Yes, it’s that time of the year when everyone knows someone who is blowing their nose, sick in bed at home, coughing incessantly, and just overall miserable. The common saying that “it’s going around” truly applies to this time! To prevent cold and flus, the key is to maintain healthy immune systems. However, keep in […]
Everybody experiences stress and worry sometimes. That’s normal and can be healthy. But when it gets out of hand and starts negatively impacting your daily life, that’s not helpful! We’ll discuss several individual herbs used in the treatment of anxiety and the research behind them, and we’ll offer a few example formulas. Always seek the […]
We love sharing information about how to make herbal tinctures. It is such a fun process! You can even make tinctures at home in these 5 easy steps.
There are many types of autoimmune conditions. Some are easier to treat than others, but they all share a common feature. That is, the immune system is triggered to target specific cells and damages them. For instance, in psoriasis, the skin cells get damaged. Whereas in rheumatoid arthritis, the joints and cartilage get damaged. Inflammation […]
Everyone experiences stress at some point in their lives. Actually, stress is supposed to be an adaptive mechanism, something that is good for us! It alerts us when action needs to be taken. However, in modern life, stress seems to cause more harm. It causes our bodies to worry as if there were a tiger […]
SIBO is the acronym for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. Just like it sounds, it is what happens when there is unusual bacteria growing in the small intestine. These bacteria can process nutrients from food and create products like gas, which can then cause indigestion, irritable bowels, and prevent proper functioning of the digestive system. So […]
Eczema, learn all about it. This month, we’re highlighting a podcast episode from the Health Happens Podcast. Any questions about the herbs mentioned for eczema? Let us know.
Tis the season for allergies – tree and grass pollen are the most common culprits this time of year, with allergies to grass pollen being referred to as ‘Hay Fever’. If you’ve experienced hay fever, you’ve likely experienced some of the most common symptoms: itchy eyes, runny nose, and hives. Luckily you don’t have to […]
It’s warming up outside… To be optimally healthy, we need nutritious food, and that’s hard to find anymore. Even organic farmers can’t get anywhere close to the nutrient density you can get in your backyard or even on your balcony. But growing food comes with many challenges: Insects, diseases, and animals destroy your plants, weeds […]
Lavender – It’s a classic. It can relieve all kinds of stress and can completely relax you, which will certainly help to put you to sleep. It is even known to provide mild pain relief and improve overall skin health. This floral sensation is brimming with uses, and also smells indubitably delightful. Frankincense – Frankincense […]
