www.seedsavers.org/" target="_blank">Seed Savers Exchange</a></strong> – Seed Savers Exchange is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving and sharing heirloom seeds. Since 1975, our members have been passing on our garden heritage by collecting and distributing thousands of samples of rare garden seeds to other gardeners.</p>
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<p><br/> <strong><a href="http://www.burpee.com/organic-gardening/" target="_blank">Burpee</a></strong> – Stop wondering about food additives by knowing, firsthand, the soil, fertilizer, and processes that have been used to grow the vegetables, fruit and herbs on your family’s table. Take full control of nutrition by starting your own home organic garden today. Burpee has everything you need enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing the source.</p>
<p><br/> <strong><a href="http://www.agtoseeds.com/" target="_blank">All Good Things Organic Seeds</a></strong> – A certified organic company that offers vegetable, herb and flower seeds grown at Mano Farm in Ojai, California. We are committed to offering home gardeners and small organic farmers versatile, open-pollinated varieties that are adapted for organic growing conditions and perform well in diverse climates.</p>
<p>Do you have any favorite organic seed companies you buy from that I didn’t list here? Please be sure to let us all know where you get your seeds so we can check them out too. Happy gardening!</p>
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<p>While Kiwi is not a vegetable but a fruit, it may be interesting to realize that it can be planted and grown and that one Kiwi vine can produce 50 to 100 pounds of fruit. The fruit is rich with vitamins C, A and E.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://growingwildceeds.wordpress.com/2012/03/26/how-to-grow-a-kiwi-plant-from-seed/" target="_blank">How to grow a kiwi plant from seed…</a></strong></p>
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<p>While Kiwi is not a vegetable but a fruit, it may be interesting to realize that it can be planted and grown and that one Kiwi vine can produce 50 to 100 pounds of fruit. The fruit is rich with vitamins C, A and E.</p>
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</p> 100 Best Herbs for Your Health and Wellnesstag:12160.info,2013-12-30:2649739:Topic:13858332013-12-30T20:30:36.949ZRagnarokhttps://12160.info/profile/OldDenmark
<p>100 Best Herbs for Your Health and Wellness</p>
<p>If you’re interested in supplementing your health and wellness routine with some natural remedies, <a href="http://www.all-natural.com/top-ten.html">herbs</a> offer a valuable and time-tested way to do so. Whether you want to boost the health of your heart, ease the discomfort of arthritis, or just wake up your mind, this list of 100 herbs and medicinal plants can help you do it. Please keep in mind, however, that not all herbal supplements…</p>
<p>100 Best Herbs for Your Health and Wellness</p>
<p>If you’re interested in supplementing your health and wellness routine with some natural remedies, <a href="http://www.all-natural.com/top-ten.html">herbs</a> offer a valuable and time-tested way to do so. Whether you want to boost the health of your heart, ease the discomfort of arthritis, or just wake up your mind, this list of 100 herbs and medicinal plants can help you do it. Please keep in mind, however, that not all herbal supplements are appropriate for all people, so check with your doctor to see if you’re in the clear.</p>
<p><strong>Sensory Perception</strong></p>
<p>Give your <a href="http://www.ehow.com/how_2228398_take-herbs-improve-eyesight.html">vision</a> and hearing a boost by taking these herbs.</p>
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<li><strong>Ginkgo Biloba: </strong>Ginkgo has been attached to many potential benefits, but perhaps one of the most significant is its ability to improve blood flow to the eyes especially in those suffering from macular degeneration. It can also be valuable to your ears as numerous studies have suggested it can help prevent tinnitus and inner ear disturbances as well as a number of other conditions.</li>
<li><strong>Bilberry: </strong>A relatively unknown but powerful antioxidant, <a href="http://nccam.nih.gov/health/bilberry">bilberry</a> has a number of positive health effects for the brain and heart. It can also help to protect the retina and improve range and clarity of vision.</li>
<li><strong>Passionflower: </strong>If staring at a computer screen or reading in dim light has your eyes strained, try taking a passionflower supplement. It can help relax the small blood vessels in the eye and make seeing easier.</li>
<li><strong>Goldenseal:</strong> Sties and conjunctivitis can be irritating and embarrassing conditions. Take some <a href="http://altmedicine.about.com/cs/herbsvitaminsek/a/Goldenseal.htm">goldenseal</a> to help reduce the inflammation associated with these conditions and get you on the road to recovery.</li>
<li><strong>Aspalathus: </strong>This South African herb contains a number of antioxidants that are similar to those found in Bilberry. These can boost your eye health while giving you overall improved immune function.</li>
<li><strong>Mahonia Grape Extract:</strong> The sun can have an immensely damaging effect on the eyes, but this herb can help reduce the impact of sun damage while strengthening the retina, slowing eye aging and maintaining better overall eye health.</li>
<li><strong>Bilwa:</strong> Found in the sub-Himlayan forests, this fruit has been used in <a href="http://www.herbalremedies.com/bilwa-information.html">India</a> to help treat painful eye conditions like sties and conjunctivitis.</li>
<li><strong>Mullein flower: </strong>This flowering plant can be a natural way to help rid yourself of an ear infection as it acts as a natural bactericide when condensed to oil form.</li>
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<p><strong>Mental Health and Function</strong></p>
<p>Keep your mind sharp, alert and in good health with a little help from these plants.</p>
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<li><strong>Kava kava:</strong> This herb can help calm your anxieties by binding to brain receptors that promote relaxation.</li>
<li><strong>St. John’s Wort: </strong>Those with mild to moderate depression may find some relief with<a href="http://www.hypericum.com/">this herb</a>. Numerous studies have been done on it, most finding that it can be as effective as some prescription drugs at treating depression. Those with more severe depression should, of course, consult a medical professional.</li>
<li><strong>Valerian: </strong>Lull your body into a restful sleep with a natural remedy instead of prescription pills. Valerian has been shown to be as effective as traditional sleeping pills, while eliminating some of the more harmful side effects associated with them.</li>
<li><strong>Bacopa: </strong>Used in India for several thousand years, this flowering plant has been said to improve memory, learning and cognition. Studies have shown that it can do little to improve your old memories but does have an affect on newly acquired information, so start taking it sooner rather than later.</li>
<li><strong>Ginseng: </strong>Many people have heard of the herb <a href="http://www.vanderbilt.edu/AnS/psychology/health_psychology/ginseng.htm">ginseng</a>, but few know that there have been numerous studies done to document its effects. These studies seem to suggest that there can be some benefits of taking it that include improved memory and other mental performance and a whole host of other effects ranging from immune system stimulation to lowered cholesterol.</li>
<li><strong>Holy Basil: </strong>Also known as tulsi, this herb is not usually used in cooking like its cousin, but instead can help reduce the effects of <a href="http://www.prevention.com/cda/article/10-best-healing-herbs/5d728169c1903110VgnVCM20000012281eac____/health/natural.remedies/0/0/0/1">stress</a> on the body by inhibiting cortisol.</li>
<li><strong>Chamomile:</strong> Generally known as a relaxing herb, chamomile tea can be a great way to wind down after a stressful day and ease stress. Some also use it to calm nerves or relieve menstrual cramps.</li>
<li><strong>Suma:</strong> This rainforest plant can in some people help to normalize body systems and reduce the effects of stress.</li>
<li><strong>Brahmi:</strong> Give this Indian remedy a try to help boost your brain function and information retention.</li>
<li><strong>Gotu Kola:</strong> Commonly used in India, this herb can help to improve cognitive function and reduce anxiety, helping you think more clearly and calmly.</li>
<li><strong>Sage:</strong> Modern research has shown that sage can actually help make you wiser,<a href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/3189635.stm">improving memory</a> and reducing inflammation.</li>
<li><strong>Kudzu:</strong> Feel like you’d like to have better self control when it comes to drinking and killing all those brain cells? This herb can help you to curb your appetite for booze by helping alcohol more quickly get to the part of the brain that tells you enough is enough.</li>
<li><strong>Catnip: </strong>Not just for cats, this common herb when eaten can help reduce anxiety and produce an overall sedated effect.</li>
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<p><strong>Digestive and Urinary Systems</strong></p>
<p>Use these herbs to ensure that your plumbing stays in good condition.</p>
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<li><strong>Licorice: </strong>You may love the taste of <a href="http://www.licorice.org/">licorice</a> but might not have known about the beneficial health effects it can have. It can soothe and relax gastrointestinal tissues, helping ease the pain of ulcers and acid reflux and has even been shown to help increase bile production.</li>
<li><strong>Milk Thistle: </strong>Give your liver some help filtering out all those toxins by taking some milk thistle. It can help improve the regeneration of liver tissue and regulate liver function as demonstrated in testing done at <a href="http://www.radiologytechnicianschools.net/">radiology tech schools</a> nationwide.</li>
<li><strong>Peppermint Oil:</strong> A little dab of peppermint oil will do you to help relax the smooth muscles of your colon, stopping cramps and constipation that can be common symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.</li>
<li><strong>Ginger:</strong> An upset stomach is never fun to deal with, but <a href="http://www.theepicentre.com/Spices/ginger.html">ginger</a> may be the solution that you’re looking for. Ginger helps slow the production of serotonin, a major factor in the nauseated feeling you get when you are motion sick or experiencing pregnancy sickness.</li>
<li><strong>Senna:</strong> If you’re feeling constipated, this herb may work well as a natural laxative to get things moving again.</li>
<li><strong>Gentian:</strong> This super bitter herb has been used for generations to treat digestive problems. Its bitter tastes stimulates the digestive system, making it easier to get food through your system problem free.</li>
<li><strong>Uva Ursi:</strong> Try out this herb for a great natural way to help prevent getting bladder infections.</li>
<li><strong>Aloe:</strong> While great for healing burns and skin irritation when applied topically, <a href="http://www.gardensablaze.com/HerbAloeMed.htm">this plant</a> can act as a helpful laxative when consumed.</li>
<li><strong>Gamma Orizanol:</strong> Give this remedy a try if you want to help calm an upset stomach.</li>
<li><strong>Rose Hips: </strong>These small berries serve a dual purpose helping to reduce bladder infections and to fight constipation.</li>
<li><strong>Agrimony:</strong> If your whole digestive system needs a lift, try out this herb, said to improve stomach, liver, kidney and gallbladder function.</li>
<li><strong>Anise: </strong>This licorice-flavored herb can help prevent the accumulation of painful gas in the stomach and intestines.</li>
<li><strong>Celery Seed: </strong>Those having a little difficulty <a href="http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/celery-seed-000231.htm">urinating</a> may want to try this natural remedy out, cited for its diuretic properties.</li>
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<p><strong>Physical Appearance</strong></p>
<p>Help yourself look good at any age with these powerful herbs.</p>
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<li><strong>Burnet: </strong>The leaves of this plant have been used for thousands of years in China, and can help treat several skin conditions as well as reducing the inflammation of hemorrhoids and helping heal burns.</li>
<li><strong>Burdock: </strong>Used all over the world, this <a href="http://www.botanical.com/botanical/mgmh/b/burdoc87.html">substance</a> helps combat hair loss, treats dandruff, and helps skin problems.</li>
<li><strong>Calendula:</strong> Great for all around skin care, this herb can treat everything from acne to chapped lips.</li>
<li><strong>Comfrey:</strong> Use the leaves and roots of this plant to soothe skin irritations and promote connective cell growth.</li>
<li><strong>Plantain leaf: </strong>Because it has many soothing elements, this plant is one of the best remedies for cuts, skin infections, and chronic skin problems.</li>
<li><strong>Red Clover: </strong>If you’ve tried <a href="http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/red-clover-000270.htm">everything</a> to get rid of your acne, why not give this natural acne and skin clearingremedy a try?</li>
<li><strong>Sassafras Leaf: </strong>Said to purify and cleanse the body, this plant can be a helpful tool in getting acne under control.</li>
<li><strong>Solomon’s Seal Root: </strong>Make a wash out of this plant to help control <a href="http://www.amazines.com/Health/article_detail.cfm/83628?articleid=83628">skin problems</a>and blemishes.</li>
<li><strong>Spikenard: </strong>Acne, pimples, blackheads, and rashes don’t stand a chance against this inflammation fighting herb.</li>
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<p><strong>Heart and Circulatory System</strong></p>
<p>Give your heart and the blood throughout your body some healthy help with these herbs.</p>
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<li><strong>Garlic: </strong>Garlic is a <a href="http://www.garlic-central.com/garlic-health.html">powerhouse</a> when it comes to heart health. Regular usage has been shown to prevent cardiovascular disease and lower high blood pressure. In addition, studies suggest that it might help prevent cancer, kill bacteria, and even improve levels of t-cells in AIDS patients.</li>
<li><strong>Hawthorn: </strong>The berries of this flowering shrub are great for the heart, by helping to open up the coronary arteries, lowering blood pressure, or slowing a rapid heart rate. Users will see the best effects after six months or more of taking the supplement.</li>
<li><strong>Guggul: </strong>Guggul is thought to bind to cholesterol in your gut so that you eliminate it before it enters your bloodstream, helping reduce your overall cholesterol and feel better.</li>
<li><strong>Horse chestnut: </strong>Help prevent those unsightly varicose veins by taking some horse chestnut. Aescin and other compounds in the herb can help bulk up weak capillaries and veins, making them less prone to swelling and pain.</li>
<li><strong>Cinnamon: </strong>If you’re worried about the health of your circulatory system, consider adding a little <a href="http://diabetes.about.com/od/whatsonthehorizon/qt/cinnamon.htm">cinnamon</a> to your diet. Cinnamon has been shown to reduce blood sugar and help lower cholesterol.</li>
<li><strong>Dandelion:</strong> Dandelions are more than just an annoying weed, they can also be an effective way to help control high blood pressure. Researchers think it works like many prescription medicines, decreasing your blood volume and thereby your blood pressure.</li>
<li><strong>Angelica root: </strong>Traditional wisdom places this herb as a great heart strengthener, especially for those suffering from heart related conditions.</li>
<li><strong>Coriander: </strong>The seeds of the cilantro plant can help build and strengthen your circulatory system and make for a stronger, healthier heart.</li>
<li><strong>Cayenne: </strong>Containing capsicum, cayenne can help normalize <a href="http://www.healingdaily.com/detoxification-diet/cayenne.htm">blood</a> pressure, increase the elasticity of blood vessels, and even slow bleeding.</li>
<li><strong>Motherwort: </strong>This plant has a long history of use and contains the alkaloid leonurine which can have a relaxing effect on smooth muscles like those found in the heart.</li>
<li><strong>Gynostemma:</strong> This herb has been shown in laboratory studies to have a direct effect on the circulatory system, strengthening the heart and helping wounds heal more quickly.</li>
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<p><strong>Pain and Inflammation</strong></p>
<p>Don’t suffer through pain and inflammation, try these remedies instead.</p>
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<li><strong>Arnica:</strong> The yellow flowers of this plant provide powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Apply it to the skin to help reduce the pain and swelling of bruises, strains and sprains.</li>
<li><strong>Feverfew:</strong> Several studies have confirmed that <a href="http://herbalmusings.com/20-top-herbs-for-health.htm">feverfew</a> can help prevent and treat migraines. It works by reducing the amount of serotonin in the body and relaxing constricted blood vessels in the head.</li>
<li><strong>Willow Bark: </strong>A component of traditional aspirins, willow bark can be a wonderful way to naturally reduce minor aches and pains.</li>
<li><strong>Devil’s Claw: </strong>Native to southern Africa, this long-used remedy can be a helpful agent in reducing inflammation as well as back and neck pain.</li>
<li><strong>Chinese Skullcap:</strong> Part of the mint family, this herb can help reduce stress<a href="http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_g2603/is_0006/ai_2603000665">headaches</a>, the effects of PMS and even insomnia.</li>
<li><strong>Marjoram: </strong>Great for general aches and pains, this common herb can be even more effective when combined with chamomile or gentian.</li>
<li><strong>Thyme: </strong>Many use thyme in their cooking without being aware that it can help fight infection, reduce the pain of migraines and help clear out the lungs.</li>
<li><strong>Meadowsweet: </strong>Meadowsweet contains many of the chemicals used to make aspirin in its roots and when chewed can prove a helpful remedy for headaches.</li>
<li><strong>Cat’s Claw: </strong>While few definitive studies have been done, many believe this herb can reduce general inflammation and boost the immune system.</li>
<li><strong>Wood Betony: </strong>This attractive woodland plant does more than just look <a href="http://www.botanical.com/botanical/mgmh/b/betowo35.html">pretty</a>, it can also be used to reduce the pain associated with headaches.</li>
<li><strong>Witch Hazel: </strong>Those suffering from hemorrhoids especially will appreciate the anti-inflammatory properties of this herb.</li>
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<p><strong>Illness Prevention and Treatment</strong></p>
<p>Check out these herbs and plants to help keep you in general good health.</p>
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<li><strong>Ephedra: </strong>One of the oldest cultivated medicinal herbs, <a href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ephedra/NS_patient-ephedra">Ephedra</a> is most commonly used to help treat and prevent colds. It works by dilating the bronchial tubes through the release of adrenaline to be especially useful to those suffering from allergies and asthma. Long term usage can be harmful, however, so take it with care.</li>
<li><strong>Echinacea:</strong> Give your immune system a boost by taking some echinacea. It activates the body’s natural defense mechanism, white blood cells, and helps your body prevent and fight off harmful infections and bacteria.</li>
<li><strong>Astragalus:</strong> The Chinese have known about and used this herb for thousands of years for a variety of different ailments. Recent studies have shown that it may have a very real effect on the immune system, increasing immune activity and effectiveness.</li>
<li><strong>Elderberry:</strong> Keep the flu at bay by chomping down on this berry. Rich in vitamins A and C, it’s been shown to prevent the flu virus from spreading to healthy cells and cuts recovery time in half.</li>
<li><strong>Andrographis:</strong> Help keep your colds short and sweet by taking a little bit of this herb. Studies have shown it can help reduce symptoms like fatigue, sleeplessness, sore throat, and runny nose up to 90%.</li>
<li><strong>Kelp:</strong> Kelp is very <a href="http://www.1001herbs.com/kelp">high in iodine</a> which is a natural infection fighter. As a bonus, it contains substances that are beneficial to hair and nails.</li>
<li><strong>Yarrow:</strong> While too much yarrow can be quite dangerous, a careful amount can be a great assistor in breaking a fever and fighting off a cold or flu.</li>
<li><strong>Boneset:</strong> An infusion of this herb can help you to more quickly fight off a cold.</li>
<li><strong>Elder:</strong> When you feel a cold or the flu coming on, enjoy some herbal tea made from this plant. If you are growing it at home, never eat the green parts of the plant as they are poisonous.</li>
<li><strong>Pleuresy root: </strong>Sometimes also called butterfly weed or Indian paintbrush, this variety of milkweed can help you get more out of your coughs when you have a cold or soothes some of the inflammation as well.</li>
<li><strong>Pau d’arco: </strong>This <a href="http://www.paudarco.org/">Brazilian herb</a> is thought to be an all around booster to your immune system.</li>
<li><strong>Maitake:</strong> Check out this mushroom, common in asian medical practice for a jump start for your immune system as well as for help with blood pressure and cholesterol.</li>
<li><strong>Horehound: </strong>Sore throats and coughs can be remedied by making a tea of the leaves of this plant.</li>
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<p><strong>Diseases and Conditions</strong></p>
<p>While not cure-alls, these <a href="http://asktom-naturally.com/naturally/herbs.html">herbs and plants</a> can help reduce the symptoms and severity of a variety of medical conditions.</p>
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<li><strong>Khella:</strong> Check out this Middle Eastern herb for a little help on preventing those asthma attacks before they start. It dilates your bronchial tubes and relaxes the muscles that spasm during an attack, helping keep you breathing easy.</li>
<li><strong>Gymnema:</strong> Help reduce the effects of your diabetes symptoms by stimulating your pancreas to pump out more insulin with this herb. Used for thousands of years, recent preliminary studies have shown that it can have a big impact on reducing blood sugar.</li>
<li><strong>Eyebright: </strong>Don’t let hay fever leave you knocked out with red eyes and a runny nose. This herb can help make your immune system less reactive to airborne allergens, making your life a little easier during allergy season.</li>
<li><strong>Lemon Balm:</strong> While there is no cure for <a href="http://www.thirdage.com/healthguide/lemon-balm">herpes</a>, there are ways that you can help make it a little more bearable, both in it’s genital and cold sore forms. Lemon balm can help reduce itching, swelling, and tingling while speeding up healing.</li>
<li><strong>Rosemary:</strong> While rosemary itself may not have any proven medical benefits, the application of it to other foods can. Studies have shown that rosemary helps prevent the formation of carcinogens caused by grilling foods.</li>
<li><strong>Wild Cherry:</strong> Wild cherry isn’t just a soda flavoring, it can also help with asthma by loosening phlegm in the chest and throat and reduce inflammation of tissues.</li>
<li><strong>Fenugreek seed:</strong> Try this multipurpose remedy for help with allergies, coughs, headaches and sore throat.</li>
<li><strong>Forsythia: </strong>If you fear you may have picked up lyme disease, this flowering scrub may offer you some help by providing antibacterial properties to weaken the disease.</li>
<li><strong>Boswellia: </strong>This herb relieves symptoms of both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, and can even work well for those who reacted negatively to other natural treatments.</li>
<li><strong>Turmeric: </strong>Those suffering from painful joints due to arthritis may be well advised to add a little <a href="http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=78">turmeric</a> into their diets. This spice, used in curry, contains curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory substance which can help reduce the pain and swelling.</li>
<li><strong>Yucca Root: </strong>Yucca root reduces inflammation of the joints, making it a valuable remedy for arthritis.</li>
<li><strong>Nettle: </strong>Extracts of this plant have been used to treat conditions like arthritis, anemia and hay fever.</li>
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<p><strong>Reproductive Health</strong></p>
<p>Ensure that your reproductive organs are in good health with these herbal remedies.</p>
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<li><strong>Sea Buckthorn:</strong> Women suffering from vaginal dryness may find a natural cure in this remedy. It contains palmitoleic acid which helps hydrate mucus membranes and keeps skin moisturized.</li>
<li><strong>Black Cohosh:</strong> Make menopause easier by checking out this herb, used by some Native American groups. It contains plant estrogens which can help regulate and balance your rapidly changing hormones.</li>
<li><strong>Chaste Berry: </strong>The small, peppery-tasting berries of this plant can offer some help to women coming off birth control or those who just need a little assistance in regulating their hormones and menstrual cycles.</li>
<li><strong>Dandelion:</strong> If you suffer from a large amount of fluid retention around your time of the month, consider taking dandelion. It has natural diuretic properties that help eliminate excess fluids.</li>
<li><strong>Dong Quai:</strong> This plant has <a href="http://www.kcweb.com/herb/donquai.htm">estrogenic</a> properties making it a good choice for women who want to balance their hormones and ease common PMS symptoms. Be advised that it can take up to a year to see results from taking it.</li>
<li><strong>Raspberry Leaf: </strong>Pregnant women should check with their doctors before taking this herb, but it’s generally considered safe and can help ease the painful process of labor.</li>
<li><strong>Saw Palmetto: </strong>Get some help keeping your prostate in good health with this herb. It reduces the symptoms of an enlarged <a href="http://www.mendosa.com/sawpalm.htm">prostate</a>, in some cases as much as a prescription medication, though it may not work for every man.</li>
<li><strong>Daminana Leaf:</strong> This multipurpose herb can help deal with sexual dysfunction issues in both men and women as well as helping to reduce hot flashes associated with menopause.</li>
<li><strong>Sarsaparilla:</strong> With effects similar to the male hormone testosterone, this herb can be a great way to stimulate the sex drive in both men and women.</li>
<li><strong>Beth Root:</strong> Some have seen balancing effects on the hormones with this herbal tincture, leading to normalized menstrual bleeding, reduced effects of menopause and easier pregnancy.</li>
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<p><span class="font-size-4" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">I love farming. I love our animals, I love our life style. We raise what we eat, our freezers are full of delicious milk beef, sheep and pork. Our plates are never empty. Milk steer meat is a softer meat, I never eat any other type of meat at home. We rarely go out to eat. All we think about is a great Chicago hotdog or beef. That is it.…</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">I love farming. I love our animals, I love our life style. We raise what we eat, our freezers are full of delicious milk beef, sheep and pork. Our plates are never empty. Milk steer meat is a softer meat, I never eat any other type of meat at home. We rarely go out to eat. All we think about is a great Chicago hotdog or beef. That is it.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">Our family land is clean, as clean as it can be. No chemicals, no people, just birds, animals, life. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">We have 2 pear trees bosch and bartlett which are DELICIOUS and natural. The seeds of most fruit is chocked full of laetrile which is KNOWN to attack cancer.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4"><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">I grow in Fukushima's shadow (<a href="http://nuclearcrimes.org/">http://nuclearcrimes.org/</a>). I see mutation around me so I have to over come it with knowledge and belief...embracing my fears. </font></span></p>
<p><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 19px;">I know that ash from trees (I am 5 miles from Galena, IL Territories which is a heavy woods attraction) is known to help with cleaning radiation. Just incorporate into your garden. </span></font></p>
<p><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 19px;">I know that mushrooms absorbs radiation so I am researching what mushrooms work best around my veggies. </span></font></p>
<p><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 19px;">I plan on supporting our bees, birds, creatures by growing the most healthiest flowers that I can possibly find. Nettles which are RICH and so fricking healthy for animals and humans; they flower. </span></font></p>
<p><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 19px;">I have been crushing the stems into soil for my start ups...just go into your woods, you will know stinging nettles by touch. Make sure you have thick gloves and long sleeves these things live up to their name but so worth the hassles. Best to look on line to know it. Wonderful, wonderful...just take the top 4" of this plant, dry (160 degrees in oven) then soak in baking soda, rinse, dry out, towel dry, then put in oven. Put in EVERYTHING you eat. </span></font></p>
<p><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 19px;">Tea tree flowers are super healing. The bees need our help, I think. I think if we focus on flowers that are super healing then we do affect good for our tiny creatures. I just started them last week.</span></font></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 19px; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The goal is to absorb as much toxic metals from around us and from above us. </span></p>
<p><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 19px;">I also plan to tent or hoop the plants to avoid further particle exposure as humanly possible. I am taking a pledge to learn and decrease our exposure as much as I can. Maybe filters around the base...much to think about.</span></font></p>
<p><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 19px;">Side note: <span style="color: #800000;">I do have a geiger counter which helps and gives me instant gratification and comfort. </span> </span></font></p>
<p><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 19px;">My dome greenhouse (solar covered) in summer hits as high as 150 degrees plus so I plan to grow watermelons, tomatoes, beans, whatever I can. </span></font></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4"><font face="tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">So we are planning on opening a CSA where people who are as concerned as we are finding, growing, uncontaminated vegetable as best/healthy as possible. I am radiation aware.</font></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">We are blessed to have artesian water on your property as well as a stocked pond. I am going to invest in sea weed to home grow.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">There is much to think about and do.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-4">What do you plan to do and how can we help each other?</span></p> CareTakers - Nature's Pharmacy (Pondoland Wild Coast)tag:12160.info,2011-07-15:2649739:Topic:4960462011-07-15T23:12:58.879ZMaria De Windhttps://12160.info/profile/MariaDeWind
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<h1>Green gardening secrets: How to eliminate bugs and pests without using poison</h1>
<p>Wednesday, May 04, 2011 by: Neev M. Arnell</p>
<p>(NaturalNews) As people are turning away from chemical ingredients in everything from</p>
<div><a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/032276_gardening_natural_pesticides.html#">cleaning products</a> to beauty products, they are also turning to chemical-free foods by growing food in their own backyards.<br></br><br></br>In order to keep your homegrown produce as free…</div>
<h1>Green gardening secrets: How to eliminate bugs and pests without using poison</h1>
<p>Wednesday, May 04, 2011 by: Neev M. Arnell</p>
<p>(NaturalNews) As people are turning away from chemical ingredients in everything from</p>
<div><a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/032276_gardening_natural_pesticides.html#">cleaning products</a> to beauty products, they are also turning to chemical-free foods by growing food in their own backyards.<br/><br/>In order to keep your homegrown produce as free from harmful chemicals as possible while keeping crop-destroying pests to a minimum use natural <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/032276_gardening_natural_pesticides.html#">pest control</a> methods. If prevention doesn't get the job done, try some home remedies first. As a last resort, you can turn to organic pesticide--just make sure all the <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/ingredients.html">ingredients</a> are listed and they are all things you are not afraid to put on your <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/food.html">food</a>.<br/><br/><strong>Prevention</strong><br/><br/>Preventing pest problems before they <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/032276_gardening_natural_pesticides.html#">start</a> is the best way get ahead of the problem (<a href="http://eartheasy.com/grow_nat_pest_cntrl.htm" target="_blank">http://eartheasy.com/grow_nat_pest_...</a>). You can do this by following some commonsense guidelines, such as pulling out any weak or already infected <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/plants.html">plants</a>, building healthy soil to nurture strong plant growth, disinfecting tools after working on infected plants and minimizing breeding grounds for <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/pests.html">pests</a> by getting rid of non-essential areas of the <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/garden.html">garden</a> that might serve as a habitat. It is also useful to interplant and rotate crops because it will stop spreading or reinfestation of the many pests that are specific to one type of plant.<br/><br/><strong>Fight <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/nature.html">nature</a> with nature</strong><br/><br/>Naturally attracting beneficial <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/insects.html">insects</a> to your garden is one way to fight pests. These insects will prey on plant-damaging pests or their larvae and promote a healthier <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/environment.html">environment</a> for your crops. Different predator species have different prey, so the type of predator insect you want to promote in your garden will depend on the type of pest problem you are dealing with.<br/><br/>Two commonly used predator insects include ladybugs and lacewings. (<a href="http://eartheasy.com/grow_nat_pest_cntrl.htm" target="_blank">http://eartheasy.com/grow_nat_pest_...</a>). Ladybugs eat whiteflies scale, mites and aphids and are attracted to tansy, members of the daisy family and yarrow (<a href="http://eartheasy.com/grow_nat_pest_cntrl.htm" target="_blank">http://eartheasy.com/grow_nat_pest_...</a>). Lacewings are also attracted yarrow as well as goldenrod, asters and black-eyed susan. They eat aphids and their larvae eat aphids as well as other varieties of insects.<br/><br/>University of Rhode Island Horticulture Program recommends dedicating five to ten percent of your garden space to growing <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/flowers.html">flowers</a> for beneficial insects like lady bugs and lacewings (<a href="http://www.uri.edu/ce/factsheets/sheets/beneficialinsects.html" target="_blank">http://www.uri.edu/ce/factsheets/sh...</a>).<br/><br/><strong>URI suggestion for annual flowers to encourage beneficial insects:</strong><br/><br/>Spring: alyssum and buckwheat<br/>Early <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/summer.html">summer</a>: coriander, dill, yarrow and buckwheat<br/>Mid-summer: coriander, fennel, dill, caraway, black-eyed susan, yarrow and dwarf sunflowers<br/>Late summer: coriander, dill, black-eyed susan and dwarf sunflowers<br/>Fall: alyssum, <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/buckwheat.html">buckwheat</a> and dwarf sunflowers<br/><br/><strong>Homemade pest deterrents</strong> <br/><br/>If pests are still problematic homemade <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/pesticides.html">pesticides</a> may provide the solution (<a href="http://www.motherearthnews.com/Organic-Gardening/1994-02-01/Guide-To-Organic-Pesticides.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.motherearthnews.com/Orga...</a>). Ants, for example, are deterred by vinegar and coffee grounds, aphids by <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/garlic.html">garlic</a> and cayenne pepper, and slugs by eggshells.<br/><br/>There are as many different <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/home.html">home</a> pest concoctions as there are pests. Using garlic and <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/onions.html">onions</a>, according to Mother Earth News, is just one way to kill aphids and apple borers, for instance. All you have to do is grind up raw onions or garlic into a puree, soak it warm <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/water.html">water</a> overnight and strain. The liquid can then be sprayed on roses, fruit trees, and flowers (<a href="http://www.motherearthnews.com/Organic-Gardening/1994-02-01/Guide-To-Organic-Pesticides.aspx?page=2" target="_blank">http://www.motherearthnews.com/Orga...</a>).<br/><br/><strong>Commercial pesticides</strong><br/><br/>Organic pesticides will often use ingredients similar to those in the homemade kind and have the added benefit of convenience. But consumers beware, just because a <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/pesticide.html">pesticide</a> is labeled organic or <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/natural.html">natural</a> does not mean that it is harmless to <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/the_environment.html">the environment</a>.<br/><br/>A 2010 study from the University of Guelph revealed that some <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/organic.html">organic</a> pesticides can have a higher <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/environmental_impact.html">environmental impact</a> than conventional pesticides because the organic product may require larger doses.<br/><br/>"We found the mineral <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/oil.html">oil</a> organic pesticide had the most impact on the environment because it works by smothering the aphids and therefore requires large amounts to be applied to the plants," said Rebecca Hallett, professor of <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/environmental.html">environmental</a> sciences at the University of Guelph in Canada (<a href="http://bit.ly/d5S6fx" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/d5S6fx</a>).<br/><br/>Organic pesticides on the market often also only list active ingredients. But the active ingredients only comprise 1-2 percent of the solution, leaving 98-99 percent unknown. Nearly 4,000 inert ingredients--including several hundred that are considered hazardous under other federal rules--are used in agricultural and residential pesticides, according to Environmental Health News (<a href="http://www.environmentalhealthnews.org/ehs/news/inert-ingredients-in-pesticides" target="_blank">http://www.environmentalhealthnews....</a>).<br/><br/>"In terms of making pest management decisions and trying to do what is best for the environment, it's important to look at every compound and make a selection based on the environmental impact quotient rather than if it's simply natural or synthetic," said Hallett.<br/><br/>For those who do want to use organic pesticides, one that is effective against a number of pesticide-resistant insects and does not <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/harm.html">harm</a> beneficial insects is <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/neem_oil.html">neem oil</a>. Also, being that it is biodegradable, it does not leave a residue on the final produce. Nature Neem offers a 100 percent cold pressed neem oil <a href="http://www.natureneem.com/index_fichiers/Neem_oil_cold_pressed.htm" target="_blank">http://www.natureneem.com/index_fic...</a>), so there are no other ingredients. Because it is oil it requires an emulsifier in order to mix with water, but it is possible to use household hand washing or dishwashing soaps.<br/><br/>Pharm Solutions Inc. is a company that also sidesteps the unknown ingredients pitfall by listing all ingredients on the label. Its Veggie Pharm insecticide and fungicide (<a href="http://pharmsolutionsinc.com/veggie_pharm.html" target="_blank">http://pharmsolutionsinc.com/veggie...</a>) is made with the pure oils of cottonseed, garlic, peppermint and rosemary. The inactive ingredients include non-GMO canola oil, food grade oleic acid, and USP grade glycerin and carbonic acid monopotassium salt and carrot juice, and the remaining 83.3 percent is water. It has the added benefit that an emulsifier is already added, so it is ready to use.<br/><br/> <br/>
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</div> How To Build A Basic Aquaponics Systemtag:12160.info,2011-02-11:2649739:Topic:3100752011-02-11T00:46:55.138ZFreedomroxhttps://12160.info/profile/Freedomrox
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<p>How To Build A Basic Aquaponics System</p>
<p>A Basic guide on how to build your own Aquaponic System. This system is based on the Barrel Ponics and the S&S setup and was built by me in the summer of 07′.</p>
<p>Step 1: Three parts of aquaponics:</p>
<p>Aquaponics is made up of three main parts. First there are fish, second there are plants, and third there are bacteria. Bacteria are very important to the balance of the whole system. They live with the…</p>
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<p>How To Build A Basic Aquaponics System</p>
<p>A Basic guide on how to build your own Aquaponic System. This system is based on the Barrel Ponics and the S&S setup and was built by me in the summer of 07′.</p>
<p>Step 1: Three parts of aquaponics:</p>
<p>Aquaponics is made up of three main parts. First there are fish, second there are plants, and third there are bacteria. Bacteria are very important to the balance of the whole system. They live with the fish and the plants. Fish are what help the plants grow, and the plants work with the bacteria to keep the fish happy.</p>
<p><br/>Step 2: Cut container into three:</p>
<p>Here we have a 275 gallon liquid storage container used for storing many different substances. I have gone ahead and cleaned it out with regular water, marked it where I would like to cut it, removed it from its cage, and gone ahead with a skill saw and cut it into three separate portions as seen here. I have then gone ahead with a hack saw and cut the cage into two portions as well: a top and bottom. I have then gone ahead and fastened the top with zip ties to the bottom and also rotated the top portion 180 degrees, allowing me to have extra space in the back for where I would like to have my reservoir to sit on top to complete an ebb and flow cycle.</p>
<p><br/>Step 3: The reservoir:</p>
<p>Here is my reservoir. I have gone ahead and added regular water out of the hose, and I have spent the last two weeks trying to grow algae because I did not know what was in the containers. By growing algae, it assured me that before adding anything into the system it is able to grow what I would like it to grow. This is a good container for aquaponics because if anything happens, the water will spill right back down into the bottom area where the fish are stored.</p>
<p><br/>Step 4: The Fish:</p>
<p>Seeing here I have two types of fish: goldfish and carp fingerlings. This has now completed the fish portion of the aquaponics system. I have gone ahead and purchased a basic goldfish food found in most stores. I feed them twice to once a day in order to keep them alive.</p>
<p>Step 5: The plant life:</p>
<p>The plants in the system I have kept real basic. I've added lettuce, basil, marigolds, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and zucchini. Seen here is a root system from a lettuce and basil cutting taken ten days ago.</p>
<p>Step 6:</p>
<p>How the system works. Water is pumped continuously through this closed-loop system. It exits through these two drain holes coming from the grow bed after the reservoir is completely filled, and empties through a self siphoning system. Water goes up this black pipe from the pump, a little of it trickles into the reservoir, and when the reservoir is filled, it empties into the grow bed.</p>
<p>Step 7: Thanks for watching.</p>
<p>Ready-to-harvest cherry tomatoes. These cherry tomatoes were on the vine for about a month and a half before they were ripe and ready to pick. I have jalapeno peppers shown here which have about two to three more weeks to go before I will pick them. Thank you for watching and have a wonderful day.</p>
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Just thought I would share a good seed resource I found: <a href="http://www.damseeds.ca">http://www.damseeds.ca</a>. It's a family farm just outside Dundas Ontario and are totally dedicated to non-gmo seeds and farming. I live nearby and went to their store and was amazed at the range of products they have. They also welcome internet orders, but apparently there are issues shipping to the US, though I am not totally sure.<br/>
Just thought I would share a good seed resource I found: <a href="http://www.damseeds.ca">http://www.damseeds.ca</a>. It's a family farm just outside Dundas Ontario and are totally dedicated to non-gmo seeds and farming. I live nearby and went to their store and was amazed at the range of products they have. They also welcome internet orders, but apparently there are issues shipping to the US, though I am not totally sure.<br/> favorite varieties to grow?tag:12160.info,2010-03-18:2649739:Topic:1602722010-03-18T03:35:09.868Zjohnhttps://12160.info/profile/john748
post your favorite varieties of whatever u grow! and the ones to stay away from if u like.
post your favorite varieties of whatever u grow! and the ones to stay away from if u like.