The holidays are behind us and we’re now in the heart of Winter, or “cold and flu season”. To ward off viruses and bacteria as well as to strengthen the respiratory system, learn about Garlic - January's herbal ally. Garlic - January's Herbal Ally Botanical Information Garlic (Allium sativum) is an edible bulb belonging to the amaryllis family. Originating from Central Asia, it is closely related to onions and leeks. Garlic is distinguished by its head composed of separate cl

For a nourishing meal to help combat the symptoms of a cold, flu, or allergies, there's nothing like good old-fashioned chicken soup. This soup has the added benefit of roasted green chili, which is a staple here in New Mexico. Green chili is hot, pungent and will help thin the mucus congestion. I like to make a big pot of this Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Roasted Green Chili and freeze any leftovers for when I’m sick and want something light and hot. Also, when I’m sick,

Calendula lotion in a clear glass jar sitting on a bed of calendula blossoms If you suffer from dry skin in the winter, whip up a batch of this nourishing Calendula Lotion. Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antiseptic, and antibacterial properties, which means it's helpful for healing wounds, soothing eczema, and treating damaged skin. I grow Calendula during the summer, so I use fresh flowering heads to make a solar-infused oil. However, yo