August 6th, 2020 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
Herb for August - CALENDULA - Calendula officinalis A member of the daisy family, calendula (also known as marigold) is a fast growing annual or biennial plant with aromatic leaves and heads of vivid orange daisy-like flowers, borne in long succession in the summer and autumn until the first hard frosts More...
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July 8th, 2020 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
Herb for July MARSHMALLOW - Althea officinalis The truly stunning marshmallow plant is loved by pollinators of all kinds due to its beautiful, soft, pink, open flowers. It can grow to be nearly 7ft tall with a 2-3ft diameter! The leaves are soft like rabbits’ ears as they are covered in tiny hairs which give them a silvery appearance and a velvety texture. Marshmallow has very long, thick pale roots which burrow deep underground More...
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June 13th, 2020 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
The taste and smell of rose invokes a feeling of summer – it makes a delicious iced tea on a hot summer’s day, cooling the senses and the body. Rosehip seed oil is an excellent source of vitamins and skin-nourishing fatty acids, both of which are important for keeping skin smooth, soft and supple. This makes it an excellent addition to any skincare product. HABITAT The Damask Rose (Rosa damascena) originated in the Middle East and was brought to Europe in the 13th century More...
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March 26th, 2020 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
August 6, 2020 Telemedicine - Veterinarian Kathy Doty Is Available To Nome Pet Parents During Pandemic To Set Up An Appointment For A Consult Email: happyhome.vetcare@gmail.com Call/Text: 907-360-4188 There will be a fee associated with the consult.
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January 3rd, 2020 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
Nourish and rejuvenate your skin with your own home-made 4 ingredient detox body scrub
Our Detox Toning Oil contains stimulating black pepper, cleansing lemon and rejuvenating frankincense, use it to make this detox body scrub - a great way to revive dull skin More...
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September 11th, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
1. Increases blood flow to limbs – Increasing circulation is the most important benefit for seniors. Good circulation can become increasingly difficult as we age, and massage therapy really helps the flow of the blood into the limbs.
2. Improves balance and gait – Falling is consistently listed as one of the top concerns for seniors, as our bones tend to become more infirm as we get older More...
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June 11th, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
The next time you are bitten by a mosquito, raid your refrigerator, kitchen pantry, or medicine cabinet for a quick and easy DIY remedy that requires no extra trip to the pharmacy. One of these home remedies is sure to do the trick for calming irritation.
- Lemon slice: Apply directly to the affected area.
- Aspirin: Crush tablets and add to water to form an anti-itching paste, then spread on the bite More...
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May 3rd, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
Cats are often viewed as self-reliant and less in need of medical care than other pets. This is simply not true! Cats deserve proper care, good nutrition, routine veterinary care and the ability to live a happy and enriched life.
Here are six ways to help improve your cat’s happiness:
Cat Health
Find out how frequently your vet clinic recommends coming in for wellness visits More...
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May 2nd, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
Cooling eye compress recipe
To cool and refresh the delicate skin around the eye area, this compress is perfect for revitalizing after a busy day of activities More...
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April 28th, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink
Most pets love to be petted! Belly rubs and ear scratches-what’s not to like? But how about a massage? Massage is “touch with intent” and is one of the oldest healing arts. Massage therapists use their hands to create various forms of movement and pressure which improves one’s health and well-being. As humans, we know all too well the benefits of a massage More...
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