Herbs for Vibrant Health
Herbs for Vibrant Health really means, “Do you want to have more energy at the end of the day?” The most common complaint I hear from people in my clinical herbal practice is that they don’t have enough time or energy. I can’t say that I know how to carve out more...
Mallow: The Edible Weed With Health Benefits
Do you know this plant? Have you ever weeded it from your garden and thrown it away? Well, those days are over. Meet mallow, the edible weed with health benefits. Common mallow is one of the most amazing edible weeds on the planet. From now on, instead of throwing it...
Know Someone Having A Baby? Read This….
Are you pregnant? Do you have a pregnant friend or family member? Maybe you know someone that is trying to have children? Ina Mae’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina Mae Gaskin is by far the best book on birthing. I buy 10 copies at a time and just give them away to friends,...
Does Your Child Need More Nature?
This is what my grandfather; John McBride had to say back in the day: “The Problem with children these days is they don’t spend enough time in nature” As the first Parks and Recreation Director of Solano County he decided he had the power to do something about this...
Pineapple Sage on Your Plate
I love my hedge of pineapple sage. It blooms in December and brings the beautiful red throated hummingbirds to my porch each day. The deep healing red that fills my yard is so nurturing and inspiring. I love having these vibrant red flowers greet me each day as I open...
How I Stayed Hydrated While Puking My Brains Out
Not the most enticing blog post, but sure is useful information…. Nothin’ like a touch of food poisoning to have you cutting deals with your maker about how you swear you will be a better person, be kinder, eat healthier, love your family more….. From 1:00 am until...
The Beauty of Black Pepper
Of all the herbs that have traveled the globe to enliven our palate and improve our health, pepper is the herb that has been elevated to ‘Every Table in America’ status. The omnipresence of this spice is astonishing; you find it conveniently packed and ready to use...
Sage: Home Remedy for Your Winter Wellness
Winter is here. Along with the celebrations, the holidays herald in cold and flu season. Preventing and limiting the duration of colds and flu is a household art that has a big impact, especially when it comes to avoiding the use of antibiotics for winter sicknesses....
Healthy Herbal Holiday Punch
It is time to eat, drink and be merry. Have you ever gone to a holiday party and just been so disappointed in the amount of sugar, sodas and junk food that was there? I love celebrating life and the changing seasons with friends and good food. Sometimes though, you...
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