We have reached that time of year when we thank God that the onslaughts of summer stinging, biting and swarming insects have ceased their stinging, biting and swarming. Phewwwwww…. Oh wait, here come the fall insects! Ants, Lice, Mites, Fleas, Asian Beetles, Boxelder Bugs, Bedbugs, Earwigs, Millipedes, Centipedes, Cluster Flies, Silverfish, Cockroaches, Worms, Squash Bugs …
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Hydrogen Peroxide is used as a disinfection and bleaching agent. It can purify water and kills bacteria, viruses and fungus. When it is done doing it's job it breaks down into water, oxygen and ash (if in powder form). All of this is good for you. Chlorine Bleach is another matter entirely. It is also …
This easy-to-make, therapeutic herbal toothpaste has great texture and taste. By Faith Rodgers This toothpaste recipe comes courtesy Faith Rodgers, a certified herbalist and founder of The Little Herbal blog. It has been formulated and perfected over time—not only is it loaded with therapeutic herbs, but it has a great texture, taste and overall palatability. …
4 oz Witch Hazel 4 oz White Vinegar 7 oz Water 2 tbsp Castile Soap 2 tsp Washing Soda 50-70 drops of Essential Oil (such as: lemon, orange, pink grapefruit, rosemary, tea tree, eucalyptus, peppermint, and/or lavender) Put your washing soda, essential oils and castile soap in the bottom of a 16 oz + spray …
I am starting my series on homestead laundry! For those who do not know, laundry is the bane of my existance. Admit it, we all have those household chores which we do not enjoy. For some it is cooking, others weeding the garden or cleaning the bathroom. Mine? Mine is laundry. In order to deal …
[repost from my Cappers Farmer blog: http://www.cappersfarmer.com/blogs/falcos-poultry.aspx ] We all enjoy a good bath, right? Well your birds are no different. They enjoy preening, bathing and cleaning themselves as well. It is an important natural behavior which keeps your birds healthy and happy. Waterfowl (Ducks Bathing) Ducks, geese and other waterfowl bath similar to the …
I love the fact that there are so many more healthy cleaning products out on the market. What I could do without is the price tag associated with these products. This is one reason why I make my own. Ingredients 1 cup Borax 1 cup Washing Soda 1/2 cup Hydrogen Peroxide Powder 1/2 cup Citric …
Witch hazel extract is especially beneficial for minor skin irritations. Discover nine ways to take advantage of this botanical wonder. 9 Uses for Witch Hazel at Home 1. Acne: Witch hazel is an astringent that can remove dirt and oil without drying skin. Treat blemishes with a cotton pad soaked in a witch hazel solution. …
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