How to Make Turmeric Tea

How to Make Turmeric Tea



Modern medicine is only now beginning to confirm the benefits of turmeric. The active compound in turmeric is curcumin, the spice that gives Indian food its characteristic yellow color. Turmeric helps joint and bone health, aids in the clearing of skin plagued with acne and even heals the scars of bad acne. Turmeric tea can be made easily and benefits your health if taken multiple times a day.







Things You'll Need:





Water




Turmeric




Ginger powder




Honey




Lemon




Cup




Small pot




Strainer









1


Measure 4 cups of water into a small pot and bring to a boil on the stove. Make sure that the water has come to a full boil.





2


Add 1 tsp. of turmeric and 1 tsp. of ginger powder to the boiling water and reduce to simmer for 8 to 10 minutes. This will extract the beneficial compounds from the turmeric and ginger. Ginger has many benefits for health also.





3


Remove the pot from the stove and strain the tea into a cup. The particles of turmeric and ginger will be filtered out.





4


Add honey to taste and a slice of lemon. The honey and lemon will make the tea a bit more palatable.








Tips & Warnings










Drink turmeric tea 2 to 3 times a day. Since the recipe makes 4 cups of tea, you can make it in the morning and drink it throughout the day until it is gone. Being natural, it will not harm you if taken 4 times a day.



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How to Make Tiger Balm

How to Make Tiger Balm



Tiger Balm liniment has been used to relieve overworked and sore muscles for hundreds of years. It was originally used by Chinese healers and herbalists who used it to soothe the aching muscles of Chinese emperors. It's economical and easy to make, requiring only a few natural ingredients and a little of your time.







Things You'll Need:





10 drops eucalyptus essential oil




10 drops peppermint essential oil




5 drops clove essential oil




Вј cup emu oil, coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil




1 tbsp. beeswax




Small metal or glass containers







Complex Tiger Balm




1


Combine 1 oz. of the beeswax and the mineral oil in a saucepan over low heat. Heat only until the beeswax melts. This is the jelly. Pour it into a container and set it aside.





2


Make an essential oil mix by combining the ginger (optional), camphor,
lavender
, eucalyptus, wintergreen and peppermint essential oils in a glass bottle or jar.





3


Combine the remaining beeswax, the menthol crystals and 1 oz. of the jelly over low heat. Stir it constantly and heat it only until the beeswax melts.





4


Let the mixture cool for a few minutes and then add 5 tbsp. of the essential oil mix, stirring until mixed well. Pour the Tiger Balm into the containers and allow it to cool completely.



Easy Tiger Balm




1


Heat the beeswax and emu, coconut or olive oil in a double boiler with the burner turned to low heat. Heat, stirring constantly, only until beeswax melts.





2


Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the essential oils.





3


Pour the Tiger Balm into the containers and allow it to cool completely.








Tips & Warnings










Add an ounce of cinnamon and cloves essential oils, if desired.








Use adequate ventilation when preparing the Tiger Balm as the aroma of the warm beeswax, essential oils and camphor is powerful. A fan would be helpful.



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How to Make the Most of Your Physical Therapy

How to Make the Most of Your Physical Therapy



If you've ever been injured to the point where you need physical therapy, you probably know that the actual visit to the physical therapist is only part of the recovery process. Much of what you need is in your head and heart, and not in the doctor's office. With that in mind, injuries that require physical therapy are best treated in four ways-by paying attention to your physical therapist, by paying attention to your body, by communicating with your physical therapist openly about the injury and by keeping track of your progress (or lack thereof).







Things You'll Need:





Health insurance




Physical therapist (your health plan can recommend one)




Pen and notebook or journal




Calendar




Specific device the physical therapist instructs you to use









1


Know that after your injury, a doctor will tell you if you need physical therapy or not. If you do, make an appointment as soon as possible to start on the road to recovery. The faster you attack the problem area, the more quickly it will heal.





2


Start keeping a journal of your progress and any highs and lows. Mark on your calendar the
date
and times of any issues that arise and be sure to bring those issues up with your physical therapist during your next visit. The more openly you communicate with each other, the more the therapist will be able to address and potentially solve any problems.





3


Be sure to follow the directions if your physical therapist gives you any sort of exercise or training device and do the required exercises diligently. There is no need to spend money on physical therapy if you aren't willing to do the work necessary outside of the doctor's office.





4


Keep a positive outlook as it will do wonders for your recovery process. Physical therapy is one part physical work and two parts mental and emotional. If you believe you can recover, you will. But you still need to do the exercises and steps recommended by your doctor in addition to keeping a positive attitude. One does not work without the other.





5


Keep in mind that if, after following their advice and doing the exercises for several weeks, you find that you are not getting the results you desire from your physical therapy, don't be afraid to ask to try another therapist and try a new approach.








Tips & Warnings










Do not do anything that causes you further pain! If you are doing anything that hurts, or if your physical therapist is moving your body in any way that causes pain, stop immediately and let them know.








Do not overexert yourself prematurely. Follow the doctor's advice and their timing.



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How to Make Tea For Body Aches

How to Make Tea For Body Aches



In this article you will learn how to make a tea for body aches using chamomile. Chamomile tea is not only good for body aches but also for bladder irritation and nausea.







Things You'll Need:





Tea ball




Teapot, sauce pan, or cup




Sweetener (optional)




Dried chamomile herb









1


Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a teapot on top of a stove. Once the water comes to a boil turn the heat off and allow the water to stop boiling.





2


Add a heaping tablespoon of dried chamomile herb to a tea ball. Make sure the tea ball is closed tightly and then add it to the teapot.





3


Allow the hot water and herbs to steep for five minutes. The longer you let it steep the stronger the tea will become. If you like strong tea then I suggest letting it steep for ten minutes or so.





4


Once the chamomile tea has steeped long enough to your liking you can then pour the tea into a cup and drink it hot or allow it to cool and place a few ice cubes into the cup of tea. Add your favorite sweetener to the cup of tea if needed.





5


Enjoy this interesting yarrow tea to help lower high blood pressure.








Tips & Warnings










If you would rather, you can place a cup of water in the microwave, and let it stay in there until it becomes steaming hot and then follow the directions for using the herbs and tea ball in the water.








If you don't own a teapot or don't wish to use one then simply use a small sauce pan in place of it.








Do not drink if you are allergic to the herb chamomile.








If drinking hot then be careful how hot you drink it, allowing it to cool some, so that you don't burn yourself.








Do not add a larger amount of herbs than the amount that is stated within this article.



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How to Make Spiritual Incense

How to Make Spiritual Incense



Spiritual incense is used to freshen the air and clear the room before meditation. It's also useful to clear negative energy and to prepare a new home for move-in day. Its other many beneficial qualities include soothing and relaxing the mind, as it promotes a peaceful feeling and clarity of thought.







Things You'll Need:





3 tbsp. sage




1 tbsp. myrrh incense rock




1 tbsp. frankincense incense rock




1 tbsp. powdered rosemary




1 tbsp. kosher rock salt







Simple Spiritual Incense




1


Grind the frankincense, cardamom seed and cinnamon bark to a fine powder with a mortar and pestle.





2


Store the incense in a small sealed container or a zip-lock bag.





3


Place small spoonfuls of the incense on hot coals.



Clear-the-Air Spiritual Incense




1


Stir the sage, myrrh, frankincense,
rosemary
and kosher rock salt together in a glass bowl.





2


Put your incense in a plastic or glass container and store it in a cool, dry place.





3


Heat the incense on hot coals or a heated brick or rock with a flat top.








Tips & Warnings










Fresh herbs are preferable in making spiritual incense, but if they aren't available, powdered herbs are acceptable.








Before burning your spiritual incense, be sure that nobody is allergic to any of the ingredients. Incense can sometimes trigger allergic reactions.



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How to Make Sinus Relief Bath Oil

How to Make Sinus Relief Bath Oil



Combine sinus relief oil made of pure, natural, herbal essential oil with the soothing power of hot water. The result will be an aromatic steam that will not only be inhaled to relieve sinus pain, but will also be absorbed through the skin. Herbal sinus relief bath oil will benefit mind, body and spirit. Read on to learn how to make sinus relief bath oil.







Things You'll Need:





2 oz. extra virgin olive oil




3 oz. sweet almond oil




2 oz. sesame oil




2 oz. canola oil




1 oz. wheat germ oil




8 drops lavender essential oil




8 drops eucalyptus essential oil




8 drops tea tree oil




Sterilized jar with a secure lid







Eucalyptus and Peppermint Sinus Relief Bath Oil




1


Drop the peppermint oil, eucalyptus oil and tea tree oil into the small bottle.





2


Place the cap on the bottle and shake it until the oils are blended.





3


Fill the bath tub with hot water, and drop the eucalyptus and peppermint sinus relief oil into the running water.





4


Soak in the tub for at least 20 minutes, breathing deeply.



Sinus Relief Bath Oil With Lavender




1


Place the extra virgin olive oil, sweet almond oil, sesame oil, canola oil and wheat germ oil into the jar and shake well.





2


Add the essential oils one drop at a time.





3


Replace the lid and shake again until the mixture is thoroughly blended.





4


Use approximately 2 tsp. of sinus relief oil in a hot bath. Soak for at least 20 minutes, breathing deeply.


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How to Make Sanitary Napkins

How to Make Sanitary Napkins



Homemade sanitary napkins are an eco-friendly and frugal alternative to disposable pads and panty liners. Made with flannel or other thick cloth, they are both washable and reusable. Learn how you can save money (and the environment) my making your own menstrual pads.







Things You'll Need:





Sewing machine with a zig zag stitch




Thread




Flannel




Scissors




Snaps or safety pins









1


Understand the anatomy of a sanitary napkin. To be usable, the napkin must have several components and layers. The center, which will absorb secretions, must be thick and soft. Several layers of fabric, such as flannel or sweatshirt material, should line the inside to be both comfortable and absorbent. The outer lining should be made from a fabric that is soft and breathable, such as cotton.





2


Know that cloth pads are just as hygienic as traditional paper and plastic feminine hygiene products. Aside from taking a few minutes to clean, versus throwing paper ones away and contributing to environmental hazards, cloth pads are easy to use and reuse.





3


Cut a rectangle of fabric that will be used for the inner lining of the pad. Double- or triple-fold the fabric to reach desired thickness.





4


Cut another rectangle that will "wrap" around the layered insides of the pad. Fold this outer liner in half, around the pad materials, and sew up the three open sides.





5


Make enough napkins so that you will always have fresh ones on hand. Part of the benefit to cloth napkins is that you don't have to worry about frequently changing disposable pads and wasting money. You'll feel cleaner and fresher knowing you have a new pad on.





6


Wash the pads by immediately placing a soiled pad in cold water. Wash after in a normal wash cycle, and dry.








Tips & Warnings










Another option for the interior lining is to fold two socks in half, and stack them.








Cloth pads stay in place. They do not require adhesive, safety pins or other methods for securing them in one spot.



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How to Make Sage Peppermint Tea for Coughs, Sore Throats and the Flu

How to Make Sage Peppermint Tea for Coughs, Sore Throats and the Flu



When it's cold and flu season, I tend to reach into my "bag of tricks" for things that can help. My favorite tea blend uses sage and peppermint and can be used for a range of complaints including sore throats, fever, coughs, stomach upset, and a general feeling of fatigue.

I also enjoy this tea blend when I need a general pick-me-up. The stinging nettle in this blend offers extra vitamins and minerals and is something I reach for when I need a boost.

You may want to make a big pot and sip it throughout the day (just double or triple the recipe). If you decide to do that, steep it for 30 minutes before putting it in the refrigerator.

However, follow the instructions below for a single cup.







Things You'll Need:





1 tsp. dried stinging nettle leaves




1/2 tsp. dried peppermint leaves




1/2 tsp. dried sage leaves (rubbed)




Honey, to taste




Tea strainer that fits over the mug




Hot water









1


Collecting the herbs is the first thing you will need to do. Look for the highest quality you can find. Make sure that the herbs don't have any mold spots or dirt. They should also be a vibrant green color.





2


Combine the stinging nettle, peppermint leaves and dried sage in a small dish. Stir gently until well incorporated. Place in the tea strainer and fit it over a mug. Pour one cup of hot water over the leaves and steep for 10 minutes.





3


Make a large batch if you want and store it in an airtight container away from heat and light. For this, you'll need to use the "simpler's method." The formula will read: "2 parts dried stinging nettle, 1 part peppermint leaves, 1 part dried sage leaves." Simply choose a unit of measure and substitute it for "parts." If you choose cups, you'll need 2 cups stinging nettle leaves, 1 cup peppermint leaves, 1 cup sage leaves. Mix the leaves gently until well distributed. Use two teaspoons for every cup of hot water.





4


Use a quart size mason jar if you decide to make a 1 quart batch. Measure 4 teaspoons of the herb into the jar and fill it with hot water. Cover and let steep for at least 30 minutes.








Tips & Warnings










Use raw honey, if you can, for the extra enzymes.








You can also squeeze some fresh lemon juice for extra Vitamin C.








Make sure you consult with a doctor.



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