Archive for the ‘Glossary’ Category
Myrrh
Myrrh (Myrrh commiphora), was used as an aromatic (burned as incense) in the Egyptian temples of Isis. The Egyptian papyri of 2,000 B.C. mentioned its uses for skin disease, circulatory problems and as an antiseptic. The Old Testament lists a large variety of herbs and spices that were raised in ancient Mesopotamia. The Song of Solomon [...]
Aloe vera
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) can be purchased from Detroit’s Eastern Market that is famous for its huge selection of fresh food. Thousands of guests arrive every weekend to purchase food from the expansive booths run by farmers at the open market. The market should be a definite visit for any newcomers to Detroit. “Eastern Market draws [...]
Honey
Honey is used as a common sweetener and is the natural miracle drawn from the nectar of flowers that bees produce. Honey is a highly concentrated source of many essential nutrients, including large amounts of carbohydrates (sugars), some minerals, B-complex vitamins, and vitamins C,D, and E. Honey should never be given to children under the [...]
Rose
Organic rose petals can be bought from Zerbos Health Food Market on Plymouth Road, Livonia, Michigan. As with any of the herbs needed to make the products in the health recipes, the best product selection in the Detroit metropolitan area can be purchased locally, and the prices are reasonable. All of the following recipes are [...]
Olive
Olive Oil (Olea europea) is one of the best ingredients to have on stock in the kitchen because it is a healthier alternative to heavy cooking oils. Olive oil is mainly a monounsaturated fat and can also be used as a beauty enhancer on hair and skin. The oil is a useful ingredient to add [...]
Juniper berries
Juniper berries (Juniperus communis), is a conifer cultivated in Africa, Asia, Europe and North America. The oil has antiseptic properties and traditionally is used for rheumatic complaints, circulation, eczema, oily skin, hair loss, colds, flu, ulcers, and stress. Juniper is used in home remedies for gout, rheumatic ailments, and indigestion. Treatment for Hair Loss 1 [...]
Oatmeal & Honey Soap
Oatmeal & Honey Soap is a timeless blend of Oatmeal, Honey, Chamomile, Amyris, and Hyacinth all of which condition and exfoliates the skin. The ingredients are oatmeal, honey, amyris, chamomile, and hyacinth. Amyris and hyacinth are both essential oils contained in this recipe and are used not only for fragrance but therapeutic benefits as well. [...]
Lemongrass Soap
Lemongrass Soap is a magnificent combination of lemon and lemongrass that provides a natural treatment for oily skin and works as an antiseptic. The ingredients are lemongrass herb and essential oil. The herbs can be found at Eastern Market in downtown Detroit, Michigan. Each week as many as 40,000 people flock to Eastern Market for [...]
Lavender Soap
When making natural soap, fresh, organic ingredients are used from Eastern Market in Detroit, MI, where a large variety of fresh organic herbs can be found. One of the favorite and most often used herbs is Lavender. All natural soaps made by Herbal Songstress are handmade using the finest ingredients. Herbal soaps produce a rich, [...]
Lemon
Lemon (Citrus Limon) Lemon is a citrus fruit, found in warm climates and contains mostly juice. Grapefruits, limes, oranges, and lemons are all part of the citrus group and are known for their vitamin C. Citrus fruits are commonly used for cleansing the body, digestion, and liver functions. Lemons are a cleanser, purifier, and rejuvenator, [...]
