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Make Your Own Frugal Hot Oil Treatment

If you are old enough to remember the 80s, then you also remember the era of big, fluffy hair. I, unfortunately, was born with very straight, fine hair. This is something that can be an asset now, but it certainly wasn’t back then. Since that was the case, I have to admit, I had my hair permed once or twice in an effort to give it that classic 80s hairdo. Yeah, yeah, I know, that was so awful back then, wasn’t it? As a result of the perming, my nice soft hair dried out, so it needed some deep conditioning. … Continue reading →

Surviving a Low Thermostat (3)

We have been talking about ways to make it easier to feel comfortable while keeping the thermostat low to save on heating costs. I have found that we have been saving a lot by putting up with a cooler home this during this winter. Along the way, I’ve learned a few things that has helped us feel more comfortable. And as an added bonus, I find that our bodies more adjusted to the outdoors, so we can spend more time going for walks, playing in the backyard and exploring a local botanical garden (Yes there is still plenty to do … Continue reading →

Surviving a Low Thermostat (2)

In yesterday’s article, I talked about some practical ways that you can feel comfortable in your home while keeping the thermostat down low. This can save you a ton of money, especially with today’s rising costs in home heating oil, gas and electricity. If you missed that article, you can click here to read it now. Surviving a Low Thermostat. Do you dread being cold at night? Turn the temperature up a bit at night (a degree or two) a few hours before bed. Your body may be winding down and less efficient at retaining heat. The extra heat will … Continue reading →

Evening Primrose Oil and Trying to Conceive

Evening Primrose Oil is an herbal supplement that is believed to have benefits for infertility, among many other uses. Evening Primrose Oil contains Gamma Linolenic Acid, an Omega 6 fatty acid. This ingredient is the key to the benefits of this supplement for fertility. Evening Primrose Oil is said to have benefits for women trying to conceive a baby. One of the benefits is that it helps produce cervical mucous that is right for conception. This helps the sperm live longer and reach the egg. Cervical mucous is important for conception. If you are in treatment for infertility, you have … Continue reading →

Oil: How Much is Enough?

Lately, have you thought about the amount of oil in your diet? According to the USDA, much of our oil intake can be found in the foods we consume. The recommended daily allowance varies based on an individual’s age, sex, and degree of exercise. For example, a woman between the ages of 31-50 should consume five teaspoons of oil. A man in this age group should consume six teaspoons. These amounts are for those who are somewhat active, getting less than thirty minutes of physical activity, whether it’s gardening, hiking, or dancing. I’m in the above age group. Constant staples … Continue reading →

Make Your Own Infused Oil

Extracting essential oils from plant material is not easy! It isn’t very practical or cost-effective to try to get your own pure essential oils at home. However, you can make infused oils easily in a month or less. You can use just about any aromatic herb to make an infused oil. Try lavender, chamomile, peppermint or spearmint, rosemary, basil, or lemon balm. Pick the healthiest looking leaves and/or flowers you can find on a warm, sunny morning after the dew has evaporated — this is when the scent (and essential oil) is at its highest. If you want to use … Continue reading →

What Was He Thinking?

How far would you go to save or make money? I told you about my neighbor Joe’s grand plan to conserve money on gas. I thought he was ambitious, but Joe’s efforts to save cash pale in comparison to what one Louisiana man is undertaking to strike it rich. Steve Jordan of Lake Charles, Louisiana has just announced that he is drilling an oil well near his home to combat skyrocketing oil prices. The 52-year-old oilman told local reporters that the well would stretch 8,500 feet under his house and swimming pool and below the adjacent Calcasieu River. He says … Continue reading →