Category: health
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Managing Migraines Naturally: A Holistic and Herbal Approach
Migraines are no joke–I know, I’ve had a few. But if you have chronic migraines, there’s something deeper at play inside your body. In the world of naturopathic medicine, we view a migraine not as a standalone disease, but as a “check engine light” for the body. It’s like your headache is screaming at you…
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My No-BS Skincare Routine (That Actually Works)
I get compliments on my skin ALL the time. As an elder millennial, I really appreciate it! I thought I would share my Skincare Routine with you all here so you will be able to follow in my footsteps if you so choose. Some of you are not going to like this. You’re either going…
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The Simple Herbal Tea That Finally Stopped My Heavy Bleeding
It sounds like an exaggeration, but I’m writing this from my desk with a profound sense of relief at the fact that one cup of red raspberry leaf infusion has managed to slow my bleeding down to a manageable level. It feels like this plant saved my life today. Warning: This post is going to…
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Is Oil of Oregano Really So Great?
If you’re reading this, I’m assuming you know what oregano is and you’ve probably eaten it before, even if you only recognize the flavor from the pizza you had last Friday night. What exactly IS “Oil of oregano” though? You’ve probably heard someone suggest you take it, but you don’t really understand why, right? First…
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Feeling better about tasting bitters
Why do we eat a salad first? Think about it– you go to a restaurant or you sit down at Aunt Martha’s house for Thanksgiving and what’s the first course you get? Salad. Has it always been this way? What’s the point of eating cold greens before the ham casserole comes out? It’s not just…
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The Solution to Your Health is Easier than you Think
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: don’t assume you know more today than you’ll know tomorrow. That phrase was drilled into my head so often by my mentor that I’ll probably get it tattooed on my skin someday. Don’t ever assume that your problem doesn’t have a solution, whether it’s your gut,…
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Your Struggle Isn’t the End — It’s the Signal That It’s Time to Heal
The amount of help a person is willing to accept is directly proportional to the amount of pain they are in. This is a fact that 99% of people refuse to acknowledge or accept. Let me explain: You’re experiencing explosive diarrhea. You’re downtown heading to the grocery store to grab a few supplies when your…
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The Benefits of Marshmallow: A Healing Herb Guide
Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia. It is found on the banks of rivers and in salt marshes, preferring moist, sandy soils. When I first learned that marshmallow was a plant and not just a treat to throw into my hot cocoa, I started looking…
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Crafting Heart-Healthy Teas: The Magic of Hawthorn
This is Part 2 in my series about Heart Health and healing matters of the heart. Hawthorn (Cretaegus monogyna and other spp.) has long been seen as a medicinal plant, mainly in Western herbalism. Hawthorn berries are the most frequent part made into herbal medicines, though the leaves and flowers carry medicinal qualities too. Hawthorn…