The power of a simple cup of tea: The process of preparing a cup of tea enables you to slow down for a moment. When you are not stressed out and “running from the tiger” your body has a better chance of being well. So many simple herbs have scientific support for healing your body. …
It’s so important to have a natural medicine apothecary on hand at home or while you travel. This is typically an eclectic mix of herbs, teas, essential oils, supplements, homeopathy, and topicals. I love the idea that I have this “toolbox” that can prevent and treat common imbalances, pathogens, and accidents so that they don’t …
Seasonal transitions are hard on our bodies, particularly the ones that feel so harsh as moving from the Pitta (fiery) Summer season to the cool, dry, rough, and windy Fall and Winter seasons. This seasonal transition becomes harsher if we continue to consume the cooling foods that felt so good in summer (such as salads …
As I have been preparing for a trip to CA for my daughter, Lily’s, wedding I was thinking about my home and travel natural medicine apothecary, which is an eclectic mix of herbs, teas, essential oils, supplements, homeopathy and topicals. I love the idea that I have this “toolbox” that can prevent and treat common …
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Everyone can Agree on This: Plants are Good for You As the sun, warmth and greenery arrives with bounty of summer, I am reminded that the answer to my wellness and that of patients is so simple: “Eat food…mostly plants”- Michael Pollan, NY Times Journalist and Best-Selling Author Thankfully, farmer’s markets are thriving throughout the …
The Cabbage family (Brassica) has so many varieties, from brussels sprouts to Bok choy, but my favorite is Kale. Here are 10 reasons to Fall in Love with Kale in all Seasons: Leafy greens are the foundation of the earth’s food supply. There are so many varieties…yes over 50. But some of the favorites are …
