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Not a Fish Fan – Try This Omega 3 Powerhouse Plant Instead

4 min read | Author - Casey Story

When we think of omega-3 fatty acids, our minds often go straight to fish such as salmon, sardines, and tuna. But what if you’re not a fan of fish? Or perhaps you’re vegetarian, vegan, or just looking for plant-based sources of this essential nutrient?

Enter common purslane (Portulaca oleracea), an unassuming, often overlooked leafy green with a serious nutritional punch. This wild-growing plant is one of the richest plant sources of omega-3 fatty acids, making it an excellent alternative for those who want the health benefits without seafood.

Skip the Supermarket: Grow a Kitchen Garden Instead

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Now more than ever, growing your own organic, kitchen garden is essential. With stay-at-home orders still in effect, and grocery store shelves still rather barren, there’s no time like the present to embrace gardening and increase your sustainability to help provide fresh, safe products for you can your family. No matter how much or how little space you have, anyone with a patch of sunlight can grow a bountiful kitchen garden. Here’s how.

The No Fail Veggie Anyone Can Grow and How to Do It

5 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Are you ready to be a successful potato gardener? This versatile starchy tuber is easy to grow and can be cultivated by anyone with great success, even the novice gardener. The best thing of all is that there are endless possibilities when it comes to growing potatoes so everyone can get in on the action.

Grow Your Own Hand Rescue Salve

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Gardening and health are intrinsically linked. You grow your own fruits and vegetables, so you begin to eat more whole, fresh food. You have to harvest, plant, and tend your garden, so you get more physical activity and daily doses of fresh air and sunshine. However, unless you wear gloves all the time, you probably also experience the dry, cracking hands that come from spending hours digging in the dirt. Thankfully, all the herbs needed to create this soothing hand salve, and make dried out hands a thing of the past, can be grown right in your garden.

Grow Your Own Apothecary: Medicinal Plants That Thrive Indoors

4 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Imagine feeling under the weather, perhaps with a scratchy throat or a tension headache. Instead of rummaging through a medicine cabinet stocked with store-bought remedies, you simply reach over to your windowsill, pluck a few leaves, and brew yourself a natural, healing tea. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, it’s possible with a homegrown indoor apothecary!

Garden Mistakes Everyone Wants to Avoid

3 min read | Author - Mary Ellen Ellis

The best gardeners in the world have learned from their mistakes, but there’s no reason to repeat them. Learn from the mistakes of others if you’re just getting started in gardening. You can avoid a lot of problems, save time, and prevent the sad death of plants by learning some common and easy-to-make gardening errors before you make them.

Can’t Poop? Here’s What to Know About Yellow Dragon Fruit

1 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Yellow dragon fruit has gained attention for its ability to support digestion, with many people turning to it as a natural remedy for constipation. But is it truly effective, and how is it traditionally enjoyed?

Boost Your Immunity: How Mushrooms Can Help You Breathe Easier During Flu Season

1 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Mushrooms offer impressive health benefits, from slowing cancer progression and lowering blood pressure to improving insulin resistance and supporting brain and bone health. A recent study from McGill University highlights another potential benefit: protecting lung health during the flu.

This DIY Herbal Wellness Shot Slashes Inflammation Fast

2 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Ginger and turmeric from the Zingiberaceae plant family have been used in traditional medicine for centuries. These potent roots offer powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties, making them an excellent addition to your daily wellness routine. Here are just a few of the studied benefits of this dynamic herbal duo.

Is Apple Cider Vinegar Actually Good for You? Here’s What Science Says

2 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been praised as a miracle elixir for centuries, with claims ranging from improved digestion to weight loss and even disease prevention.

But, are there really any benefits to this fermented tonic?

Self-Sufficient Gardening: Save Money and Stay Healthy

1 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

With rising food costs and concerns over sustainability, self-sufficient gardening is gaining momentum. More than just a way to grow your own produce, this method reduces reliance on store-bought food, minimizes waste, and ensures fresh, organic harvests year-round.

Not a Fish Fan – Try This Omega 3 Powerhouse Plant Instead

Skip the Supermarket: Grow a Kitchen Garden Instead

The No Fail Veggie Anyone Can Grow and How to Do It

Grow Your Own Hand Rescue Salve

Grow Your Own Apothecary: Medicinal Plants That Thrive Indoors

Garden Mistakes Everyone Wants to Avoid

Can’t Poop? Here’s What to Know About Yellow Dragon Fruit

Boost Your Immunity: How Mushrooms Can Help You Breathe Easier During Flu Season

This DIY Herbal Wellness Shot Slashes Inflammation Fast

Is Apple Cider Vinegar Actually Good for You? Here’s What Science Says

Self-Sufficient Gardening: Save Money and Stay Healthy

Best Veggies to Grow in Raised Beds

Always Plant This Kind of Fruit in Containers

9 Foods That Naturally Lower Blood Sugar (And Taste Great Too!)

Benefits of Coffee and Your Liver

What This MAHA Supporter and Wellness Podcaster Drinks for Breakfast

5 All-Natural Laundry Tricks to Clean Your Clothes Without Chemicals—And Why You Should Ditch Chemical Detergents

Your Tea Bag Might Be Shedding Billions of Microplastics

Lavender: The Ultimate Medicinal Powerhouse Your Garden Needs

Monk Fruit Is the New King of Natural Sweeteners

The Future of Agriculture—High-Tech Innovation or Time-Tested Wisdom?

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