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23.01.2022 Some great ideas to try while at home during a lockdown.

22.01.2022 They really need to do better than this if they want to have alternative energy sources.

22.01.2022 CHICKEN BONE BROTH Ingredients: 1 pound/500gms bone-in chicken (such as drumsticks, thighs, or wings) 2 leeks (roughly chopped)... 2 carrots (roughly chopped) 1 onion (peeled & roughly chopped) 2 cloves garlic (halved) 1/2 inch ginger (piece, peeled and chopped) 1 inch turmeric root (piece fresh, peeled and chopped) Alternatively use 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder. 6 black peppercorns 2 - 3 black cloves 1 bay leaf 2 litres filtered water 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (to help extract nutrients from the bones) * add salt to taste ** fresh cilantro/coriander (for garnish, optional) _______________________________________ Directions: - Place all the ingredients (except the fresh cilantro) in a large pot and bring to a boil. - Skim off any foam that may arise. - Reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook the broth with the lid on for 3 hours. - Strain the broth and serve hot with a garnish of freshly chopped cilantro. ** Store it in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer use.

20.01.2022 ALTERNATIVE HOME MADE ANTIBACTERIAL SANTIZER All the stores sold out of Isopropyl Alcohol? Never fear, try this alternative antibacterial sanitzer using Witch Hazel & Aloe Mist After Sun Spray. Ingredients:... - 1/2 cup all natural Witch Hazel - 1/3 cup Aloe Mist after sun spray - 10 drops of your favourite pure essential oil __________________________________________ Directions: - Mix all ingredients together and pour into application containers for use. I used a spritzer spray bottle to apply to hands and not only feels great on the skin it smells great too with no nasties. See more

16.01.2022 List of Acid & Alkaline Forming Foods https://rense.com/1.mpicons/acidalka.htm

15.01.2022 IMMUNE BOOSTING SMOOTHIE (ELDERBERRY PINK) Ingredients: 1 cup coconut water or pineapple juice 6 oz/170gm of greek yogurt... 6 strawberries, tops removed 2 tbsp honey 2 tsp elderberry juice 4 - 5 ice cubes (optional) _______________________________________ Directions: - Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. - Add more ice, if necessary. ** INFO - A 2001 study showed that consumption of black elderberry extract shortened the duration of flu symptoms by 3-4 days. Elderberry extract was shown to have actions that activate the immune system. Also high in Vitamin C.

14.01.2022 INTERESTING ARTICLE ABOUT AN ALKALINE DIET: https://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au//alkaline-diet-acid

13.01.2022 MINERALS FOR STRESS AND FATIGUE

12.01.2022 LAVENDER LEMONADE Ingredients: - 250 ml (1 cup) of water -30 ml (2 tbsp.) Dried lavender or 125 ml (12 cup) fresh lavender... - 1/2 cup (125 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons) - 1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar or 1/3 cup honey - 1L (4 cups) cold water OR use soda water for bubbles - Lemon and lavender wedges, for garnish ____________________________________________ Directions: Step 1. To make the lavender tea, bring the water to a boil, then remove from the heat. Add the lavender and leave to infuse, covered, for about 15 minutes, in a saucepan or a measuring cup. Allow to cool. Step 2. Over a pitcher, pass the infusion through a sieve. Add lemon juice and sugar, mix, then add cold water or soda water. Step 3. Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours. Serve with lemon wedges and lavender flowers. You can also make lavender ice cubes by placing lavender flowers to make your ice cubes to serve with the lemonaid. REFERENCE link to Original recipe - https://freebies.com//lavender-lemonade-to-get-rid-of-head

12.01.2022 MOCHA BROWNIE PROTEIN BARS Just 6 ingredients Ingredients: 3 scoops plant-based vanilla protein powder... cup unsweetened cocoa or cacao powder cup old-fashioned oats cup of cashews or pecan nuts 3 tablespoons of Honey 1 cups cold coffee ____________________________________ Directions: - Line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper. - Blitz the nuts in a blender first. - Then in a large bowl, stir together the protein powder, cocoa powder, oats, nuts and honey. - Mix in the cold coffee until fully incorporated. - Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, and evenly press it down with a spatula. - Chill for at least 2 hours, or until firm, before slicing into bars. See more

10.01.2022 Try this with your Avocado seeds :D

10.01.2022 IMMUNE BOOSTER SMOOTHIE (MATCHA GREEN) Ingredients: 2 bananas 2 cups orange or pineapple juice... 2 tbsp lemon juice 1-2 tbsp raw honey (optional - sub maple syrup for vegan) 1/2 tsp finely grated fresh ginger 1 tsp matcha green tea powder scoop of protein powder * It's important to try to use raw fresh ingredients where possible. ______________________________ Directions: - Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high until smooth. - Serve immediately.

10.01.2022 The healing herbs

07.01.2022 HOME MADE HAND SANITIZER - 3/4 up of Isopropyl or rubbing Alcohol - 1/4 cup of aloe vera gel - 10 drops of essential (pure)HOME MADE HAND SANITIZER - 3/4 up of Isopropyl or rubbing Alcohol - 1/4 cup of aloe vera gel - 10 drops of essential (pure)

07.01.2022 RICE WATER RINSE FOR HAIR - Full of nutrients, helps detangle and keep hair looking healthy and lush! An easy and cost effective way to give your hair the treatment it deserves. Rice water replenishes dry, damaged hair by strengthening and rebuilding it. Try it and see. Instructions below: INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup of organic brown or white rice 2 cups of water... __________________________________________ DIRECTIONS: - Soak the rice in two cups of water. - Leave it to soak for at least 30 mins, or even overnight - Once the water is cloudy, squeeze the rice in the water. - Strain the rice so you’re left with only the water. You can either store this water or let it ferment. Fermenting option: To ferment the rice water, leave it out for a day or two at room temperature (the warmer the room, the quicker it ferments). This will make the formula more potent, so once the rice has fermented, add a cup of water to dilute it slightly __________________________________________ HOW TO USE: 1. Use as a rinse through the hair after shampoo & conditioning hair, leave in for 5 to 10 mins for best results. Then rinse out. OR 2. Put rice water into a spritzer bottle and spray through wet hair after a shower as a "leave in conditioner". ** Try to do this once every week for the best results.

03.01.2022 Sambucus - is the botanical name, products using this are good to have in your medicine cabinet.

01.01.2022 With threats of deadly viruses around these days, here's a list of 15 common herbs that have Antiviral compounds. Mother nature's little helpers <3 <3 1) GARLIC- prized for its medicinal properties for thousands of years. 2) GREEN TEA - inhibits viral infections by blocking the enzymes that allow it to reproduce. 3) ELDERBERRY - has long been used to reduce the length and severity of flu symptoms (Sambucus nigra)... 4) OLIVE LEAF - identified as being a powerful inhibitor of a wide range of viruses in laboratory tests., including influenza, herpes, polio and coxsackie viruses. 5) OREGANO - contains plant compounds that have antiviral properties 6) SAGE - helps inhibit viral activity and sage reduces sweating and fever as well. 7) FENNEL - has antiviral compounds and helps to boost the immune system 8) BASIL - has antiviral agents and can help boost the immune system 9) ROSEMARY - contains Oleanolic acid and this has displayed antiviral activity against herpes viruses, HIV, influenza, and hepatitis in animal and test-tube studies 10) ECHINACEA - has immune boosting properties that prevent all kinds of viral infections 11) LICORICE - contains a substance called glycyrrhizin that reduces the replication of viruses and halts their ability to penetrate replicate 12) ST JOHN'S WORT - fights off viruses that thrive by imitating existing cells through cloaking 13) GINGER - Popular in teas and cooking and shows antiviral activity due to its high concentration of potent plant compounds. 14) REISHI MUSHROOM - has been revered for over 2000 years in Chinese medicine for it's immune boosting and antiviral actions. recognised as a superior herb. 15) ROSEHIP - Can be drank as a tea, helps boost the immune system and prevent colds and flu. **These are a guide only to assist and if symptoms for flu show please always see your doctor especially for young children, elderly and pregnant women. <3