Practical
Making a medicinal herbal oil infusion using dried plants
A good way to treat all kinds of afflictions, both internal and external, is by means of a medicinal herbal oil. Herbal oil macerations using dried plants can be made…
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Making a medicinal herbal oil using fresh plants
Today we are going to make a medicinal herbal oil using fresh plants. Earlier we discussed the easier way of making medicinal oil, which employs dried plants. But sometimes an…
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The best herbs for naturally strong and shiny hair and a healthy scalp
Due to all kinds of events in my life, my hair has endured some blows. It probably is the same for mAt my age, perimenopause also has its effects. In…
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The foundation of a healthy life, part 1: introduction
As a hagetisse I receive many people who have problems with their health. It often concerns chronic diseases for which those who seek me out have not found an adequate…
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The foundation of a healthy life, part 2: nutrition, an important ingredient of good health
The body does not operate just like that. Like with an engine, it needs fuel. The mechanical comparison immediately ends there. Although many health professionals like to approach the body…
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The foundation of a healthy life, part 3: a healthy way of growing
Conclusion from the previous blogs: everyone seems to agree on a couple of things. We have to eat a lot of fruit and vegetables, preferably as many different kinds and…
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The foundation of a healthy life, part 4: meat, vegetarian or vegan
Over the years I have regularly been asked whether it is healthy to eat meat or to live as a vegetarian or vegan. There is no easy answer to that…
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The foundation of a healthy life, part 5: exercising the right way
We humans have always exercised a lot. We had to if we wanted to eat and drink. Even when we became farmers, we moved a lot. Crops did not plant,…
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The foundation of a healthy life, part 7: does your living space suit you?
Lifestyle is one of these terms which can mean several different things. Google lifestyle and you will get to see a whole range of websites. The topics will probably range…
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The hagetisse’s stinging nettle soup recipe
Nettle is a super plant for those who need a mineral boost. And you can find it pretty much everywhere. Today, I am posting my own recipe for a delicious…
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The magic of rituals and their importance to our everyday life
We have all seen one of these documentaries at some point: people - druids, wiccans, witches, etc. – going through more or less complicated procedures during what they call magical…
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Using runes; letting ancient symbols speak to you
Using runes can mean a variety of things. There are those who cast them and there are those who write them. And then there are plenty of other thing you…
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Weed pesto recipe: foraging and cooking with wild plants
Foraging and cooking with wild plants is fun, tasty and healthy. So, today I am posting this yummy recipe for weed pesto.
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Where do you buy your alcohol for your tincture menstruum?
People sometimes ask me where I buy the alcohol for my tincture menstruum. Of course, you’d want to use a good alcohol that is suitable for making tinctures and in…
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Where to start when using divination yourself: picking your method
Earlier I told you about divination: what it is and how it works. We humans have used divination for eons already. Ever since we became conscious of our own thought…
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