Welcome to spring! The spring equinox, from a scientific perspective, is when the light and the dark are in perfect balance. This happens on the spring equinox and the fall equinox. Our days will continue to lengthen up until the summer solstice. Spring in the mountains, where I live, can bring sunny, short-sleeve-weather […]
Good Grief
To listen to a radio broadcast on this topic go to: http://www.kpfa.org/archive/id/88312 Grief is an unavoidable, and important, part of life. Grief can also be really challenging to find a balance with. Grief is often not dealt with very well within our culture and so when we are going through it, there […]
How to make an herbal vinegar
Herbal vinegars are a great way to bridge that oh-so-fine-line between food and medicine. They can also be a nice way to introduce herbs to the uninitiated and those with sensitive palates. Once made, they are quick and easy to use, good for those busy people in your life who can’t take the time […]
Rattle Those Bones ! – Part 2
To listen to a radio broadcast on this topic from The Herbal Highway, go to this link: http://www.kpfa.org/archive/id/88126 Back to basics, back to our bones. In my previous article I covered osteoporosis, basic bone info and focused on diet and exercise. In this installment I’ll cover supplements, and herbs; for physical, emotional and spiritual support. Supplements […]
Rattle Those Bones!
To listen to a radio broadcast of The Herbal Highway on this topic click on the following link: http://www.kpfa.org/archive/id/88126 Osteoporosis is a growing concern in our country as we get older as a nation. Before you decide this isn’t an important topic for you personally, consider that good bone health is important for everyone, even if you […]
Stomach Grumbles
To listen to a radio broadcast on this topic, click on this link, http://www.kpfa.org/archive/id/85965 I am often talking about how important digestion is; as are many alternative health care practitioners. Good food, good eating habits and a healthy digestive system are the foundations of good health. Our food provides vital nutrients for our bodies to […]
Some Like it Hot
Hot enough for you? So many places across the country are experiencing extended heat waves this summer. Acknowledging this trend I wanted to share some ideas about how to cope with the heat and embrace it. Food This is the time to eat more raw and therefore cooling foods. Of course, how much raw […]
Dealing with Environmental Toxins
To listen to a radio broadcast on this topic go to the following link: http://www.kpfa.org/archive/id/83183 . I consider this post a collaborative effort of several herbalists. Much of this information was gathered by Dixie Pauline, https://www.facebook.com/notes/dixie-pauline/herbal-advice-concerning-radiation-in-the-atmosphere/10150109089498412 Information was also contributed by: Karen Rae Ferreira at Gaia Sophia Center, [email protected] Greta Montagne of Gentle Strength Botanicals and Massage […]
Food for Thought…and your Body
To listen to a radio broadcast of The Herbal Highway on this topic click on this link, http://www.kpfa.org/archive/id/79617 . I often talk about the importance of good digestion; as do many alternative health care practitioners. Good food, good eating habits and a healthy digestive system are the foundations of good health. Our food provides vital […]
Allergies – Part Two: Symptom Relief
To listen to a radio broadcast of The Herbal Highway on this topic, follow this link, http://www.kpfa.org/archive/id/78737 Welcome to allergy season! If you haven’t read the first part of this series, back up and read it. I don’t recommend going straight to symptomatic relief before doing preventive work. That is not holistic care. Going straight […]