How to Make Dandelion Coffee

How to Make Dandelion Coffee



Surprisingly enough, dandelion roots make a very good coffee substitute. Naturally caffeine-free, dandelion root coffee tastes like regular coffee, but has many additional herbal benefits. Dandelion contains anti-oxidants that improve the function of the liver, gallbladder, kidneys and digestive system. You can buy dandelion root coffee, or you can make it yourself.







Things You'll Need:





Knife




Dandelion roots




Food processor




Colander







Get the Right Dandelion Roots for Your Coffee




1


Grow dandelions in your garden. When you purposefully grow dandelions for harvesting, you can encourage large root growth by planting in loose, tilled soil. Dandelions that grow as weeds are often in compacted soil that produces only small roots.





2


Harvest dandelion roots in the early spring or fall to get the most nutritional value. However, dandelions can be harvested anytime to make coffee.





3


Pick bunches with lots of greens above the ground to have the best chance of finding big, quality roots.





4


Cut the roots off the dandelion bunch with a knife.



Prepare Dandelion Roots to Make Coffee




1


Clean the dandelion roots thoroughly. You can do each root by hand or plunge the roots into water repeatedly.





2


Cut the roots into smaller pieces and grind them up in a food processor.





3


Spread the ground dandelion pieces out evenly on cookie sheets. Multiple cookie sheets should be used to minimize cooking time.





4


Roast the dandelion roots at 250 degrees F for 2 hours.





5


Stir the dandelion roots periodically as they roast to promote even cooking.





6


Grind the roasted dandelion roots in a coffee grinder or food processor to use in an automatic coffee maker.





7


Brew the dandelion coffee just as you would regular coffee.








Tips & Warnings










Save dandelion leaves from harvested roots to use in salads or cooked dishes and to make dandelion oil or wine.








You can roast whole dandelion roots without grinding if you wish.








Rinse ground dandelion in a colander prior to roasting if you are unsure about your first cleaning.








Leave the oven door open as you roast the roots so that the moisture can escape.








Drink dandelion coffee to stimulate the digestive system and treat ingestion and constipation. The bitter taste of the coffee promotes the production of hydrochloric acid in your stomach.








Check roots occasionally to make sure they are not burning.








Like most coffee, dandelion coffee is a diuretic, so expect increased urine flow when you drink it.








Side effects of ingesting dandelion include diarrhea and upset stomach. These side effects are usually minor.



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How to Make Colloidal Silver

How to Make Colloidal Silver



Colloidal silver is the result of changing the molecular structure of silver and suspending it in a solution without changing the substance itself. Although the Federal Drug Administration does not recognize colloidal silver as safe or effective as an oral or topical antibiotic, naturalists have used silver medicinally for centuries, and there is a simple method of making colloidal silver with a few easy to find items.







Things You'll Need:





6-volt DC transformer




2 alligator clips




2 pure silver coins (the Canadian Silver Maple Leaf has 1.2 oz. of .9999 pure silver)




Distilled water




Fish tank oxygenation bubbler with about 2 feet of neoprene tubing




Glass quart jar




Small airtight glass container (a dark colored medicine bottle with an eye dropper is ideal)









1


Gather your supplies together, and make sure everything is clean, especially the coins.





2


Clip the DC connector plug off the end of the transformer wire, leaving the wall plug wire intact. Only working on the cut wire, separate the wires and strip 1-inch of the insulation off, being careful not to damage them.





3


Connect each bare wire to an alligator clip, and crimp or solder them to secure them in place.





4


Find two pure silver electrodes, which in this case are your Canadian Silver Maple Leaf coins. Clamp the clean coins to opposite sides of the glass jar, with the alligator clamps.





5


Run the tubing to the bottom of the jar and then fill it with 8 oz. of distilled water up to the bottom of the clips. Make sure the metal on the clamp is well above the distilled water, because you only want the coins to be submerged.





6


Plug the transformer and the oxygenation unit into electrical outlets, and let the water bubble for about 5 hours.





7


Unplug the units, remove the coins, thoroughly clean off the residue and store them until you need them for making colloidal silver again. You'll probably be able to make more than you'll ever need for medicinal purposes with these two coins.





8


Purify your colloidal silver further by siphoning it into your storage bottle with the tubing instead of just pouring it in.








Tips & Warnings










Store your solution of colloidal silver out of direct sunlight, away from direct heat or strong odors and keep it away from magnetic fields, such as computers and microwaves.








Argyria is a bluish-gray discoloration of the skin and other body tissues, which is a side effect caused by a buildup of silver in the body. Other possible side effects, from using colloidal silver, may include kidney damage, headaches or skin irritation. It may also interfere with the body's absorption of some medications. Therefore, you should talk to your health care provider about any alternative medications, or treatments you are planning to use.



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How to Make an Herbal Infusion

How to Make an Herbal Infusion



An harbal infusion is when you soak an herbs leaves and/or flowers in boiling water to extract their properties.







Things You'll Need:





1 oz Dried herb OR 2 oz Fresh Herb




2 C Boinling Water









1


Place your selected herb in a teapot that has a tight fitting lid. Pour in your boiling water & let infuse for about 10 minutes.





2


Strain infused water through a strainer into a bowl, if you are planning on storing it, a cup, if you plan on drinking some now. Store remainder in a jar with a tight fitting lid in the fridge.





3


Infusions can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.








Tips & Warnings










Herbal infusions can be beneficial to your health. Many herbs can be made into infusions.



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How to Make A Hot Oil Infusion

How to Make A Hot Oil Infusion



Herbs are infused in hot oil when making extracts for use in massage oils, creams, or ointments. These may be kept for a couple of months in a cool, dry location.







Things You'll Need:





9 oz Dried herb OR 1 1/4 Lb Fresh Herb




2 c Pure Vegetable Oil.









1


Put your chosen herbs and oil in a glass bowl, and place over simmering water. Heat this gently over low heat for a couple of hours.





2


Pour this through a jelly bag or cheesecloth into a clean jar. Squeeze out as much oil as possible through the bag or cheesecloth to get a strong extract. Wear gloves since the oil will be hot.





3


Pour oil into dark, clean bottles. Seal bottles tightly and store in a cool, dry location.








Tips & Warnings










Comfrey is a good herb to use for this.








Don't forget to wear gloves while squeezing the oil from you cloth bag since it is HOT.



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How to Make A Cold Oil Infusion

How to Make A Cold Oil Infusion



Herbs can contain oils that can be used medicinally but these oils can be lost or destroyed if made with a hot oil infusion. To protect the healing oils in these herbs, use need to do this by making a cold oil infusion with them.







Things You'll Need:





9 oz Dried Herb OR 1 1/4 lb Fresh Herb




2 c Vegetable Oil









1


Put herbs in a large jar and pack them tightly. Cover with your oil. Seal tightly and put in a sunny location for 2-6 weeks depending on desired strength.





2


Pour slowly through a jelly bag or cheesecloth into a clean jar. Be sure you allow oil to filter completely through bag or cloth. Squeeze oil from bag, extracting as much as you can.





3


Pour oil into small dark, clean bottles and seal tightly. Store in a cool, dry location.


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How to Wear Toe Rings

How to Wear Toe Rings



A very popular piece of jewelry is the toe ring. Whether worn in silver or gold, metal or non-metal material, the toe ring is now an essential to most wardrobes, both men and women. This trendy item can be found in fashion stores as well as high-end jewelers. Whether you wear them for fun or to make a fashion statement, find the style that fits your personality and wear your toe ring with confidence.









Step
1



Decide which style of toe ring better suits your personality. There are numerous styles, materials and colors that can mixed and matched to offer certain looks. Wearing metals are appropriate for casual and semi-casual while non-metals are considered appropriate for sportswear or even beachwear.




Step
2



Determine what your toe ring size should be. This will almost certainly be a different number from your finger size. Get measured properly by a jeweler or do it yourself with a small piece of measuring tape.




Step
3



Decide what your budget will be for the toe ring jewelry.




Step
4



Identify what style of toe ring you most prefer to wear. Toe rings come in multiple fashion presentations. Choose 1 or 2 rings that are timeless and work with the bulk of your wardrobe.




Step
5



Wear appropriate toe ring jewelry with appropriate outfits. Wear non-metal rings with
sports
attire or outdoors attire and wear gold filled or diamond studded toe rings with a more dressier attire.




Step
6



Remove toe rings when not in use. Do not wear toe rings while showering, sleeping or wearing socks and tennis shoes. Not removing the ring could result in damage to the jewelry.




Step
7



Replace the toe rings as needed. This will ensure that your jewelry remains in high quality condition.


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How to Wear Tights with Peep-Toe Shoes

How to Wear Tights with Peep-Toe Shoes



Navigating fashion dos & don'ts can often be tricky, especially when logic and reason play a role in your decision. While most of us know not to wear shorts in the winter or fleece in the summer, other questionable "rules" are less obvious with regards to right and wrong. Take high-heeled sandals and open toed shoes for instance. Can we really wear them year-round? The answer is yes, and here's how.







Things You'll Need:





Thick, dark opaque tights



Peep toe and chunky high-heeled sandals









1


Consider purchasing dark neutral tights, such as black or chocolate brown, as these colors are typically the easiest to work with.




2


When donning your tights, make sure to pull the toe seam to the very tip of your toes, or try to tuck it under the top of your foot if it's comfortable to walk on.




3


When choosing a shoe to pair with your tights, opt for solid colors like black, brown, dark red, dark green or gray. Bring interest into the mix with textures, shapes, styles and height, rather than through patterns and intricate strapping.




4


Pairing like colors will work best, especially if you're a novice to this trend. For instance, a black dress, black tights and black peep toes will look sleek, sophisticated and sexy, as would black tights, black shoes and a dark patterned dress.




5


When it comes to picking styles of shoes, chunky versions work best. Other options include open-toed sling backs with a thick heel, Mary Jane's, platform high-heels, and thick-strapped sandals (all open toed).




6


The final step is picking a skirt, dress, or dark jeans (knee high tights work best with pants) to display your new pairing. Patterns can come into play here, as can shorter dresses (the dark tights work the same way as leggings) and mini's.








Tips & Warnings










Leave bright colored shoes in the closet for next season, instead choosing darker colored sandals. The only exceptions are metallic golds, pewters or silvers, which work well because of their sheen.








Typically thin-strapped sandals won't work with tights, so be sure to buy or use something thicker or chunkier.








This trend works in cold seasons when there isn't snow. Because your toes aren't covered you are more susceptible to frostbite so only wear tights with open-toes when the temps are cool and not freezing.



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