natural living - Polly Jemima

Why weeds are wonderful

June 22, 2021

When you think of superfoods you probably don’t think of weeds. But there are many found-at-a-roadside plants common to the UK that can provide a whole host of health benefits. Nettle (Urtica dioica) The stinging nettle grows pretty rampantly throughout the UK. But did you know that it contains about as much Omega-3 as spinach,...

EVERYDAY LIFE

Natural Deodorant – a DIY recipe

May 6, 2021

I stopped using ‘normal’ deodorant years ago, there are a lot of health concerns over regular deodorants, and I try to use as much natural product as I can. I’ve tried so many different natural deodorants over the years, some good, some awful. Some irritated my skin, others didn’t make a tiny bit of difference....

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Winter Warmer Bath Melts

December 15, 2015

These easy to make Bath Melts are a great gift idea for Christmas – they’d be perfect to give to a teacher or Gran for a handmade present. My girls and I love them, not only do they smell fab, they leave your skin soft and silky too. I often make them with Chamomile andLavender...

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Lavender Rose Bath Salts

December 3, 2015

When it’s cold outside, nothing beats a soak in the bath to warm you up and leave you relaxed. I don’t get the chance for a long, hot bath anywhere near enough, so when I do I make sure I really indulge! These homemade bath salts are a great addition to a tub. Salt baths...

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Peppermint Sugar Scrub

November 27, 2015

If you’re beginning to think about Christmas {who isn’t} and love the idea of giving homemade gifts, then this is for you! I always plan to be organised and make things through the year, but it never happens. You can whip up a batch or two of these in half an hour tops, and not...

FOOD

Sunday strolls and elderberry syrup

September 30, 2015

Sunday morning we woke up, and it was one of those beautiful Autumn mornings. Crisp, cool and sunny. We had a quick breakfast and decided to take an early morning stroll, along to the park and to collect some elderberries. I like to make up a batch of elderberry syrup around about now, to see...

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Make your own lipbalm

December 9, 2014

It’s actually surprisingly easy to make your own lipbalm. It makes for a great gift or stocking filler – you’ll get kudos points for the handmade gift! You can customise it to suit the person who you’re giving it to, and they’ll think you super clever for making your own. This is my favourite recipe...

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Essential Oil Remedy for Cold Sores

January 23, 2014

I’m unlucky enough to get cold sores, when I’m stressed or tired, or when I get a cold. They’re sore and itchy, and just not nice! Thankfully, this essential oil blend eases them. I use it as soon as I feel the first ‘tingle’, the sweet almond oil stops keeps it moist, and the essential...

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