Most of us drink our water cold. We run the cold faucet for a few more seconds to get it extra-chilly, grab a bottle from the fridge, or add ice cubes before sipping. When we do consume hot water, it’s…
Even though red clover has been a popular stock feed for over a century, its popularity for human consumption has recently skyrocketed due to some very interesting research in this field; primarily with respect to increasing bone mass, something which…
Devil’s claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a flowering shrub represented by its fearsome-looking hook-like fruits that resemble a claw. These claws or pods are notorious hitchhikers that can cling to clothing and animal furs and get transported elsewhere. They are invasive,…
Are you feeling anxious? If so, you're not alone by any means. Anxiety is one of the most prevalent mental health disorders in the United States, affecting 40 million adults over the age of 18. Mental illness is often misunderstood…
Did you know that bloating is caused by gas? Several factors lead to the formation of digestive gas in our bodies. Some of the culprits are the foods that we eat and how we take them. From chewing gum to…
Currently, an estimated 537 million adults ages 20-79 years old suffer from diabetes according to the International Diabetes Federation. While many of these individuals seek out western medicine practices, others prefer a more holistic approach, one of which is using…
Spring is finally here and you may already be excited about it and feeling like you have a bit of Spring Fever. What’s Spring Fever? While not necessarily a bad thing, it generally evokes restlessness and brings about a change…
Pills, teas, and tinctures are all great methods of utilizing plants as sleeping aids and there is even the potential to grow your own ingredients (depending on your climate of course). Choosing which method will depend on which plants you…
September is the time before summer shifts to fall. The cool winds start blowing. Depending on your climate you might spot a few leaves beginning to change. It’s a great time for long walks and foraging. September also has some…
