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This blog is not in any way treating, diagnosing or recommending anything for anyone specific. It is merely a way to educate, inform and discuss whole health. No entry in this blog should be used in place of a consultation with a health care practitioner. If you are in need of care, please make an appointment with your health care provider or with me so we can speak in person!

February is Heart Disease Awareness Month!

I would go into the general checklist of things to do this month to keep your heart healthy, but I’ve already posted it last year! Check out last year’s reminders on how to keep a healthy heart such as what labs to get, eating right and exercising to make sure you’re on the right track.

Hawthorne [...]

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Hurray for National Hot Tea Month!

January is also National Hot Tea Month and what better way to spend a gloomy winter day than curled up with a hot cup of tea. Tea has been used for centuries not only for nourishment, but also for its various medicinal qualities. What is the history of tea, you ask? Stash Tea has a great [...]

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July is almost over!! And it’s Herbal Supplement Awareness Month!

Better late than never!

So, I thought it pertinent to discuss some not-so-well-known herb contraindications. I’ve seen it too often…someone not feeling well walking around the “natural” section of the grocery store and asking the person working in that department what they can take naturally to help their symptoms. I actually overheard a grocery worker tell a [...]

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Spring’s a comin’, almost time to plant some herbs!

A friend of mine recently asked me what medicinal herbs would be good for her garden. So I made a list, and decided to share it here along with the parts of the plants used for medicinal purposes. Other than the usual kitchen culprits, some of my favorites include:

Rosemary officinalis, leaves – sharpens mind, relaxes [...]

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Recent Research on Herbs that Help Reduce Joint & Muscle Pain

First of all, HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I hope everyone had a safe and happy celebration, and I wish you all health and abundance in the coming new year! I decided to go with a different type of blog. This one should be a bit easier to deal with, and it looks more organized. I look forward [...]

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