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 […]
Make It!
You can do it yourself yo’.
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 […]
Wild Weed Pesto
Super Simple, Super Yummy, Super Good For You! -1 cup of Basil -1/3 cup of Seaweed (Arame, Dulse, Nori or Wakame) -1/3 cup chopped fresh Dandelion greens, Nettle leaves and or Chickweed -1/3 cup of scallions, Parsley and or Cilantro -1-3 cloves of Garlic (depending on how much you like Garlic…I LOVE it J) -1/3-½ […]
My 2 Cents On Essential Oils
Essential oils are highly potent medicine that deserve to be used with respect & care. I’m an old school herbalist and I truly and deeply believe in the use of WHOLE unadulterated/unprocessed herbs when used as medicine (especially for internal use)- the way mother nature created them. AND in the same breath, I admit that […]
Stress, Tension & Anxiety, OH MY!
A question I received this month: “I have adrenal fatigue and anxiety attacks and would like to avoid pharmaceuticals to manage them… what can I do to alternatively?” Such an awesome and important question, one that plagues many… Thank you for asking! Firstly, congratulations on not wanting to jump the gun and go straight to […]
Elderberry & Friends
Herbal syrups are really just super duper potent teas with sweetener added. Traditionally white sugar is used which is what gives syrups the thick viscous consistency that you find with ordinary cough and cold syrups. I prefer to keep as much sugar out of the picture as possible, as all forms of sugar invite inflammation […]