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Botanical alchemy in a modern world
AT-HOME
At-home constitutional hydrotherapy is a simple way to build immunity while pushing your body from the ultra stressed sympathetic (fight or flight) mode into the calmer parasympathetic (rest and digest) mode.
At-home constitutional hydrotherapy is a simple way to build immunity while pushing your body from the ultra stressed sympathetic (fight or flight) mode…
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THE ALTERNATIVE
TENS units (aka Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) lessens pain by sending painless electrical impulses through electrodes (sticky patches) placed on the skin.
It might seem counterintuitive to use electrical impulses to control pain but it's been used for a very long time in naturopathic medicine as a pain management technique…
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IT’S THAT TIME
It's such a beautiful time of year and the air has a subtle sweet smell but with that comes pollen and allergies.
It's such a beautiful time of year and the air has a subtle sweet smell but with that comes pollen and allergies…
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RECIPE
Blueberry & Kale Salad
Time to harvest all your hard work in the garden and create yummy, gorgeous salads…
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START WITH COLD
This might seem like torture to most people but cold showers really do have health benefits. There is quite a bit of evidence even proving that cold showers can decrease depression and invigorate you.
It turned out not to be so bad! I felt energized, clear headed, and refreshed after jumping out of my super quick showers for the last couple of mornings…
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RELAX…
There is nothing better than to sip a relaxing tea in the evening and let all your worries escape while you ease the tension of a long day.
There is nothing better than to sip a relaxing tea in the evening and let all your worries escape while you ease the tension of a long day…
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HARD WORKERS
These yellow and black buzzers have a huge job to do in our eco system and they certainly don’t get the appreciation they deserve.
These yellow and black buzzers have a huge job to do in our eco system and they certainly don’t get the appreciation they deserve…
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TECH BREAK
Think about it.... when was the last time you turned off your cell phone, put away your laptop and stayed away from the internet for 24 hours?
Taking a break from technology is a great way to detox the mind…
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MEDICINAL COOKING
Spices have been used as medicine throughout the world for centuries.
Embrace this powerful traditional medicine!…
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OSHA ROOT
(Ligusticum porteri)
PART USED: Root
Immune Stimulator
Osha root (Ligusticum porteri) has been used in Native American medicine and Traditional Chinese medicine for decades for both its spiritual properties…
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SOME LIKE IT COLD
Lower temperatures are linked to better sleep, decreased inflammation, weight loss, improved blood flow, and even increased cognition.
I recently moved a magical mountain location surrounded by endless waterfalls, rivers, and forest as far as you can see but it also happens to be quite chilly here…
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HEALTH & WEALTH
So, you really want to be healthy, you love to cook, and you value organic, non-GMO, local food....but, how can you possibly afford it on a budget?! Just because your monetarily challenged doesn't mean you have to shop in the canned food isles and eat fast food.
So, you really want to be healthy, you love to cook, and you value organic, non-GMO, local food....
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EMBRACE IT
Every family has it's quirks but that doesn't meant that getting together can't be fun!
Every family has it's quirks but that doesn't meant that getting together can't be fun…
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THE RESULTS
It can take about 6 to 8 weeks to notice any changes in your body. Remember, to enjoy the journey just as much as the destination.
I get patients asking me all the time…“I have been working out 3 weeks shouldn't I have lost weight or noticed my body becoming super toned'‘…
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BIOTYPES
Many people have little knowledge of orthomolecular psychiatry or the characteristics of certain biotypes including Histapenia, Histadelia, and Pyroluria. This form of treatment was much more prevalent before the pharmaceutical industry took over but is still relevant today.
I think one of the best things a person could do is to test for nutrient deficiencies before going on medications to find the root cause or start supporting the body's natural processes…
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THE QUESTIONS
1. Do you feel tired all day even with that double tall almond milk latte?
2. Do you have trouble sleeping at night despite trying to relax and taking lavender baths?
3. Have you gained weight recently or started craving more salty and sweet foods?
4. Have you had to call in sick more often because you keep picking up colds around the office?
5. Have you recently been experiencing more stress than usual?
Do you feel tired all day even with that double tall almond milk latte?…
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FINDING THE MEDICINE
I came across this book that my grandmother gave me when I was just 11 years old which still brings a smile to my face each time I open it. I read this book over and over to the point that most of the pages have fallen out!
I came across this book that my grandmother gave me when I was just 11 years old which still brings a smile to my face each time I open it…
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HEALING WATERS
2009 Dr. Emoto, Mt. Shasta
Water is one of the most simple and profound ways to support the body, and I'm always on the lookout for healing waters….
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REHYDRATE THEN REFRESH
drinking coffee before rehydrating can actually make you feel more exhausted!
Don't get me wrong, coffee has it's benefits BUT drinking coffee before rehydrating can actually make you feel more exhausted…
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IN-TUNE EATING
Farm focused, seasonal, mindful eating practices
I honestly never thought I would utter those words! I have always been a Vitamix, Juicing, dehydrating, kinda gal but things are changing with my new found freedom from medical school…
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