Category Archives: alternative medicine

Summer Solstice and the Secret Language of Herbs

Posted on June 22, 2017 by

Just as flowers have meanings beyond their use and beauty, herbs too have a language all their own. These meanings are often derived from their traditional healing applications or their reputed magical powers, but others are a mystery as to … Continue reading →

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Digestive System Herbs and Other Helpers

Posted on June 14, 2017 by

If you have been diagnosed with a digestive disorder such as IBS or multiple food intolerances, or even if you just have occasional digestive issues, you might feel overwhelmed by the sudden need to rethink every little thing you eat. … Continue reading →

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Herbal Powder Digestive Blend

Posted on May 16, 2017 by

This blend is specific to the digestive system, is anti-inflammatory, and also chock-full of antioxidants. You could make it more anti-inflammatory by adding turmeric and/or black pepper. You could make it more healing for the digestive system by adding the … Continue reading →

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Sharing Reputable Herb Companies

Posted on May 13, 2017 by

Below is an article about four trusted places to get bulk herbs which is timely since I was just talking about Mountain Rose Herbs and of course they are one of the four. I also used to work in the health food … Continue reading →

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Herbal Powders

Posted on May 12, 2017 by

OK, I’m trying something new which is why I’ve been rather quiet here the past couple of weeks. I’ve felt compelled to share with you in a different way but it feels pretty awkward because I don’t even like pictures … Continue reading →

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Anti-Anxiety Perfume Oil

Posted on April 20, 2017 by

Most of the time when I make perfume oils it’s all about the scent. This is different though, this one is all about the emotional benefits with my essential oil picks based solely on their traditionally recognized benefits for reducing … Continue reading →

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Sharing a Blog post about St. John’s Wort (with commentary of course)

Posted on March 29, 2017 by

This is timely considering we are enduring the longest winter ever here in the Pacific Northwest. I often take St. John’s Wort to ward of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) but for some reason I didn’t this year and right about … Continue reading →

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