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,…
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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…
DIY Facemask for Healthy Glowing Skin with Ayurveda
FREE DIY SKINCARE WORKSHOP: SEPT 24th @ 7pm EST You know that your skin changes with the seasons. Your skincare should too. Now is the time to plan your skincare for fall and winter, and to decide what improvements you want to make to your skin. The lazy days of summer are great for your…
Are you a Smart Mouth? 5 Ways to Keep The Dentist Away!
Ayurveda offers lots of remedies for dental problems ranging from toothaches to gingivitis to bad breath. Try a few natural remedies today- your dentist will love you! According to Ayurveda, the mouth is THE major gateway to the human body. Taking good care of it is vital to physical, mental, and emotional wellness (if you’ve…
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…
Essential Oils 101
You’ve probably heard of essential oils by now – but what are they exactly? How are they made? What are the benefits of using essential oils? And how do you use them at home? Kerry speaks to Pamela Tracey of The Balanced Life about all things essential oils! Watch the below video and get an…
5 Reasons You Should Be Drinking Garlic Milk
It might seem a little strange to pair garlic and milk, but this popular Ayurveda tonic has been mentioned in several ancient texts as an important immune booster. For hundreds of years, garlic has been used as a treatment for various diseases. It contains powerful antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. It promotes healing and protects…
Is Stress Causing Your Hair Loss?
This is a guest post written by Stacey Chillemi, Founder of The Complete Herbal Guide. In this article, you’ll learn and discover if stress is causing your hair loss and what you can do to regain your hair back. Everyday life sends us surprises and new responsibilities to accomplish. Everyone is always on the go and…
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….