Dried calendula, also known as pot marigold, is a vibrant and versatile herb that has been treasured for centuries due to its remarkable healing properties. Rich in flavonoids, essential oils, and antioxidants, this golden flower has become a favorite among herbal enthusiasts for its numerous applications in skin care and wound healing. Let's explore the various ways you can harness the power of dried calendula through infused herbal oils, herbal tinctures, poultices, and more.
Herbal baths are a great way to relax at the end of the day. Adding herbs to your bath routine provides several health benefits ranging from relaxing aromatherapy to improved circulation, detoxification and skin health. Read on for recipes and recommendations about our favorite herbal baths.
A recently published scientific trial concluded that using nasal saline irrigation twice daily greatly reduced severity, risk of hospitalization and death in high risk Covid-19 patients. Study participants started the nasal saline irrigation within 24 hours of testing positive for Covid-19 on a PCR test. The study found that participants who used the nasal irrigation were over 8 times less likely to be hospitalized than the national rate.
In southeast Michigan, we've actually had a pretty good summer so far - not too many mosquitoes, in my experience. They're still present, though, and at least a few bites seem to be inevitable every year. I'd like to share one of our most popular and useful remedies with you: Ledum.
Learn what poison ivy looks like and practice identifying it. Save photos to a phone or print out a picture to bring on hikes. Poison ivy is a vining plant that usually spreads along the ground, but it can also climb trees with thick vines. The leaves are usually green but can also turn red and orange as temperatures drop in the fall. In the early spring, sometimes only the brown vines are visible and can still cause rash upon contact.
In the last 20 years, tick populations have increased dramatically in Michigan. Our relatively temperate weather allows ticks to reproduce and spread with ease. The last few years have been particularly bad, with ticks encroaching into more urban areas. Nowadays, ticks can be found at your local park and even in well-kept backyards. In this blog, we'll talk about ways to avoid or repel ticks and what to do if you get bitten.
It's that time of the year again! We've been spending all our time indoors, where our furnaces are keeping us cozy and warm... and dry. Too dry! Indoor heating is a nice modern convenience, but it also tends to quickly dehumidify the air. Ideally, our indoor winter humidity should be around 45%, but it can be very challenging to reach that goal. Many people suffer from dry skin that cracks and peels in the winter. Continue reading to discover a few tips and tricks for keeping your skin soft and moisturized from the inside out.
It is common to measure a person by the company they keep. Likewise, it is common to measure any subject by its advocates. And in this light, the field of homeopathic medicine is standing on the shoulders of cultural giants, of scientific and medical geniuses, of political world leaders and royalty, of religious and spiritual teachers, of literary greats, of sports superstars, of world-class musicians and artists, and of corporate and philanthropic leaders.
I'm happy to share this recipe for a dessert we lovingly call "Choco-beans" around my house. This recipe combines fiber and antioxidant-rich ingredients to create an indulgent treat that hits the spot when you're craving something sweet! Have you ever made brownies and wanted to eat all the batter before you could even bake them? This tastes kind of like that, except it's healthier and safe to eat! Adzuki beans form the base of the recipe, offering a creamy texture and mild, sweet taste. They're also easier to digest than most other beans.
Take a walk down memory lane to Ann Arbor in June 1987 with our new photo album: The Moving and Birth of the Parkway Center. Enjoy over 200 never before seen photos of moving day and the construction of the Parkway Center. On Sunday, June 21st 2 1987, two historic Queen Anne houses were lifted from their original location on South Main Street and carefully moved to their current location on South Huron Parkway.
Reishi is one of those special herbs that has a deep, wide range of actions that benefit multiple body systems and is also gentle enough for most people to enjoy taking it long-term. (I say "most" because there's always the small chance of any individual not tolerating an herb, or having what's called an "idiosyncratic," or unusual reaction.)