When we have a cough, sometimes the medicine from the pharmacy just doesn’t cut it. That’s when some homemade remedies can come to the rescue. While some may argue that these remedies are just a placebo, there’s hard science backing…
When it comes to maintaining the greenery in your garden, hand-held trimmers are usually the go-to tools. Whether you want to keep your shrubs at a certain height or prune your flowers, a trimmer is a pro at getting the…
Anxiety impacts nearly 40 million adults in the U.S., according to Prevention, which means that it’s the most common mental health condition currently affecting the country. For those living with anxiety, it can have a detrimental effect on their day-to-day…
If you’ve had a personal experience with panic attacks, you’ll know that they can be debilitating and disruptive to your daily life. Panic attacks, according to the Mayo Clinic, are sudden episodes of extreme fear that arise even when there…
A popular addition to herbal teas and medicines, fennel is an easy-to-grow household crop with a fragrant aroma that offers many health benefits for the people who consume it. However, the flowering herb is a known fiend to many vegetable…
Being able to identify the weeds in your yard is an important skill, both so you can learn how best to get rid of them, and so you can keep your family and pets safe. This is especially vital if…
Lemon grass, scientifically known as Cymbopogon spp., is a popular herb used in various cuisines for its distinct lemony flavor. Many people who enjoy gardening often ask whether lemon grass is a perennial, as its hardy nature and citrusy aroma…
Garden Trees, Shrubs & Vines By Meredith Eastwood 1, 2024 9:00 pm EST Pruning your Japanese maple tree demands careful consideration of the seasons. The late winter to early spring window offers a unique opportunity. During this dormant phase, the tree focuses on…
Garden Trees, Shrubs & Vines By Masie O’Toole 3, 2024 7:05 pm EST When deciding which plants to incorporate into their lawns, many people choose hydrangeas for one very good reason: their gorgeous, large-scale blooms. These shrubs are much taller than…
We’ve known for years that blue light isn’t good for your sleep. And that’s unfortunate, since most of our screens give off blue light (as laid out by Harvard Health Publishing). As bad as blue light is for sleep, however,…