Nature's Gifts

When I first started exploring natural remedies, I never imagined I'd be rubbing onion juice on my scalp or washing my face with honey. Yet here I am, on my journey with nature's pharmacy, grateful for every strange-smelling concoction that's transformed my health and beauty routine. 

Nature's wisdom doesn't always come in pretty packages. Sometimes it's pungent, sticky, or downright unusual. But I've learned that "different" doesn't mean "bad" - it often means something powerful is at work. Take onions, for example. The first time I heard about onions for hair growth, I laughed.

Surely people would rather have thin hair than smell like a diner! But after researching the sulfur compounds that stimulate circulation and reading countless success stories, I know it is something I need to try. Plus, you can always use organic apple cider vinegar for washing away any lingering smell. Check out this article to learn more about how onions can help with hair regrowth. 

Our ancestors knew things we've forgotten in our pursuit of perfectly packaged commercial products. They understood that nature provides everything we need, if only we're brave enough to embrace it.

My bathroom now hosts aloe plants for burns and skin irritation, apple cider vinegar for dandruff. turmeric masks for inflammation. Your kitchen can become a beauty lab for herbal infusions and homemade masks. There is a learning curve though. There have been failed experiments (the face wash that exploded comes to mind) and moments of doubt. But each attempt taught me more about these incredible natural ingredients and my own body's responses. What I've gained goes beyond better skin or stronger hair. I've developed a relationship with nature that I am deeply grateful for.

A couple years back we took our small children on an all inclusive trip to Mexico.  It was their first international trip and exposure to a culture different then ours.  Every meal provided a delicious spread of flavors and colors of foods different than we were used to at home.  We had many conversations with the children about the foods offered.  That it is not "weird", it is "different". There is a distinction there.  Just because we are not use to something does not make it wrong.  We encouraged them to try the new food and decide for themselves.  We came home with some kiddos who fell in love with some local Mexican dishes. Who knew!  Sometimes it takes just stepping outside of your comfort zone and having an open mind.