We’ve been brought up in a culture that has taught us that oils are bad and that they clog pores and cause acne. Well, that’s a big fat lie. Pure unadulterated oils are actually very healing and beneficial for our skins overall health, elasticity and strength! Before the discovery of foaming soaps, Greeks would use […]
Author: Jupiter's Labyrinth
Mini Herb Profile | Lemon Balm | Melissa officinalis
I LOVE LEMON BALM! And yes I’m screaming it!! Here is the laundry list of actions & wonders that Lemon Balm can and has been used for: ~Carminative (relieves gas) ~Nervine (soothes the nervous system) ~Antispasmodic (calms spasms) ~Antidepressant ~Diaphoretic (aids in sweating out fevers) ~Antimicrobial ~Hepatic (supports liver function) ~general stress & anxiety ~insomnia […]
Whole Foods Vs. Processed Foods {Panchakarma Reboot Prep}
My definition of a processed food is any food that is prepared, has preservatives added and then is put into a box, bag, can, microwaveable container to be eaten as is or heated and eaten later. Basically it’s food that lacks vitality as it’s been cooked/prepared and then has been sitting in a container for […]
How To Make Tea
Teas are simple hot water infusions that are a good choice for chronic conditions and everyday support and nourishment blends. With any tea you receive a gentle infusion of the herbs as well as the hydration of water as you drink throughout the day. A simple dose of tea is typically 1 healthy teaspoon of […]
Allies For Clarity & Focus
Ah, yes. This question comes up a lot and with good reason! We’re an overworked world filled with type A’s who just don’t know how to stop:) I can relate. So other than caffeinated herbals, who can help us on a more holistic front for energy and focus? {I could go on for days and […]
Breaking Taboos For Our Health
For some time now we’ve been inundated through the media with lots of information about rape culture, gender rights, sexism, racism and the like. It’s made me think on some of the taboos we hold in this country especially involving our sexuality- or at least our reproductive parts. In honor of the moon being in Scorpio […]
Taking Care Of Our Lovely Pelvic Parts
There are so many things to discuss when talking about nourishing and supporting our “pelvic vessel” and all of the very important parts that reside in it! But just like any health issue at all…. we have to look at the basics… and start simply. For those of you who follow me, brace yourself for […]
Wise Water
Wise Water is a very dilute tea of balancing “tri-doshic” herb seeds meant to aid in digestion and general detoxification of the body. You’ll Need 1 tsp Fennel Seeds 1 tsp Coriander Seeds 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds tea strainer (optional) Pure/Filtered water *Fresh grated ginger *Fresh squeezed lemon or lime *optional ~Get your water boiling. […]
My Basic Kitchari Recipe
There are gazillions of kitchari recipes out there and you are more than welcome to make one you’ve used before or search online. The one I’m sharing with you is my own version that I’ve tweaked along the way with each panchkarma I’ve done and there’s room to change things up. It ‘s a great […]
5 Reasons To Keep “Weeds” In Your Garden
1. Attract More Pollinators! You know the bees and hover flies and all of those other critters that pollinate and cross pollinate our food crops for us?! Well they need food too- and they prefer the “wild” stuff – especially Dandelions, Violets & Clover. 2.What’s Your Soil Like? Soil testing is a must for healthy […]