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No more bulky camping gear! All-in-one tent inspired by spacesuits combines insulated shelter with a sleeping bag and mat. The Humanure Handbook - Instructional Manual. Preparing the Essiac Tea Recipe - Essiac Facts. We’re going to work in liters and grams because English and American pints are completely different, and the English don’t use quarts anymore.

Preparing the Essiac Tea Recipe - Essiac Facts

Most measuring cups or scales on either side of the Atlantic measure liters as well as pints and grams as well as ounces. So we’re going to use the metric system to be as clear as possible. The proportion of herb mixture to water is very easy to remember. You use 10g of herb mixture to one liter of water. Liminal Month Of August. I often introduce students in my English classes to the concept of liminality, or the important middle phase of the rite of passage ritual.

Liminal Month Of August

The Latin word limen means “threshold,” and liminal characters are in the process of crossing from one world into the next: a boy about to become a man, an expectant mother, a groom before his wedding day, an elderly aunt on her deathbed. Liminality marks change. It is an ambiguous, scary, exciting, and necessary part of life. If there were a liminal time of year, it would be August. The long, lazy days of summer that I took for granted in June and July become urgently precious when August comes around.

Flo - Mariko Higaki Iwai - product design. Cilantro Purifies Drinking Water in Developing Countries Cheaply and Sustainably. No longer just a flavorful garnish, cilantro has taken center stage in studies that show how the leafy herb might be a new, low-cost solution to purifying drinking water.

Cilantro Purifies Drinking Water in Developing Countries Cheaply and Sustainably

Popularly used in Mexican and Southeast Asian cuisine, cilantro is being hailed for its potential as a “biosorbent” that can remove lead and other toxic heavy metals from contaminated water. Typically, water purification relies on advanced technology that uses activated carbon — an approach that is often too expensive for most developing countries, particularly rural areas. Thus, Douglas Schauer, Ph.D. has focused his research on biosorbents, low-cost and sustainable alternatives that rely on natural materials such as microbes and plants.

9.jpg (JPEG Image, 730 × 365 pixels) Not Just For Beer: Cooking With Hops. Lucky Peach. Kyotofu: Uniquely Delicious Japanese Desserts by Nicole Bermensolo. Vanilla Table: The essence of exquisite cooking from the world's best chefs by Natasha MacAller. The 15 Most Effective Natural Remedies For Anxiety. By Dave Mihalovic Herbal therapies are astoundingly popular among and their interest is growing as the dangers of pharmaceuticals become widely known and accepted.

The 15 Most Effective Natural Remedies For Anxiety

In 2008 statistician Patricia M. Barnes of the National Center for Health Statistics and her colleagues reported that almost 20 percent of children and adults in the U.S. had used an herbal medicine during the past year. That percentage according to some experts has doubled. A team led by physician David M. The use of plants as treatments dates to at least 3000 b.c. although some theories propose humans have been using plants has medicine for as long as we’ve existed. 1. 3. 4. How to Make Homemade Hydrosols for Skin Care Products by Joan Morais. 375 Essential Oils and Hydrosols by Jeanne Rose. Women's Power to Heal: Through Inner Medicine by Maya Tiwari. Dealing With Mosquitoes Naturally - Farm Girl in Training Blog - Capper's Farmer Magazine. As a ninth-generation Floridian, it is safe to say that I am no stranger to insects.

Dealing With Mosquitoes Naturally - Farm Girl in Training Blog - Capper's Farmer Magazine

Growing up I often heard people joke that the mosquito should actually be listed as our state bird. As amusing as that may seem, these little bugs are more than just annoying, they can also be very hazardous to people and animals. Mosquitoes can carry West Nile Virus, which can cause inflammation of the brain, and has been known to be fatal in some cases. There is no vaccine for the West Nile Virus, and although mosquito control does what they can, it is up to the individual to take protective measures to avoid being bitten. Mosquitoes have also been known to carry malaria, which kills an estimated 1 million people each year worldwide.

Citronella is the most common natural ingredient used in making mosquito repellents. Hands-On Healing Remedies: 150 Recipes for Herbal Balms, Salves, Oils, Liniments & Other Topical Therapies by Stephanie Tourles. The Humanure Handbook: A Guide to Composting Human Manure by Joseph C. Jenkins. This Is How To Remove Plaque Naturally at Home in Natural Conditions. Plague is a disease that occurs because of bacteria build up that causes inflammation of the gums (gingivitis and periodontitis).

This Is How To Remove Plaque Naturally at Home in Natural Conditions

Use these homemade remedies to get rid of plague forever. Are you one of those people that hate the idea of going to the dentist? If you are, you will love these home remedies that will perform same as the dentist himself. Protocol for a Successful Mercury Detox. Silver fillings, also called amalgams, are one of the most toxic and health damaging dental materials ever developed.

Protocol for a Successful Mercury Detox

Made up of approximately 50% liquid mercury with the remainder a powdered combination of silver, tin, copper, zinc and other metals, amalgams lodged in a person’s mouth over time have the very real potential to slowly but surely cause heavy metal poisoning, which results in very serious and life altering nervous system toxicity. It can also affect numerous other body systems. When this occurs, a thorough mercury detox is required to eliminate it. Mercury-Free Dentists, Services & Organizations. Mercury-Free Dentists, Services & Organizations. Natural Organic Mattresses & bedding from Earthsake - ecofriendly 100% natural latex mattress, organic bed linens, wool mattress pad, organic cotton towels & more. 97% of Terminal Cancer Patients Previously Had This Dental Procedure… By DR MERCOLA Do you have a chronic degenerative disease?

97% of Terminal Cancer Patients Previously Had This Dental Procedure…

If so, have you been told, “It’s all in your head?” Natural Alternatives for You and Your Home: 175 Recipes to Make Eco-Friendly Products by Casey Kellar. Energy Efficient Warm Windows. Betula - nontoxic organic couch. Betula The playful curves of this line shape a silhouette that both welcomes and intrigues.

betula - nontoxic organic couch

Its sustainably harvested alder wood frame brightly challenges the notion that green and healthy have to be grey in execution. Use it as a centerpiece for a reading nook or pair it with another to anchor both ends of a living room. Its clean interior, crafted from pure latex and premium wool, is as unquestionably healthy as its exterior is magical. Revitalize your living room or breathe life into your office with this charming line. The Wool Bed Company Surround Ewe Sleep Systems Oconomowac, WI.

The Simplicity All Wool Mattress ~ 4″ Thick. Considering its lighter weight, the Simplicity wool mattress is easier to transport and to bring outside for annual sun and air.

The Simplicity All Wool Mattress ~ 4″ Thick

In most cases, we recommend that at least one snuggle mate topper be added to this mattress to avoid any chance of feeling the wood slats underneath. This mattress also works great in conjunction with the latex padded slats. Enjoy the simplistic Japanese style of this lovely wool mattress. Enjoy the Simple Comfort of This Basic Wool Mattress Light weight and flexible, this mattress is easy to transport and to care forExperience a Japanese style layered bed by having several layers of bedding that make up your complete bed systemA 100% natural bed allows for complete breathability in turn helping you to maintain a comfortable temperature when sleepingNurture your spine with a bed that supports your natural posture while relieving painful pressure points.

Organic blankets made with organic cotton and organic wool. Allergy Control Products - Allergy Bedding, Household cleaning products. Nirvana Safe Haven, all non-toxic household products. Luxurious 2.5 inch wool mattress toppers. If you cant sleep from pain or allergies or just restlessness- wool will help you get a restful nights sleep. We promise you. Wool breathes, absorbs perspiration and releases it into the air and keeps you free of dust mites and perspiration and insulates again heat or cold.

With wool under blankets -we call them moisture pads or you can choose . People report sleeping and feeling better. Organically grown ecowool comforters , pillows and mattress pads night for serenity and comfort. FREE SHIPPING The natural qualities of wool will resist dust mites, moisture, mildew, mold, and odors, providing for a truly restful sleep. Queen Wool Surround. Reintroducing the Wool Surround special! This package is the best way to transform your current bed into a natural, pure and breathable sleep haven. The Simplicity All Wool Mattress ~ 4″ Thick.

Natural Blankets - organic cotton blankets - wool blankets - bamboo blankets. Natural Organic Cotton & Wool Blankets Organic Wool Blankets (shown in natural) (approximately 1/8" thick) Wool Blanket Care: Should be hand washed or machine washed in cold water, delicate cycle. Lay flat or line dry. Classic Maple Bed Frame. Hand-Crafted Solid Maple Bed Frames NOTE: photos above show Standard Platform designs.

Mattress in photo is 9" thick. Mattresses sold separately. The traditional styling and graceful silhouette of these bed frames bring a touch of elegance to any decor. The head and footboards are made of solid Pacific Coast Maple, hand selected for beauty from sustainably managed forests. EcoSofa - Natural, non-toxic sofas, chairs, bean bag chairs. Organic Mattresses & Foundations: All Wool: Innerspring: Natural Latex – Holy Lamb Organics. USA Made organic cotton blankets, wool blankets, non-toxic, made in USA, natural, safe, pure, clean, healthy.

About Our Organic COTTON Blankets - Our certified organic cotton blanket line is from cotton grown and manufactured right here in the USA! These blankets are chemcial, resin and pesticide free; harvested, cleaned and processed using only organic methods for the cotton and the soil the plants are grown in. Certified organic cotton blankets are also great for people with allergy and chemical sensitivities because they are hypoallergenic, soft on the skin and help to create a natural and healthy sleeping environment.

Did you know that commerically grown, non-organic cottons are some of the most heavily sprayed plants? These residues remain in the plant and cotton fibers long after processing and our bodies absorb these chemical and pesticide residues. Read more about chemicals in conventionally produced cottons. Point of use water heater. A truly pure Organic and Natural Mattress. Organic Wool Fill Pillow. Everyday Wool Pillow - Gaiam. How the rest of the world brushes their teeth. There’s a 99 percent chance you are not super rich.