Amazing Benefits from Honey
April 19, 2008 by Karen Weideman
Filed under health, prizes & giveaways
Just a few months ago, I was visiting my aunt and she wanted me to try the lotion bar that she had purchased from Honey Thyme Herb Farm. She knows that I have really bad eczema and she was certain that the lotion bar would help. After just a few uses, I could tell a big difference.
A few months later, when I visited my aunt again, I used the lotion bar a few more times. Again, I received quick results. I decided that I needed to contact Theresa at Honey Thyme Herb Farm to get some of these products to try for myself.
These are the …read more
The Healthy & Fit Blog Carnival
March 6, 2007 by Karen Weideman
Filed under blog carnival, blogs, family, health
Here is the March edition of The Healthy & Fit Blog Carnival. I hope you enjoy the articles. I’m sure you will find some great tips for keeping your family healthy & fit.
Mike Kinnaird presents Book Review ~ Healthy at 100 by John Robbins posted at Passion for Health. Mike gives us a book review of John Robbin’s book Healthy at 100. The book takes a look at healthy cultures to find out what they can teach us.
Karen at Thrifty Mommy gives us the Top 10 Thrifty Tips for Dealing with Eczema. Many of us have dealt with eczema, whether it be with ourselves or our …read more
Top 10 Thrifty Tips for Dealing with Eczema
March 2, 2007 by Karen Weideman
Filed under health
I remember the year I was in 5th grade and I got these blistery, red patches in the creases of my elbows and knees. I soon found out that it was eczema. I have lived with eczema since that time. It has been difficult dealing with the itching, burning, and painful breakouts. Here are some things that I have learned along the way that can help you and your family deal with this disease.
1. Wash all of your laundry (including sheets, blankets, towels) in a fragrance & dye free laundry detergent and fabric softener. Fortunately, there are many options out there today. Some of my …read more
Thrifty Homemade Facial Recipe
January 1, 2007 by Karen Weideman
Filed under frugal living, health, recipes
Many people suffer from dry skin during the winter months. Here is a recipe for a homemade facial for dry skin. Most of you will remember that I suffer from really bad eczema, so this may be a good natural remedy for me.
This recipe was taken from Now & Zen Bathworks. They also have facial recipes for sensitive or oily skin. Be sure and check out their site for these recipes, as well as their products.
Dry Skin Recipe
1 cup oatmeal, not instant
1/4 cup of banana or avocado, smashed
1 capsule Vitamin E
1 tsp honey
Grind the oatmeal, banana or avocado, and honey …read more
Ten Ways to Clean With Baking Soda
December 28, 2006 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Top 10 lists, bathroom, cleaning, frugal living, household product, money saving idea
Baking soda is an inexpensive cleaning tool. It is safe to use and gentle on your skin. This is important for me, since I have terrible eczema. Looks like I need to go purchase a large box of this amazing product. I am excited that there is a cleaner out there that won’t irritate my skin and cause pain. I hope you will try these tips for this frugal product.
Crayon marks – Clean crayon marks off your floors and walls with baking soda and water.
Clean coffee mugs – Mix 3 tsps of baking soda with hot water to clean stains from coffee mugs.
Laundry – Add some …read more
