Homestead Market Blog: Health Tips and Product Insights

Since 2002, we have enjoyed the traditional Xlear nasal spray and the many benefits that it has to offer. Even though we love this drug-free saline nasal spray, some of us here at Homestead Market wanted a more powerful spray to help clear our sinus and nasal passages. So, we became creative and started mixing in our personal blend of essential oils! It came as a wonderful surprise when Spry-Xlear announced its new Xlear Rescue Nasal Spray. Here is the herbal sinus relief spray that we we …

Many people struggle to sleep well due to the burdens and stresses of everyday life. Without enough sleep, our bodies suffer profound consequences including a lack of energy, focus, and long-term health. Terry Naturally® developed a product that has been helpful to those who are not getting deep, sound sleep. The product is Terrific Zzzz® and is a trusted product that has been available from Terry Naturally® for many years and is one of their best selling products.Terrific Zzzz® is non-habit for …

Many people suffer from dry mouth and for several reasons. Some people struggle to find relief from dry mouth because of cancer treatments; some just fail to produce sufficient saliva in general, possibly due to side effects from medications; and others have some very serious health issues, including immune disorders like Sjogren’s syndrome. We have many customers who have experienced dry mouth, and we understand the discomfort that it causes them. Because so many people struggle with this syndr …

Surprise your guests with something NEW and adventurous . . . that is really OLD and delicious!Sap Sago Cheese – also referred to as Swiss Schabziger® -- is made only in Switzerland from a thousand year-old recipe.It is a unique, hard, pungent, grating cheese with uses limited only to your imagination. A little goes a long way!Our Sap Sago customers tend to be very sentimental about this unique cheese. Many have ties to Europe and grew up eating it with fresh bread and butter (hmmm good!) N …

The word is out! Sugar – especially in excessive amounts – is harmful to our bodies. And we’ve learned that artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame and sucralose, have their downsides, too. Is there a way to avoid these products and still satisfy my sweet tooth or to complete a recipe that calls for sugar? Yes, there is, and here are two products from Homestead Market for you to consider adding to your food pantry: Xylitol: Pure xylitol is a white, crystalline natural substance that l …

When looking for natural and trusted options in regard to helping children with the feeling of anxiety, we ran across Terry Naturally’s® Calm Kids™. Not only was it named the 2017 “remedies Kids’ health award winner,” but the testimonies have been outstanding.Victoria T. said, “Great Product! Highly recommended. My 8yr old has been on "Calm Kids" for approximately 3 weeks. And it's amazing! :) She was having a hard time at school.. I knew my child was in there somewhere. This herbal supplement h …

As many in today’s society seek a healthier lifestyle, we are always on the lookout for innovative products that satisfy their needs, both in quality and in price. More specifically, many of our customers, friends, and family members have begun following strict dietary guidelines, some by choice and others because of need. Healthy and tasty substitutes for sugar and for sugar-free products rank high on their list of dietary preferences. Our rediscovery of Monk Fruit as a healthy substitute …

You might say, “Impossible.” We say, you don’t know ZenSweet Baking mixes!Really, these mixes are amazing, and they surprised us with how good they taste and how good they are for our bodies. With a baking mix choice to meet the taste buds of almost any craving, these ZenSweet baking mixes are really for everyone. Did you know the ZenSweet Baking Mixes Come in 4 Delicious Flavors?Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix Snickerdoodle Cookie Mix Vanilla Bean Cake Mix Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix Did you know …

B-FRESH® gum is a unique patented formula that is naturally able to alter the pH levels in mouths to help eliminate the bacteria that can cause bad breath, plaque, and tooth decay. Traditional breath fresheners are designed to cover the bad breath odor with a strong flavor. B-FRESH®’s products combine xylitol, calcium, and B-12 vitamins to create a trusted breath freshening, pH leveling product that is good for you. Xylitol, itself, does not alter mouth pH levels, as it has a natural pH level an …

Just recently, Dr. John’s® introduced their new line of THRIVE® and THRIVE®+ Lollipops, which we now have ready to order in our online store! Why are we so excited, you might ask? Well, these lollipops are "the world’s first all-natural, no sugar, lollipop!"What’s the big deal about that?The THRIVE® lollipops are bursting with 5 grams of dietary fiber as well as 3.3 grams of natural sweeteners, Erythritol and Xylitol, which just so happen to help fight cavities. Not only are these lollipops inno …