(also known as Silybum marianum). Milk thistle gets its name from the milky-white liquid that runs off of the plant’s leaves when they’re crushed. The actual leaves of the plant also have a spotted white pattern that makes them look as if they’ve been dunked...
Reduces symptoms of cough. Reacts with mucous membranes, not only to reduce mucus but help loosen it so that you have the ability to have a more productive cough Reduces symptoms of colds and congestion Is a natural insecticide, known to keep bugs away Carries antibacterial properties to...
Hippocrates (460-377 BCE), the famous Greek physician who believed that the body naturally became diseased and that this disease was not caused by superstitions or by gods, spent 20 years in prison for opposing the authority figures of his day. While in prison he wrote,...
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The recent Full Moon brought us to the peak of its cycle this month, reflecting the light on your own internal Moon Cycle. Traditionally, the keepers of herbal knowledge have always been women, so it’s natural to think women have probably been taking herbs to relieve...
Have you ever experienced Summertime Sadness? Maybe it's because these next few weeks, summer vacation comes to a screeching halt, or it's the shift in seasonal weather, but in some way or another, we all experience a little sadness here and there in different capacities...
mint is a calming and soothing herb that has been used for thousands of years to aid with upset stomach or indigestion. Mint has a particularly good source of vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin that is critical for eye health and night vision. Mint also...
After every shower or before going to bed, there’s always a ritual with our skin. Next time you’re nurturing your skin, try using your “Skin” tisane and combine it with coconut oil to moisturize, castile soap for a lovely cleanser, or try putting it in a...