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Becoming a Mindful Gardener Amidst a World in Chaos

7 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

When an envelope of chaos surrounds your life, it is important to know that your garden can be a place of refreshment, renewal, and hope. It can be a safe place where you can be still and become one with the natural world around you. This is a good thing. We often trip on our thoughts, on fear, and on the what if’s. In the garden, you can be still, content, and soak in the beauty that surrounds you. When you become a mindful gardener, you have arrived at a place that allows you to escape the chaos of the world and just be.

Chicken vs. Duck Eggs: The Battle for the Best Egg Ends Here

5 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Eggs are a breakfast staple, a baking essential, and a nutritional powerhouse. But while chicken eggs dominate supermarket shelves, duck eggs have been quietly making waves in the culinary world. So, which egg reigns supreme?

If you’ve ever wondered whether to crack open a chicken or a duck egg for your next meal, this battle of the eggs will help settle the score once and for all.

3 Reasons to Stop Using Peat and What to Use Instead

4 min read | Author - Taylor Ramsey

Peat is a fibrous material made up of partially decomposed plant materials and natural forms in the earth in locations that fulfil particular requirements. For instance, the climate has to be mild (not rising above a certain temperature), stagnant water must be present, and it will only form in anaerobic conditions, which essentially just means the the absence of oxygen. Peat is most commonly found in Russia and Canada.

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.

This Biblical Bulb Has Been Used for Centuries for Its Healing Powers

4 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Throughout history, certain plants and herbs have been revered for their remarkable healing properties. Garlic (Allium sativum) is one of the most potent natural medicines, referenced in ancient texts and modern science. Mentioned in the Bible and other historical records, this humble bulb has been used for centuries to treat ailments, boost immunity, and promote overall well-being.

In this article, we take a deeper look at the medicinal prowess of this humble bulb.

7 Underrated Seeds That Are Nutrient-Dense and Practically Immortal

3 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Seeds are nature’s tiny powerhouses, packed with essential nutrients like protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. These little gems support heart health, boost energy, improve digestion, and promote glowing skin. Did you know some of the most underrated seeds are best for you? These seeds can also be stored for years, sometimes even decades while retaining their nutritional potency.

If you’re looking to expand your diet with nutrient-dense, long-lasting seeds, here are seven underrated options to consider:

Goat Milk vs. Cow Milk: And the Winner Is?

3 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Milk has been a dietary staple for centuries, but in recent years, many have questioned whether traditional cow milk is still the best option. As consumers become more health-conscious, new alternatives are emerging – including goat milk, which has been used worldwide for generations but is only now gaining mainstream popularity in the U.S.

Food Safety Alert: Nationwide Shrimp Product Recall Intensifies

3 min read | Author - The Backyard Vitality Team

And… it has happened again. As of August 16, 2021, there have been nine reports of salmonella-related illnesses related to shrimp products sold by Avanti Frozen Foods India. Three of these people have been hospitalized. This multi-state outbreak is currently being investigated by the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Illnesses have been reported in four states, Arizona, Michigan, Nevada, and Rhode Island.

Federal Officials Say STOP: Latest Salmonella Food Outbreak Sending People to the Hospital

5 min read | Author - The Backyard Vitality Team

Like a broken record playing over and over again, food recalls keep on coming. Federal officials have now identified specific stores where recalled frozen, raw, and breaded chicken products were sold. These products, manufactured by Serenade Foods in Indiana, include almost 60,000 pounds of chicken. So far, eight states have reported salmonella sickness, including New York, Illinois, Arizona, Connecticut, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, and Nevada, where 28 people have become sick, and 11 have been hospitalized.

35 Ways to Use Raw Honey for Great Health

14 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Winnie the Pooh said it best when he said, “Eating honey is a very good thing to do.” This liquid gold has been a staple in my home for many, many years, and for good reason. The benefits of honey are seemingly endless. Everywhere I have lived, I have sought out raw local sources of honey for use in my kitchen, as well as for other medicinal purposes. I am also beginning to do my own research on keeping bees — partially because I use so much honey and partially because I find it absolutely amazing that bees provide us with this wonderful gift that I want to watch them work up close and personal.

Yes, You Should Eat the WHOLE Avocado – Even the Pit

3 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

There aren’t many people out there who don’t like avocados. They’re creamy, delicious, brilliantly versatile, and undeniably one of the greatest superfoods available on supermarket shelves. Most people are aware of the wide-ranging health benefits that avocado flesh provides, but few know that the seed they throw away each time they eat an avocado can provide an impressive array of health-promoting properties. While the flesh of an avocado is packed with nutrients and healthy fats, you may be surprised to learn that over 70 percent of the total antioxidant concentration in avocados is contained in the seed. Here are five compelling reasons to stop you from throwing that next avocado seed away.

Becoming a Mindful Gardener Amidst a World in Chaos

Chicken vs. Duck Eggs: The Battle for the Best Egg Ends Here

3 Reasons to Stop Using Peat and What to Use Instead

Grow Your Own Hand Rescue Salve

This Biblical Bulb Has Been Used for Centuries for Its Healing Powers

7 Underrated Seeds That Are Nutrient-Dense and Practically Immortal

Goat Milk vs. Cow Milk: And the Winner Is?

Food Safety Alert: Nationwide Shrimp Product Recall Intensifies

Federal Officials Say STOP: Latest Salmonella Food Outbreak Sending People to the Hospital

35 Ways to Use Raw Honey for Great Health

Yes, You Should Eat the WHOLE Avocado – Even the Pit

Foot Warning Signs: 5 Hidden Messages Your Toe Neuropathy Is Sending You

Ringing in Your Ears? Natural Remedies and Science-backed Solutions for Tinnitus Relief

Nature’s Bandage: The Incredible Plant that Stops Bleeding Instantly

Becoming a Mindful Gardener Amidst a World in Chaos

7 Things to Do With Avocado Pits

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

This Brain-Boosting Perennial Vegetable Should be in Your Garden

Chicken vs. Duck Eggs: The Battle for the Best Egg Ends Here

Why You Should Feed Your Tomatoes Eggshells Instead of Throwing Them Away

Skip the Supermarket: Grow a Kitchen Garden Instead

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