People have used herbs in medicine for thousands of years. There are many different ways that you can take herbs to reap their health benefits. Tinctures are a good way to preserve herbs and administer a quality dose using just…
The Cherokee people were originally located in the South Eastern United States, in parts of Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. The Cherokee Nation also refer to themselves as “Aniyvwiya” meaning the “Real People”, or the “Anigaduwagi” or the Kituwah…
Making your own homemade healing broth from vegetable scraps is great for your body as well as the environment. Instead of throwing away common scraps, you can save them and put them in a freezer bag until you have enough…
Star anise (Illicium verum), or Chinese anise, is an important spice in Asian cuisine that lends dishes a sweet licorice-like taste. It is one of the ingredients of the popular five-spice powder that pairs well with many savory dishes and…
Before going on, we need to understand what endorphins are, and simply put they are the body’s natural painkillers. These natural painkillers are released by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. This release is brought on by pain and/or stress. Now…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and autism are debilitating neurodevelopmental disorders that often coexist with each other. According to CDC, 1 in every 44 children has ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). There is also a roughly 2.2% estimated prevalence of ADHD…
It’s October, time for pumpkin picking, trick or treating, and some foraging underneath those stunning color-changing leaves. I love putting on a fuzzy sweater and heading out to pick rosehips and pine needles to make a lovely tea to sip…
Banana is a botanically complex plant. It is known to us as a fruit, but it is also a berry. No matter its distinction, however, there is no denying its valuable use in health and nutrition. Consuming bananas brings many…
Is hyperpigmentation a big deal? No. The discolored patches of skin known as hyperpigmentation may not be a major issue for some people. But for others, it can be a source of anxiety —especially for those with hyperpigmentation in noticeable areas…
