Drink Organic Too

It's not just what you eat that matters. All those pesticides and chemical fertilizers are used to produce your juice, milk, coffee, tea, wine, and cocktails, too. On top of that, coffee is often grown on land where rain forests once thrived. By destroying rain forests, we're not only increasing the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, but also sending half of all bird species in those areas into extinction. Luckily, organic coffee is easy to find, as are organic cocoa, organic tea and wine.

Wean Yourself off the Water Bottle

You know plastic water bottles are bad. But do you know how bad? Americans go through an estimated 70 million-plus water bottles a day, and a mere 14 percent get recycled. It's not just that they're taking up space in our landfills. Vast quantities of oil are consumed to make, transport, and dispose of them. What's more, the manufacturing of plastic bottles actually requires two times more water than the bottles will ultimately contain-buy reusable water bottles instead, some even have filters!

Great Sun Tea Recipe!

LEMONY HERBAL TEA
This lovely, light tea is delicious as a warm after-dinner beverage. It's also refreshing when iced — as is or combined with a fruity juice.
4 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons peppermint leaf
2 tablespoons raspberry leaf
4 tablespoons lemongrass
honey to taste (optional)
Place ingredients in pitcher and place in sun for 2-4 hours.  Alternate method: Pour boiling water over herbs. Steep five minutes. Strain and serve. Sweeten with honey, if you like. Another option: Combine equal parts brewed tea with equal parts fruit juice (such as apple). Garnish with lemon and serve over ice. Safety Note: Lemongrass has not been proven safe for consumption during pregnancy.

Kitchen Cure for Fatigue: Blackstrap Molasses

Ongoing fatigue can have many causes, so it needs a physician's diagnosis and care. But for women suffering from run-of-the-mill, postmenstrual fatigue, blackstrap molasses -- a good source of iron, calcium, and other minerals -- can work wonders.

Kitchen Cure for Sinusitis: Oregano & Rosemary

Steam is the best way to deliver the healing power of herbs to congested sinuses. Oregano and rosemary have antiviral, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties. Plus, they're bronchodilators, so they help you breathe.

Kitchen Cure for Cough: Mustard

For a dry cough, ground mustard helps loosen congestion and reduce inflammation. A topical pack is effective, but be sure to check it every three to five minutes. Mustard can irritate or even burn the skin.