Nothing is more satisfying than foraging food from the backyard. This spring I have been eating dandelion greens at least twice a day, sauteed in olive oil and garlic. They are high in trace minerals, calcium, and iron, and vitamins A, C, and B6 – a very nutritious early spring addition to any meal. Best…
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The Medicinal Kitchen Cupboard
Herbalism is something that begins at home. It is the knowledge of treating ourselves with the healing power of herbs. These herbs can be from far off exotic lands or those growing locally. Here in Maine, the backyard is currently covered with a thick white blanket that has tucked the herbs in for a long…
Roasted Dandelion Root Tea (Part 1)
Harvesting Dandelion Roots with Dr. Nate Petley Behold the amazing dandelion! Not only can we eat the nutritious greens in spring, but we can make a delicious root tea come fall. Once the fall frosts start, and about the time I’m digging the last of my potatoes and carrots, I keep on the lookout for…
Happy Flowers
Sometimes it’s the little things in life that puts a smile on our faces. I did a little experiment in the office. Actually, it was quite by accident and more of an observation. Each week I put fresh flowers on my desk because my philosophy is that if I can’t be in the garden, I’ll…
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