I enjoy drinking herbal tea or just sipping on warm water in the mornings, so I used to carry a thermos around with me. A typical thermos carries only about 1.5 cups of water and is no heatable, as it is usually made of plastic and metal materials. One day, when I had a cold and needed plenty of warm water to get me through the morning, I grabbed a jar (of which there are plenty in my collection) … [Read more...]
Iced Tea Lemonade (with Mint- WHOA!)
My husband and I are quite voracious water drinkers. He hasn't had soda for several years, and I moved on from it about 3 years ago. On an occasion we'll have coconut water, juice, tea, or wine, but with meals, we usually stick with water. As much as I appreciate water and its satiating power, sometimes I crave a little flavor in my drink with my meal. You get me, right?So, now I'm onto this Iced … [Read more...]
Natural Remedies- Sore Throat
I have never been attracted to the use of prescription drugs, or any drug for that matter. The idea of planting a foreign chemical strong enough to obstruct my awareness and/or brain receptors has never intrigued me. Only when absolutely necessary will I take meds. This past week I noticed a pain in the lower portion of my throat. I hoped that sleep and healthy eating would combat the … [Read more...]