Mother nature has provided many gifts and our editor is exploring and collecting that lore into a carefully researched directory of natural ingredients. We're making it easy to find what you're looking for and discover new elements with our cross-referenced listings of uses, benefits, gathering times and storage methods. We have guides on how and when to gather your ingredients, preserve and store them. Recipes for herbal remedies and natural products are being added all of time, as well as reviews and product sources for those who don't have time to produce their own. Herbal remedies should compliment medical advice and treatment, not replace it. We also welcome contributions from readers and experts and those who would like to blog about their experiences.