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If you walked into my kitchen on a chilly morning with aches and pains, this is exactly what I’d be whisking up for you. As an herbalist, I’m always looking for ways to weave "food as medicine" into the rhythm of the day. We often think of stinging nettle as just a prickly garden weed, but to me, it’s one of the most generous plants we have. Not only is it loaded with anti-inflammatory goodness, I call it "nature’s multivitamin" because it’s absolutely brimming with …

Hello, friends! As a herbalist, I believe our bodies are magnificent temples, beautifully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), and it is a true joy to use the generous gifts God has placed in nature to nurture them. Today, let's explore a very special blend—Glow Beauty Herbal Tea. This isn't just about surface beauty; it's about combining potent botanicals to help bring forth vibrant skin and promote strong, healthy hair from the inside out. We see God's careful provision in these plants, …

Yaqona, also known as Kava Kava, is one of my very favorite of herbs for a number of things including sleep, pain, anxiety, and even liquid courage (no kidding).  Yaqona comes from the Pacific Islands, where people have used it for centuries.  Yaqona is known to be a potent anxiety reliever, and a non-alcoholic way to wind down at the end of the day, especially if you’re working late or you have trouble falling asleep.  The secret lies in kavalactones, the psychoactive parts …

When a tickle in your throat threatens to turn into a full-blown cough, many of us reach for a bottle of cough syrup. But what if there was a way to use a soothing herbal remedy not just as a quick fix, but as a proactive ingredient when illness strikes? Many of these recipes can be used "as is", or you can choose to add either Respair Herbal Tincture or Aller-G Herbal Tincture. 1. The Fire & Honey DIY Cough Tincture Elixir This is my favorite cough recipe, and it works a lot like fire cider …

Cortisol, the stress hormone, is super important for our bodies. It helps us wake up, control blood pressure, deal with inflammation, and fight danger. But in our crazy world, many of us have high cortisol levels all the time, which can lead to all sorts of health problems. The good news? If you learn how to balance your cortisol, you can feel amazing and have a healthier life! The Downside of High Cortisol When cortisol levels are high, your body is in a state like it’s always on high ale …