Plants Power Purpose Blog: A Guide to Wellness - Mind, Body & Soul

01/06/2023

Happy Epiphany!
🎁 🪔🏺🏮Speaking of those three gifts, here is a blog I wrote about the oils given by the Magi — why were they so important? Worth more than gold, the plant oils given (frankincense and myrrh) have amazing health benefits for us today!
https://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/12/28/frankincense-myrrh/

Frankincense & Myrrh Many know that Frankincense and Myrrh were two of the gifts given by the wisemen to Baby Jesus after traveling afar from the East following His star. What many don’t know i…

06/27/2022

Tips for avoiding harmful chemicals

03/17/2022

One man on a mission to use one plant to teach a nation about one God! But what are the facts?

http://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/03/17/saint-patricks-fascinating-life-and-the-holiday-about-a-plant-%e2%98%98%ef%b8%8f/

The story of Saint Patrick is an amazing one! The fact that the man wasn’t even Irish, and that he used a plant to help convert a nation of non-believers is truly inspiring! Here’s some…

03/09/2022

HELP THE UKRAINIANS!
You can help locally by donating funds, or by donating items being sent to the Ukrainian people.

http://plantspowerpurpose.com/2022/03/09/ukraine/

HELP THE UKRAINIANS You can help locally by donating funds, or by donating items being sent to Ukrainian people. The organizations collecting have a special place in the hearts of the Philadelphia …

03/07/2022

History Lesson Victory Gardens — How Vegetables Fight Food Shortages During WWI and WWII

During World War I and World War II, millions of Americans helped the war effort by turning front yards, backyards, schoolyards, and vacant lots into vegetable gardens. These home front projects allowed every American to dig in to win. Plan your family’s garden today with the help of the TFES Garden Club - our community can fight for food security right in your own backyard!

https://tfesgardenclub.org/2022/03/07/victory-gardens/

01/30/2022

Get Outdoors Friends. It good for the mind, body, and soul.

Enjoy Winter Fun Outdoors! With proper safety precautions, recreating in winter can be good for your health. Don’t let colder temps stop you from spending a little time outdoors.

From hiking to biking, fishing to hunting, hang gliding to snowmobiling, Pennsylvania has a wide diversity of recreational opportunities in our state parks and forests during all seasons. Check out some of these ideas and find some fun! ➡️
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With proper safety precautions, recreating in winter can be good for your health. Don’t let colder temps stop you from spending a little time outdoors.

Find winter recreation opportunities ➡️ https://bit.ly/2DgyRX2
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01/28/2022

Sure you can buy bath bombs anywhere, but they are not only expensive, but they can also be toxicities, absorbed through our skin. We have a fun, easy recipe to make your own bath bombs, with your favorite scents with naturally beneficial ingredients.

http://plantspowerpurpose.com/2022/01/28/diy-bath-bombs-with-health-benefiting-ingredients/

Sure you can buy bath bombs anywhere, but they are not only expensive, but they can also be toxicities, absorbed through our skin. We have a fun, easy recipe to make your own bath bombs, with your …

12/30/2021

Everyone is feeling the winter slump, it’s dark, it’s cold, the plants/animals are hibernating and humans want to do the same. Well, here’s some reasons to go get dirty, even in the winter—it makes you happy? We know Gardening is healthy because it’s exercise, outdoors, and can allow you to grow your own organic produce for little expense. But did you know it’s good for you mentally—and not just because going outdoors helps us calm down or because growing food gives us pride—but because…....

http://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/12/30/happy-dirt/

Everyone is feeling the winter slump, it’s dark, it’s cold, the plants/animals are hibernating and humans want to do the same. Well, here’s some reasons to go get dirty, even in the winter—it makes…

12/28/2021

Many know that Frankincense and Myrrh were two of the gifts given by the wisemen to Baby Jesus after traveling afar from the East following His star. What many don’t know is how valuable Frankincense and Myrrh were in ancient days, as a sacred anointing oils, in addition to tons of health benefits the plant still has today!...

http://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/12/28/frankincense-myrrh/

12/03/2021

Who doesn’t like berries? High in antioxidants, various nutrients and great for immunity! Berries are so good for you that it’s worth growing as much as you possibly can. The downside? The cost of all those bushes and canes! But there is a cheap way to grow more soft fruit - and it can be done at the same time as winter pruning....

http://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/12/03/grow-berries-for-free-and-some-other-gardening-how-tos/

Who doesn’t like berries? High in antioxidants, various nutrients and great for immunity! Berries are so good for you that it’s worth growing as much as you possibly can. The downside? The cost of …

10/18/2021

Balance the good and bad hormones with these PLANTS!
According to Harvard, there are 5 hormones that can literally block your ability to lose weight and feel good.
One of my favorite bloggers, posted a fabulous article with data from several studies, which revealed many plants that can help balance hormones and help us loose weight and feel better – mind and body! https://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/10/18/balance-the-good-and-bad-hormones-with-these-plants/

10/11/2021

Hey! We know it’s been a while, but it was a very busy growing season for us, while maintaining a children’s garden club!
The main growing season may be drawing to a close, but that doesn’t mean you need to go without luscious fresh salad leaves during the months ahead.
https://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/10/10/gardening-how/

The main growing season may be drawing to a close, but that doesn’t mean you need to go without luscious fresh salad leaves during the months ahead from GrowVeg – the creators of the Garden P…

05/29/2021

FAVORITE PLANT-BASED SIZZLING SUMMER RECIPES
As many of us our trying to get back to socializing, outdoor hangouts and dining alfresco are all the rage. Here are some delicious recipes for summer suppers and sides using plant-based ingredients!
https://plantspowerpurpose.com/2020/06/13/summer-recipes-2/

03/19/2021

EWG’s 2021 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce™

See the full list of fruits and vegetables EWG recommends you always buy organic “Dirty Dozen”. Can’t find organic in your store? Check out EWG’s Clean Fifteen™ list of the fruits and vegetables that are least likely to have pesticide residues. As always if you grow your own, you can avoid pesticides and high organic prices! We will be teaching you how easy that can be this growing season!

EWG’s 2021 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce™ is finally here, and the results are shocking! (And remember, if you grow your own food, you shouldn’t have to worry about any of that!” Yet aga…

03/17/2021

One man on a mission to use one plant to teach a nation about one God! But what are the facts? https://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/03/17/saint-patricks-fascinating-life-and-the-holiday-about-a-plant-%e2%98%98%ef%b8%8f/

The story of Saint Patrick is an amazing one! The fact that the man wasn’t even Irish, and that he used a plant to help convert a nation of non-believers is truly inspiring! Here’s some…

03/16/2021

How rare are four-leaf clovers? 🍀
Plus more about naturalized and native plants with Ranger Kelly! Good luck growing!

03/16/2021

More than ever, after a year of incredible suffering and hardship caused by Covid-19, the world needs more gardens. So let's do this! Gardener's Supply and Gardening with Kids has doubled down on their efforts to ensure that "Gardens change Lives".
https://plantspowerpurpose.com/2021/03/16/gardening-with-kids-to-harvest-hope-together/

Gardener’s Supply Company founded their company on the premise that gardens change lives. They nourish the body, elevate the spirit, and build community. More than ever, after a year of incre…