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Regenerative Agriculture: A Holistic, Symbiotic Solution for a World in Crisis
Our food supply is in crisis. Over the past few decades, the food crisis has been growing exponentially due to soil erosion, chemical pollution, conventional farming methods, and decarbonization of the soil that food is grown in. The result is an overall deterioration of the variety and quality of food available for us to eat.…
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Every Body Needs Trace Minerals
Minerals are required by every cell in your body, which means everyone regardless of age needs them. Your body, however, cannot make minerals so it must obtain them from the food or water you consume. Minerals are broken into two categories: macrominerals and trace minerals. Macrominerals are much easier to acquire from food while trace…
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Lotus Pose: Grounding and Expansion for Mind-Body-Spirit
One of the oldest of the ancient yoga poses, Lotus Pose (Padmasana) is a cross-legged sitting meditation pose. To understand the significance of the Lotus Pose for mind-body-spirit, it helps to learn about the namesake for this pose: the beautiful Lotus flower plant. Rooted in mud, the majestic Lotus flower begins as a seed then…
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Fantastic Five-Ingredient Chinese Stir-Fry Recipe, featuring Okra!
In this recipe, the okra is quickly cooked in a peppercorn and chili pepper-infused hot oil until slightly charred on the outside. This method yields a savory, smoky and spicy flavor that renders an authentic Chinese stir-fry experience. Preparation Tip: The key to preparing this dish lies in intensifying the flavor using a technique called “qiang…
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Skullcap Herb Soothes Tension and Supports Wellness
Grown in meadows and wetland habitats, skullcap herb has been used in traditional herbal medicine to instill a sense of gentle calm. One of the most versatile herbs, skullcap also is used in holistic practices to help quell anxiety, calm symptoms of neuropathy, decrease inflammation, soothe irritability, and relieve headaches and tension. There are two…
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Oh, Green Eggs and OKRA!
Okra is generally thought of as a “regional vegetable.” Often popularized in depiction of the American South, okra has been traditionally served steaming hot, straight from the frying pan. In recent years, okra has made its way into gourmet recipes and establishments for bringing a unique texture, appearance, and flavor profile to a variety of…
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Sacred Geometry: Understanding the Interconnectedness of Nature and Health
From the tiniest of microscopic organisms to the complexity of larger life forms and the vastness of the cosmos, in nature there exists a repetition of shapes, structures, and patterns. These geometric archetypes, known throughout the ages as Sacred Geometry, are found in chemistry, physics, mathematics, physiology, and even in art and music. Perhaps you…
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Can Bach’s Rescue Remedy Rescue You from Anxiety?
Rescue Remedy is a type of Bach Flower Remedy, a line of flower essences developed by Dr. Edward Bach during the early Twentieth Century. An English physician, Bach believed that many illnesses were caused by negative emotional states. He put forth the theory that conditions such as chronic stress, anxiety, and depression could be alleviated…
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Nadi Shodhana: The Simple and Powerful Tool to Create Calm
Nadi Shodhana, or “alternate nostril breathing,” is a yogic practice intended to balance and clear the circulation of air through your nasal passages. This simple, yet powerful technique has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and yogic practices to settle the mind, body, and emotions. Alternate nostril breathing can help: Nadi Shodhana is a great…
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Pasta Primavera Recipe
One of the most colorful and, dare we say, flavorful of pasta dishes is Pasta Primavera! Using seasonal veggies and colorful pasta makes it a wonderful entree to serve anytime of the year. Even the most novice of cooks will impress guests with this simple and delicious dish. Whether it is your main course or…
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