Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum or Lingzhi) is the most widely used and studied herb in the world. Treasured for its immune boosting and calming effects. Because of its many benefits, recorded over thousands of years of traditional use and now being substantiated in modern research, it’s an herb that deserves praise. There are current studies […]
The Power of Calm – Reishi Read More »
This herb is especially helpful for little one’s (and adults!) who struggle with nightmares or night terrors and is commonly given in a well known formula called Suan Zao Ren Tang or zizyphus formula.
When a Heart needs Nourishing Read More »
SO much to celebrate this time of year – and today is one of them!- December 15th is #internationalteaday ☕️ One of the BEST things about tea is that it can be so personal – customized blends are like a good friend in your cup each day. I’m sharing two of my favorite blends here
International Tea Day! Read More »
Our bodies need over 100 different phytonutrients and phytochemicals each day to protect, repair, detoxify and so much more.. Its a little mind blowing 🤯 to think that over 80% of us aren’t even getting close to what we need on a daily basis 😱 Eating a rainbow of whole fresh foods is our BEST
the great Phytonutrient Gap Read More »
The Queen of Herbs Holy Basil or Tulsi Looking for something simple to help you get through the day? ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What if you could reach for a tea that not only soothes your nervous system, improves physical endurance, cognition & digestion, reduces mucous in the nasal cavity and the lungs and helps to
Tired, Weary, Exhausted? Read More »
Ever feel like your WHOLE SYSTEM could use a BOOST? In Traditional Herbalism we call that “Deficient Qi” – and one of the best herbs in the world for boosting that deficient Qi is Astragalus. While it is rarely used alone – it is quite often one of the main herbs in formulas to replenish
Do you constantly find yourself wondering what you were just doing 🧐? Struggling to remember things that you swear were just on the tip of your tongue 👅? Brain fog? Struggling to concentrate? #theresherbsforthat Diet and herbs are HUGE allies when it comes to brain energy – increasing circulation in the brain, reducing inflammation and
Feeling Forgetful? (wait, what was I doing?) Read More »
Fatigue you just can’t seem to get on top of? Muscle weakness, constipation, sore tongue, depression, confusion, loss of memory, numbness or tingling in the feet, struggling to get pregnant or multiple miscarriages, heavy periods. If any of these sound familiar – its worth looking at your B-12 status. B-12 deficiency is much more common
Can I be excused? My brain is full. Know that feeling? “She’s strong – but she’s exhausted” feel like that’s your mantra? If so, I’d love you to meet the ancient wonder berry Schisandra I love this fun berry in teas and tinctures because it captures ALL 5 TASTES. Sweet, sour, bitter, pungent and salty
Feeling a Little Rusty? Read More »
Are you under intense mental, emotional or physical strain? Then perhaps you think a cup of herbal tea 🍵 is the LAST thing that you need…. I’d beg to differ and I think I have a chance to change your mind….. in intense times of stress we can learn a lot from looking to those
The original endurance & energy drink – Eleuthero Read More »
