Tag: wellness
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Traditional Chinese Remedy for Adrenal Support: Rehmannia
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), two opposing energetic forces within the body–yin and yang–must be in balance in order to maintain good health. When either energy is out of balance, different symptoms of illness manifest based on individual health risks and other factors. Rehmannia, also known as Chinese foxglove, is a traditional medicine that supports…
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Benefits of Constitutional Hydrotherapy during Stressful Times
We all can use a boost to our healing force during these challenging times. Hydrotherapy (or “water cure”) refers to the therapeutic use of water to stimulate the body’s healing force. Many beneficial changes take place in the body in response to warm or cold water hydrotherapy. These changes depend upon the purpose of treatment,…
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Black Currant and Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds Recipe
Ramp up the start of your day with this berry-licious and quick breakfast of overnight oats. Packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, as well as healthy fiber, this breakfast will kick up your energy and keep you satisfied for hours. Serves two, or keep it in the fridge and enjoy over two days. Ingredients for…
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Holy Basil (Ocimum Sanctum): Herbal Remedy for Stress
Holy basil, with its astringent taste and powerful aroma, is very different from the types of culinary basil used in Italian or Thai cuisine. Also known as Tulsi, and a native plant of the Southeast Asian tropics, holy basil is used in Ayurvedic medical therapies to treat a range of ailments including respiratory conditions, inflammation,…
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Support Adrenal Health with Black Currant
All berries are delicious and good for you, but black currant (Ribes nigrum) stands out as particularly good because of its adaptogenic properties; its nutrients actually adapt to the needs of your body, supporting your immune system and adrenal gland health, protecting against inflammation and oxidative stress on the cells. Black currants are high in vitamin C…
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Adrenal Fatigue: When Your Body Says Its Had Enough
Without a doubt, we are experiencing more burnout and fatigue today than ever before. In some ways, it’s an epidemic in and of itself. Many of us are facing some level of challenges due to social isolation, financial strain, health challenges and increasing mental health struggles. Very likely you, or someone you know, has said…
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Nutrition from Prehistoric Colloidal Minerals
From the shale deposits formed by prehistoric plant life, scientists extract colloidal minerals for use in nutritional supplements. What makes colloidal minerals different from other minerals? Colloidal minerals are trace minerals that are derived from microscopic sized fossilized minerals, found primarily in Utah and the surrounding areas. They are also found in clay in certain…
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Dance, Dance, Dance! It’s Good for You.
Whether you shut the door and close the blinds to move to the beat of your favorite tunes, participate in a formal dance class, or simply “get jiggy” with your kids, dance is good for the mind and body. The beneficial effects of dance are largely universal for everyone. Children more freely express themselves through…
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Recipe: Broccoli Stir Fry with Kelp Noodles
In a recipe, sea kelp takes on the flavor profile of the ingredients being used with it. From tangy to spicy hot, you’ll never know you’ve got a sea vegetable on your plate. This entree combines broccoli with sea kelp, providing you with essential nutrients and trace minerals integral to maintaining the body’s delicate chemical…
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Marvelously Minty, Spearmint has Many Health Benefits
Ah, the refreshing, lively scent of spearmint – it’s good for mind and body. Whether you steep it for tea, add it to a salad or a stir-fry entrée, or diffuse it in a relaxing essential oil blend, spearmint (Mentha spicata) has some surprising health benefits. It has been used to alleviate symptoms of nausea, indigestion, headache,…