Elderberry

Photo by Shadi on Unsplash It’s cold and flu season, which means we’re stocking up on natural remedies, teas, and probiotics around here. One of the main herbal supplements in my pantry right now is elderberry.  Elderberry is a dark berry found on the Black Elder Tree (European Sambucus Nigra or North American Sambucus canadensis).  Elderberry has many uses, from culinary to medicinal and even…

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Garlic: A Powerhouse in a Bulb

Photo by Bryam Blanco on Unsplash Hello and welcome! I am beginning a new series called “Tea and Herb Tuesday.” Natural remedies have always been an integral part of my life, and I have been studying herbs and teas since my teenage years. My body does not respond well to over-the-counter medicines, and I try to avoid prescriptions whenever possible. When I was around 15, my aunt gave me a book…

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Embrace the Sunshine: Benefits of Sunlight on Health and Mental Well-being

Photo by Tiana on Pexels.com Since daylight saving’s time is making a lot of people want to fall asleep at 5:30pm, let’s discuss how the sun impacts our overall wellbeing. I enjoy spending time in the sun. It is one of my favorite wellness practices and I sit outside almost everyday, unless it’s raining. Sunlight provides numerous benefits to both our physical and mental health. Let’s go over…

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Imposter Syndrome

Photo by Polina Zimmerman on Pexels.com Can we take a moment to address something that I’ve been thinking a lot about lately? Imposter syndrome! What is imposter syndrome? Imposter syndrome is a common struggle experienced by many individuals, including myself. It manifests as a pervasive sense of self-doubt and undermines our confidence in our abilities and achievements. This phenomenon can…

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5 ways to practice self care.

In a previous post, I talked about showing up for yourself and prioritizing self care. Today I’m going to talk about ways in which you can put that practice into place. Taking care of yourself is such an important aspect of having a healthy and fulfilling life. We sometimes struggle with giving ourselves permission to slow down. We’re so consumed with the notion that you have to be booked and…

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Just SHow UP: The importance of Self Care and choosing you

Another short and sweet post. Photo by Hassan OUAJBIR on Pexels.com Yesterday on my Instagram, I shared an affirmation: “I show up for myself, everyday and in every way.” I want to share how this affirmation is important. I firmly believe that showing up for yourself is the best thing that you can do for yourself. We all deserve to nurture ourselves. In doing so, we take care of our mental,…

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2023 Dirty Dozen/Clean 15 Lists

Photo by Any Lane on Pexels.com Eating healthy and making healthier choices with the foods we eat is a common goal for a lot of people. To stick with that goal, we go to the grocery store, peruse the aisles and choose items that were healthier than the ones we chose in the previous shopping trip. How often do we think about all that is ON the food we eat? We’ve been seeing the organic label on…

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Health and Wellness: Are They the Same?

The answer is yes, but mostly no. Many people consider health and wellness to be interchangeable terms, but there are some differences. The Differences Most people associate health with the “medical model” which focuses on physical health and the absence of one of the 5 D’s: death, disease, disability, dissatisfaction, or discomfort. Personally, I believe that true health means the absence of…

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