The weather is still cold in February, but we may also enjoy a few warmer days here and there, pointing to the warmer weather that will be coming in spring. The days are noticeably longer now too. It's natural to want to slim down, rejuvenate, and refresh yourself in late winter, so consider following some of these selfcare tips for February. February Selfcare Tips Food You may notice that your body naturally wants some lighter foods now, particularly green leafy vegetables a

It's time to make Fire Cider - an old folk remedy that is made in Autumn for the cold winter months. It can help boost the immune system, clear up sinus congestion, warm you up on a cold day, and aid digestion. Fire cider is an oxymel, which is a traditional preparation of herbs steeped in raw apple cider vinegar and sweetened with honey - so it’s hot and sweet. Because it’s an old folk remedy, there are a lot of variations of the recipe. Most recipes call for garlic, onion a

Elderberry syrup Now that we're in Fall, and cold and flu season is around the corner, it's time to make Elderberry Syrup. It's a wonderful immune booster; and elderberries (sambucus nigra) are anti-inflammatory, antiviral and contain lots of antioxidants. They also contain beta-carotene, vitamin B6 and iron. The elder plant is known for reducing swelling in the mucus membranes, such as the sinuses, and helping to relieve nasal congestion. Elderberry Syrup Recipe Ingredients