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Simple Soothing Cough Syrup

Staying well this fall season is simple and it begins with preventative remedies. This easy-to-make home remedy combines ingredients that you likely have on hand to create a soothing cough syrup.

If you have any specific health concerns, it’s always a good idea to chat with your doctor, hopefully your ND. Never give honey to an infant under 1 year of age. Please remember that while honey is a natural ingredient, it is still sweet so be mindful to consume it in moderation.

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Traditional Fire Cider

The Power of Fire Cider: A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Wellness Elixir. Fire Cider is a traditional remedy with deep roots in folk medicine. This traditional recipe is known for strengthening the immune system, boosting energy, helping with digestion, offering congestion relief, and more! Stay well this fall season!

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Calming Tea

Carminative herbs are known to promote optimal digestive health. The term "carminative" is derived from the Latin word "carminare," which means "to expel wind." Carminative herbs are believed to work by relaxing the smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, reducing spasms and facilitating the passage of gas through the digestive system. Additionally, some carminative herbs may have mild anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that contribute to their digestive benefits such as bloating & indigestion.

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New Year’s Blessing

As we stand on the threshold of a brand new year, may the canvas of your life be painted with vibrant hues of joy, love, and fulfillment. May each day unfold like the petals of a blooming flower, bringing you moments of serenity, laughter, and endless possibilities. May challenges be embraced as stepping stones to growth, and may every accomplishment be a testament to your resilience and determination.

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Winter is coming.

Fire Cider is a traditional remedy with deep roots in folk medicine. This traditional recipe is known for strengthening the immune system, boosting energy, helping with digestion, offering congestion relief, and more! While you can buy fire cider online or in herbal shops, I still make my own ~ mixing up the recipe a bit each time but keeping with the traditional elements. Today, I’m sharing the traditional recipe that I learned from my herbal mentor, Roberta Horsman, as passed down to her by Rosemary Gladstar. Additionally, I am sharing some insight and photos from my fall 2023 batch.

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The Remarkable Connection Between Your Gut and Skin

The Gut-Skin Axis is the communication pathway between your gastrointestinal system and your skin. The connection is complex, involving your gut microbiome, immune system, and hormonal balance. Let’s dive deep into the Gut-Skin Axis, explore how it works, and learn how you can leverage this connection to benefit your skin health.

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Plant Based Eating

A plant-based diet focuses on eating mostly whole foods that come from plants such as fruits and vegetables, legumes, seeds and nuts. How will this improve my health? Your nutrition has a vital role in conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and weight loss. Research has shown that diet can help or hurt your health.

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What is a Clinically Trained Aromatherapist?

Clinical aromatherapy is the controlled use of essential oils for specific outcomes that are measurable. Such effects can occur at a physical or psychological level. Dr. Kristin Robinson uses both Eastern and Western approaches to aromatherapy by choosing essential oils for their chemistry and known clinical outcomes (Western) as well as their energetic affinity for body systems (Eastern).

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