When I was first introduced to diatomaceous earth my first thought was, what exactly is this stuff? In very simple terms it is powdered fossils. The mineral compounds of the powder bind to harmful organisms in the body, effectively eliminating them. I have personally used it to expel worms from my son when her was younger. Here are some other great ways to utilize another natural way to care for the body. Benefits Expels worms and parasites Eliminate insects in the home and g

Cilantro is a two for one plant, providing delicious leaves to accent Mexican and Mediterranean dishes in cooler weather. Then coriander seeds when the weather gets hot. Coriandrum sativum Family: Apiaceae - parsley, carrot Parts used: leaves, blossoms and seeds (coriander) Actions Anti-Bacterial Anti-Catarrhal Antifungal Antiviral Antimicrobial Antioxidant Carminative Emmenagogue Expectorant Sedative Vermifuge Energetics/Body Systems Affected Cooling Digestive Uses Supports

All peppers have medicinal properties, but cayenne seems to have the strongest and what is used the most for medicinal purpose. Capsicum annum Family: Solanaceae - nightshare, tomato, peppers Parts used: fruit Actions Analgesic Antibacterial Anti-Catarrhal Anti-Inflammatory Anti-Microbial Antiseptic Antispasmodic Anti-Tumor Anti-Ulcer Astringent Carminative Hemostatic Rubefacient Stimulant Styptic Thermogenic Energetics/Body Systems Affected Hot Dry Warming Cardiovascular Dig