Hydration Matters
By Caitlin Potere
Whether you're recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic fatigue, or just trying to feel better in your day-to-day life, hydration is a crucial piece of the puzzle. Let’s talk about...
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The Teachings of Buddhist Monk Thich Nhat Hanh
By Caitlin Potere
Thich Nhat Hanh, a prominent Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk, author, and peace activist, has left an indelible mark on the world with his profound teachings on mindfulness, compassion, and inner...
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Foraging Nature's Bounty: Wildcrafting Edible Berries in Michigan
By Caitlin Potere
Michigan, a state known for its rich biodiversity, offers a delightful array of wild berries waiting to be discovered and savored. Wildcrafting, the practice of foraging for wild edibles, connects...
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Herbal Calendula for Skin Care
By Caitlin Potere
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,...
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The Wonders of Herbal Baths
By Caitlin Potere
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,...
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Nasal Saline Irrigation and COVID-19 Severity Reduction
By Caitlin Potere
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...
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Ledum: The Homeopathic Ally for Bug Bites and Irritations
By Caitlin Potere
Homeopathic Ledum is made from a plant known as Marsh Labrador Tea or Wild Rosemary. The full latin name is Ledum palustre. In traditional herbalism, the crushed leaves of Ledum...
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From Rash to Relief: Poison Ivy Prevention and Care
By Caitlin Potere
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...
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Dr. Lev Linkner's Guided Meditation for Surgery
By Caitlin Potere
Dr. Lev Linkner shares his guided meditations for preparing the body for surgery and promoting healing afterwards.
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The Icky Tick Guide: Awareness, Prevention, and Removal
By Caitlin Potere
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...
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Natural Solutions for Dry Winter Skin
By Caitlin Potere
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...
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Nobel Prize-Winners Who Advocated for Homeopathic Medicine by DANA ULLMAN, MPH, CCH
By Caitlin Potere
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...
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Caitlin's Choco-Beans Recipe
By Caitlin Potere
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...
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Photo Album: The Moving and Birth of the Parkway Center
By Caitlin Potere
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...
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