During pregnancy, many moms-to-be look forward to breastfeeding – and while making breast milk is a natural… it’s not always easy.
Breastfeeding isn’t necessarily the right choice for every woman, but the health benefits associated with nursing are significant for both mama and baby. Breastfed babies tend to get fewer colds and viruses and develop greater resistance to gastrointestinal infections. Nutritious breast milk is also thought to decrease the risk of chronic illnesses later in life.
Naturally glowing skin is a reflection of overall health and inner balance. After all, the skin is your biggest organ!
Many people experience skin issues throughout life like rashes, dryness, blemishes, or just a general lack of vitality. Some may seem more prone to these than others, but the truth is – healthy skin with a natural glow requires care and commitment.
From soothing sprains, to healing scrapes, to settling queasy tummy – certain herbal salves, creams, oils, and medicines should have a place in your first aid kit. Here are our top 4 herbal first aid care essentials for common injuries and ailments!
Summer is upon us, and we’re all looking forward to cooling off with a swim.
Whether you hit the pool, lake or ocean, water can splash into the ear and remain there after swimming. This creates a moist environment ideal for bacterial growth that can cause an external ear infection, known as otitis externa or “swimmer’s ear”. Although less common, this infection can also be triggered by fungal conditions.
Natural, Herbal, Therapeutic Body Care for The Whole Family
Learn about our complete line of traditional herbal preparations that stimulate healing and fight infection in common conditions including:
What is a Castor Oil Pack?
Castor oil is applied to the skin by means of a hot pack. The first step in making a pack is to soak a piece of cloth in castor oil. Next, the oil-saturated cloth is placed on the skin and covered with a sheet of plastic. Then a hot water bottle is positioned on the sheet of plastic to provide a source of heat.
If you’ve ever experienced a UTI, you know how irritating, inconvenient, and painful they can be!
You’re not the only one – urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common bacterial infections, especially among women – and 30% of women with a UTI suffer a repeat occurrence within six months.
Do you suffer from sore joints?
Many of us are all-too familiar with joint pain. Whether it’s acute, temporary, or ongoing from a chronic condition, joint pain can affect mobility and mood and prevent you from enjoying everyday life.
We are all familiar with pain. It hurts!
More specifically, pain is a physiological response of the nervous system that occurs when the body is harmed. From a stubbed toe to a sunburn, the resulting pain communicates to us to avoid that stimulus in the future, and that the site of the pain requires attention.
“Happiness for me is largely a matter of digestion.”
― Lin Yutang, The Importance of Living
Heartburn, indigestion, constipation and bloating are all familiar – and uncomfortable – symptoms of sluggish digestion. Poor digestion is a too-common complaint among people of all ages and walks of life. But there’s a way to stimulate your digestion and address the underlying issues of digestive discomfort – naturally and simply.
At St. Francis Herb Farm, we have a fantastic, hard-working team. We are truly passionate about our work, and that shows in the effort that goes into crafting, selling and telling the world about our herbal medicines and whole food products.
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