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Drunk As A… Raccoon? Fermenting Food Leads To Buzz For Wildlife

Catherine Sherriffs

You’ve heard the saying drunk as a skunk, but how about drunk as a raccoon? A few of these masked creatures are making headlines after having a little too much fun on the streets one night.   Rowdy Raccoons If you’re a homeowner, you’ve likely had your share of run-ins with raccoons. They have the…

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Four Amazing Herbs That Can Keep You Healthy This Flu Season

Every year, flu season hits hard, and unfortunately, washing your hands only does so much. That’s why it’s important to do everything you possibly can to keep your immune system strong and healthy. And when it comes to finding that extra boost, eating the right foods can be extremely beneficial, especially when it comes to…
November 5, 2018
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Don’t Be Duped By Misleading Nutritional Labels

As I harvest the very last fruits and vegetables from my outdoor gardens, I’m saddened to know that I have several cold months ahead in which most of what my family eats will come from the grocery store. I love knowing over the summer exactly how my food is grown and that it travels just…
October 12, 2018
Catherine Sherriffs

Flower Power: Beautiful Blooms May Lower Women’s Stress Levels

Whether you like it or not, stress is a fact of life. For everyone. From family life and money matters to tardiness and issues at the office, we’ve all fallen victim to stress at some point. A recent study by Wakefield Research found 68% of people feel stress on a weekly basis, while 32% said…
September 28, 2018
Catherine Sherriffs

Why You Shouldn’t Feed Hummingbirds Red Dye

In the same group as bees and butterflies, hummingbirds are not to be forgotten as very important pollinators. When they drink nectar from our flowers, their foreheads rub against the stamens and pistils, thus collecting pollen and moving it around our gardens. They have amazing memories and will remember food sources, returning year after year.…
August 17, 2018
Catherine Sherriffs

Nature-Approved: Try These Remedies Made From Medicinal Plants

My five-year-old daughter has terrible eczema all over her body; people ask me all the time what the painful-looking rashes are on her arms and legs. I tried products with cortisone without any luck. Then, earlier this summer at the farmer’s market, a super kind honey vendor offered a salve she had made with goat’s…
August 10, 2018
Catherine Sherriffs