Digestion is where everything begins. Whenever we take in any food or herb, it has to first go through our digestive system. Anything we take into our body affects us in a way that either adds to or detracts from our health. And in order for any of these substances to help our body, we …
This is a question that has come up many times in my practice. Both naturopaths & clinical herbalists can be valuable to have on your health care team. Both use holistic methods, though the approaches are different. Depending on your needs, preferences, and where you are at on your wellness journey, you may choose to …
Spring is almost here! I know that some of you reading this are buried under the snow right now. But the seasons don’t come all at once at a flip of a switch (although some years it does feel that way). Like everything else in nature, they cycle and spiral, with Winter and Spring playing …
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it seems like the perfect time to talk about botanical aphrodisiacs: herbs to help you get in the mood for love and romance!
We are now entering into late Autumn. With the coming of November, some of us are turning our thoughts toward hearth fires, good food, the smell of pumpkin pie or mulled cider, and the coming holiday season. We also start to think about wintertime wellness, and may be wondering how best to support our immune …
Mugwort. Cronewort. Wise old silver sage. Known as the eldest of plants, Artemisia vulgaris (along with many other species within the Artemisia genus) is known throughout history for being a lunar plant and protector of women. She gets her name from Artemis, the Greek lunar goddess of the hunt, who is protectress of the wildlife, …
Ahhh, Lemon Balm…Just speaking the name of this plant helps my jaw and shoulders to relax. I’d definitely say it is one of my favorite herbs of all time. And apparently I’m not alone. Paracelsus, a famed Swiss philosopher, physician, and alchemist from the Renaissance era, believed it was the only herb a person ever …
Here we are in September again! The apples are ripening, the days are getting shorter, the plants are ready to be harvested and starting their process of going to seed. And with all of that comes the beginning of a new school year. Whether you are homeschooling, distance learning, or going to school on campus, …
Chances are you’ve heard of chamomile. You may have read about it in Peter Rabbit, when his wise mother made him some chamomile tea at the end of a long day. You may have read or heard other things about chamomile, its sweet taste, its calming energy, its ability to mellow out a cranky child …
Here we go! The holiday season is upon us. And what a wild ride it has been for all of us since last year! For many of us in the northern hemisphere, the winter holidays will look much different than usual. Depending on your situation, that could mean more or less stressful than in years …