Food for thought — medicine

Lavender for me began as a simple tea and then a candle fragrance; it is now an essential in my medicine cabinet.  Lavender oil much like that good extract from Bob Marley's 9 mile home in Jamaica (IYKYK) creates a soothing yet energetic boost to the nervous system. Lavender is also said to be a bacteria killer and helpful when trying to mitigate pain.  Lavender facts:   Calming: Lavender can help calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep quality.  Pain relief: Lavender can help with menstrual pain, muscle and joint pain, and light burns.  Antimicrobial and antiviral: Lavender can...

Echinacea!  Anytime I feel the slightest hint of a cold or sickness coming over me I go to my favorite detox tea  (oranges, honey, onions, garlic, ginger and cucumbers) but if that fails me I RUSH TO "ECHINACEA"   Echinacea is known to help bladder issues , common cold and cough, ear and flu symptoms, vaginal yeast infections and so much more   Echinacea facts : Echinacea has been shown to improve immunity, blood sugar, anxiety, inflammation, and skin health.   Echinacea has anti-cancer properties. Echinacea extract has antiviral effects, which may protect against many viruses that affect the respiratory system, including coronaviruses....