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5 Reasons Rose is the Herb for You!
Do you have roses in your yard? Do you enjoy their aromatic beauty? Did you know that not only is the rose beautiful, but it is also a...
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vanessa
- Jun 27, 2021
- 5 min
What About Sunblock - Part 2
In Part 1, I discussed the issue of sun avoidance and how, contrary to popular belief, avoiding sun exposure is actually detrimental to...
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vanessa
- Jun 27, 2021
- 4 min
What About Sunblock???
The sun has decided to show it's face again here in the Pacific Northwest.....That means picnics, barbecues, hiking, gardening, swimming...
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vanessa
- Apr 19, 2021
- 4 min
What is Alternative Medicine?
"The Doctor of the future will give no medicine; but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause...
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vanessa
- Mar 13, 2021
- 3 min
23 Ways to Get Natural Allergy Relief
Now that the long, dark days of winter have passed and the first few indications of spring have sprung, it's time for many people to...
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vanessa
- Mar 5, 2021
- 2 min
Celebrate Your Second Spring!
Spring is just around the corner! What do think of when you hear that phrase? I think about the renewal of nature, the rebirth of all the...
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vanessa
- May 21, 2019
- 3 min
Homeoprophylaxis
At last…a safe and effective method of protection from infectious disease and an alternative to vaccines! A program developed in...
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vanessa
- Feb 18, 2019
- 5 min
10 Tips to Stay Healthy through the Flu Season
With cold and flu season underway, many of our families are being hit hard by illness. In fact, some people have learned to just expect...
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vanessa
- Oct 29, 2018
- 2 min
How to Make Elderberry Elixir
Every fall, I try to make sure that I make an extra large batch of Elderberry Elixir. Elderberry is a highly medicinal plant and is a...
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vanessa
- Sep 23, 2018
- 2 min
5 Reasons Elderberry is the Herb for You
Every fall, I try to make sure that I make an extra large batch of Elderberry Elixir. Elderberry is a highly medicinal plant and is a...
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vanessa
- Mar 13, 2018
- 3 min
Why you Should be Using Adaptogens
Adaptogens are all the rage these days, it seems. For the last couple of years, everybody and their dog has been talking about adding...
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vanessa
- Apr 20, 2016
- 3 min
5 Reasons Stinging Nettle is the Herb for You!
When I think of spring, I think of Stinging Nettle. And, the thing I love most about Nettle, aside from the benefits I will expound upon...
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vanessa
- Jan 7, 2016
- 3 min
Easy Self-Care ~ 10 Minute Nurture Pause
At this time of year, we all need a little reminder to practice good self-care routines. But, so often I hear from women, and have...
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vanessa
- Dec 23, 2015
- 3 min
Flower Essences for Your Vibrant Mid-Life
The last third of a woman’s life can be the most inspired, satisfying time in her life; filled with freedom, joy and unprecedented...
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vanessa
- Oct 18, 2015
- 2 min
Fire Cider Tutorial
Fire Cider (also called Master Tonic sometimes) is one of my favorite winter remedies for several reasons. First, it's very effective;...
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vanessa
- Jul 14, 2015
- 2 min
How to Make St John's Wort Infused Oil
St John's Wort is blooming all over the Cascade Range valleys right now and it's the perfect time to harvest some of this medicinal...
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vanessa
- Jun 29, 2015
- 1 min
5 Benefits of St John's Wort
1. St John's Wort is anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory and especially anti-viral. In fact, it has been used successfully for shingles,...
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vanessa
- Feb 19, 2015
- 2 min
Making Sauerkraut - How to Make Your Own Sauerkraut at home!
Traditionally fermented, home-made sauerkraut is not only a culinary delight, but a big boost for your health! Most store-bought...
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vanessa
- Aug 1, 2013
- 2 min
Herbal Allies Found the World Over
Having recently moved to India, I have been excited to learn about a whole new batch of herbs to use as food and medicine. In the...
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vanessa
- Aug 8, 2011
- 2 min
A Rose is a Rose....
There is a long hedge of a wild rose variety called Rosa Rugosa along the back of my garden. I planted them there a few years ago, chosen...
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