I discovered Golden Milk while studying Ayurveda in New Mexico. I was having trouble sleeping (it was so ‘bloomin’ hot in Albuquerque in the summer nights) and my routine was all over the place. I was assured by those that knew- not only did Golden Milk promise a restful night’s sleep, but it’s packed full…
Herbs that heal
Herbs That Heal: Elderberry Syrup – Immune Boosting Cold and Flu Remedy
This week, I made a big batch of elderberry syrup. With flu season here, I decided to make this for my family and close friends to help boost their immune health. Easy to make and a delicious way to help keep the sniffles away. This homemade elderberry syrup takes a few hours, start to finish,…
5 Herbs for Thyroid Wellness
“Every Cell in the Body has receptors for thyroid hormone” Did you know that: In the US alone, it’s estimated that 50 million people have an endocrine autoimmune disease according to the American Autoimmune Related Disease Association. Endocrine autoimmune diseases have been cited in the top ten leading causes of all deaths among U.S. women…
Adaptogens: My Top Ten Favorite For Your Health
Ayurvedic adaptogens are substances that help an individual’s body respond to the physiological effects of stress and aid in restoring balance. Stress is a major immune suppressor, so counteracting its harmful effects is necessary to help the body recover and maintain strength. Some of these have specific individual quirks that make them a bit special…
What’s The Right Dosha Tea – To Balance My health?
Before I talk tea, let’s start from the beginning – roughly 5,000 years ago to be exact. Ayu means “life” and Veda “science”, translating to “The Science of Life”. Ayurveda is a complete system of medicine which emphasizes that the balance of the mind, body and spirit is essential for well-being. In Ayurveda, the universe…
Natural Hair Loss Remedies & Treatments
This is a guest post written by Stacey Chillemi, Founder of The Complete Herbal Guide. There is no sure-fire way to prevent all hair loss; however, there are some methods that have been used that work on some people. In addition to the dietary improvements and suggestions already offered, there are some naturopathic remedy suggestions….
Anxious About Coronavirus? Here Are 7 Ways to Stay Calm
At the moment, it feels like every time you turn on the news or check social media the most recent update on coronavirus fills your screen. You hear people speaking about it at bus stops and in cafés. You see people walking around the streets wearing masks and notice the empty supermarket shelves where hand…
Meals That Heal – Immune Boosting Ginger Turmeric Tea
Amidst the coronavirus outbreak, you may be looking for natural ways to support your immune system right now. Ginger & turmeric root are powerful herbs with antiviral properties, often used to bolster a strong immune system. Many people reach for these ingredients at the first sign of the sniffles, but they can also be used…
Herbs That Heal: Shilajit – The Hormone Regulator
1. Promotes Brain Health. It has been shown to help with Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is a progressive brain disorder that causes problems with memory, behavior, and thinking. Drug treatments are available to improve symptoms of Alzheimer’s. But based on the molecular composition of shilajit, some researchers showed in a study published by The National Institute…
Herbs That Heal: Dashamoola – The Ten-Root Herb
Dashamoola, a combination of ten dried roots has been widely used as an Ayurvedic medicine due to the amazing health benefits it possesses. It is great for your overall health; from reducing inflammation in the body to relief from migraine pain, this ayurvedic combination can be a great additional herbal formula for your health. Dashamoola…