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how to treat ADHD naturally

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often characterized as a difficulty or inability to maintain focus or attention for any substantial period of time. ADHD is considered to be one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in today’s youth.  It is typically diagnosed in the elementary years and continues on into adulthood. Characteristics of ADHD include difficulty controlling impulsive behaviors (talking or acting out at inappropriate times), acting without thinking about the outcome of …

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By Posted on Posted in Nature Inspired Gifts, Uncategorized

In honor of Earth Day soon approaching us, I thought it would be fun to write an article listing some of the best gifts to give to your nature-loving child.  This list is suitable for most kids ages 4-10 with some of the gifts requiring a bit more supervision for the younger kiddos.  I hope you find some (or all) of these to be worthwhile introducing to your own kiddos!  DIY birdhouse …

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Earaches are a common concern among many parents of little ones, often accompanying colds, flu or even teething.  Oftentimes, diet may cause some congestion within the ear and some of those culprits include, meat, dairy, sugar or even citrus fruits with the exception of lemons and limes so it may be worth eliminating or cutting back on some of those foods to see if the issue subsides. There are plenty of over-the-counter …

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By Posted on Posted in Gardening

Your home is your sanctuary, where you go to retreat from the rest of the world, so how do you create the privacy in your yard that you crave, and how do you do it quickly?  Even if we like our neighbors, a lot of us still relish in a secluded and private yard, free from the outside world.  I am going to share some of the fastest-growing privacy plants ranging from …

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By Posted on Posted in Aromatherapy

What is Aromatherapy? So, what exactly is aromatherapy and how do you use aromatherapy effectively to experience health benefits?  Aromatherapy is the use of natural plant extracts, such as essential oils, hydrosols, and carrier oils, in a variety of ways to heal the mind and body and increase an overall feeling of well-being. Common ways to use aromatherapy are through inhalation-typically through the use of a diffuser or topically when added to …

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By Posted on Posted in Herbal Self-Care

30+ of the best natural beauty products on Amazon.  Spring is on the horizon and I don’t know about you but I always feel a different zest for life once spring arrives.  I put in a bit more effort in my daily routines, spruce up my skincare regimen and experiment with some fun new products.  Sticking with Plant-Thyme’s natural and plant-based philosophy, all of the products listed will be natural in form, …

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By Posted on Posted in Gardening

Many of us love the idea of growing our own fresh fruits and vegetables, but a lot of us just don’t have the room. That is where container gardening comes into play, but what are the easiest fruit-bearing plants that grow best in containers? Many different plants will flourish in containers as long as they are given the right conditions.  This article will explore the many different fruit-bearing plants that can easily …

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By Posted on Posted in Product Creation

You love to make herbal creations and you find yourself wondering what are the best herbal products to start selling on Etsy in 2023. I have wondered the same thing, so I did some research.  Herbal products can be a bit time-consuming to make and well,  if you are making them for the purpose of selling them, you want to make sure you are not wasting your time or your precious ingredients.   …

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By Posted on Posted in Product Creation

So you have created the most luxurious herbal products; body cream, a potent blend of detox tea or a healing medicinal salve, and all you have to label those lovely creations is a sticker and a sharpie.  Well, that just doesn’t do your herbal creations justice.  Those creations were made with some serious time-consuming TLC and they deserve to be dressed in style! Disclaimer: Plant Thyme utilizes some affiliate links which may result …

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By Posted on Posted in Herbal Self-Care

So, you find yourself feeling stressed, exhausted, and overworked with almost zero time for self-care.  Well, you’re in the right place.  So often we are taking care of all of our day-to-day responsibilities and the one person that is neglected is, well, ourselves.  We rush through our nightly routine with just enough energy to wash up, brush our teeth and go to bed.   Ideally, we set aside a bit more time for …

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Learn how to lower blood pressure naturally with hawthorn. Ever wonder if there is a way to lower your blood pressure naturally and without the use of drugs?  I did a quick google search on what the most commonly prescribed drugs in The United States were and it turns out that high blood pressure medication ranked pretty high, if not the highest on the list.  I started to think that as often …

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By Posted on Posted in Beginners Guide

What are the 10 best herbs to add to your home apothecary? With so many different plants to choose from, where do you begin?  Well, I have narrowed this list down to the top 10 most medicinal and versatile herbs to begin your home apothecary.    I found that about 15 or so were commonly mentioned throughout my research, but for the main meat and potatoes of this post, I will focus on …

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What are the most informative books to start learning about herbs?  That is such a common question among herbal newcomers (myself included) that I figured I would write a quick post listing the top 10 most recommended books to start your journey into herbalism.   Disclaimer: Plant Thyme utilizes some affiliate links which may result in a small commission from clicks that result in a purchase. Not all links that are published within this …

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Headaches are a total pain!  We’ve all had them and we have all tried various remedies to make them go away and stay away.  Most of us reach for an over-the-counter pharmaceutical or maybe even something stronger, but at what expense to the rest of our bodies? Disclaimer: Plant Thyme utilizes some affiliate links which may result in a small commission from clicks that result in a purchase. Not all links that are …

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Ahh Choo, yes it’s time for colds & flu.  We all get them and we all want ways to remedy them, quickly.  Even better would be if we could find a way to prevent them in the first place! Well, that is my goal for this here post.  Disclaimer: Plant Thyme utilizes some affiliate links which may result in a small commission from clicks that result in a purchase. Not all links that …

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By Posted on Posted in Juicing

Can you juice herbs?  What are the benefits of juicing herbs? If you’ve ever wondered about juicing herbs and which ones provide the most bang for their buck, I’ve got you covered.   Disclaimer: Plant Thyme utilizes some affiliate links which may result in a small commission from clicks that result in a purchase. Not all links that are published within this blog post are affiliate links. I got myself on the juice kick …

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By Posted on Posted in Pet Friendly Plants

Ever wonder what herbs are safe for your beloved pets?  It is a concern for many of us who share our homes with our fantastic fur babies.  Are these plants toxic?! What will happen if my cat eats these leaves? Disclaimer: Plant Thyme utilizes some affiliate links which may result in a small commission from clicks that result in a purchase. Not all links that are published within this blog post are affiliate links. …

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What exactly is insomnia and how can we cure or at least remedy it naturally? Before we get into the troubles of not getting enough zzz’s at night, let’s begin with why sleep is so important for overall well-being, shall we? For starters, sleep is when the body heals and regenerates.  It really is that simple.  The human body is so fascinating and amazing to me that I could write post after …

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By Posted on Posted in Beginners Guide

Welcome To Plant Thyme: A Beginners Guide To Herbalism Welcome.  This blog’s mission is to serve as a useful guide to help people start their journey into herbalism.  Traditionally, herbalism refers to medicinal practices based on the use of plants and plant extracts.  To me though, herbalism is just a desire to add more plants into your daily routine. Whether that means through culinary recipes, medicinal healing, cosmetic products, or just an …

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