Alexandra Roach
Author
Alexandra Roach is a board-certified holistic health practitioner, community herbalist, and master gardener. She studied sustainable food and farming and lives with her family on an off-grid permaculture homestead. Roach works as a journalist and author, and writes with a broad perspective on health, gardening, and lifestyle choices.
LATEST
2-Step Homemade Throat-Soothing Thyme-Sage Lozenges
Harnessing the powerful properties of thyme and sage in homemade herbal lozenges brings soothing relief to coughs and sore throats.
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Sip This Spiced Milk to Ease Holiday Overindulgence
A blend of winter spices can bring comfort and support to your digestion after rich seasonal meals.
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How to Make Elderberry Syrup at Home for Cold and Flu Relief
A step-by-step guide to making flavorful elderberry syrup with just a few simple ingredients.
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How to Use Winter Squash to Soothe Dry, Cracked Skin
From your kitchen to your skincare routine, this simple seasonal ingredient delivers a natural boost for dry winter skin.
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Rose Hips: A Boost of Vitamins C and E—and How to Use Them
Simple ways to harvest, prepare, and enjoy these bright red fruits rich in essential nutrients.
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How to Make Fire Cider and Enjoy Its Immune-Boosting Benefits
Mix a few simple ingredients to create a homemade tonic that keeps you warm and helps fend off colds and flu.
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Garlic: The Easy-to-Grow Vegetable With a Wealth of Health Benefits
Discover how to plant, harvest, and enjoy garlic while boosting your family’s meals and immune health.
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Homemade Herbal Cordials for Health and Warmth This Winter
These easy recipes transform seasonal ingredients into cordials that support digestion, boost immunity, and bring joy to the table.
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How to Make Gut-Healthy Honey-Fermented Garlic
Transform two pantry staples into a simple ferment that supports gut health and immunity.
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The Quest for Matcha Alternatives
With Japanese matcha supplies running low, tea aficionados look to the United States for healthy alternatives.
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2-Step Homemade Throat-Soothing Thyme-Sage Lozenges
Harnessing the powerful properties of thyme and sage in homemade herbal lozenges brings soothing relief to coughs and sore throats.
|
Sip This Spiced Milk to Ease Holiday Overindulgence
A blend of winter spices can bring comfort and support to your digestion after rich seasonal meals.
|
How to Make Elderberry Syrup at Home for Cold and Flu Relief
A step-by-step guide to making flavorful elderberry syrup with just a few simple ingredients.
|
How to Use Winter Squash to Soothe Dry, Cracked Skin
From your kitchen to your skincare routine, this simple seasonal ingredient delivers a natural boost for dry winter skin.
|
Rose Hips: A Boost of Vitamins C and E—and How to Use Them
Simple ways to harvest, prepare, and enjoy these bright red fruits rich in essential nutrients.
|
How to Make Fire Cider and Enjoy Its Immune-Boosting Benefits
Mix a few simple ingredients to create a homemade tonic that keeps you warm and helps fend off colds and flu.
|
Garlic: The Easy-to-Grow Vegetable With a Wealth of Health Benefits
Discover how to plant, harvest, and enjoy garlic while boosting your family’s meals and immune health.
|
Homemade Herbal Cordials for Health and Warmth This Winter
These easy recipes transform seasonal ingredients into cordials that support digestion, boost immunity, and bring joy to the table.
|
How to Make Gut-Healthy Honey-Fermented Garlic
Transform two pantry staples into a simple ferment that supports gut health and immunity.
|
The Quest for Matcha Alternatives
With Japanese matcha supplies running low, tea aficionados look to the United States for healthy alternatives.
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