119.2017 in Review – Out with the Old, In with the New
So many changes happened in 2017, it is difficult to pick out the most influential topics. With 2018, the Year of the Dog, barking at our doorstep, Candace, Patrick and Sue take a minute to evaluate 2017, the Year of the Rooster.
Let’s Talk Series: Coffee with Okon Udosenata, Equiano Coffee
There is an art to everything. Once you discover the secret to bringing out the subtle flavor in your daily cup of coffee -Coffea arabica (Arabica) or Coffea canephora (Robusta), your morning becomes a magical ritual.
Coffee: Myth, Folklore, and Magical Properties
Coffee’s history starts in Ethiopia, where his progenitor, a variety akin to today’s Coffea robusta, grew wild in the low-lying hills. Legend tells that around 600 C.E. a goat-herder named Kaldi noticed his goats became more lively and playful after having eaten the bright red berries of the coffee trees where they grazed. He tried […]
Treat Stomach Ulcers Naturally
Stomach ulcers, also called Peptic Ulcers, are no joke to those who suffer from them. Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria and long-term use of aspirin and painkillers such as ibuprofen and naproxen sodium can cause them. The standard symptoms include burning stomach pain, bloating, intolerance to fatty food, heartburn and nausea. Pain will worsen at […]
Caffeine in Coffee for Migraines – How It Works
Caffeine is an alkaloid which can be damaged by roasting and processing. This is why heavily processed coffee like instant coffee crystals only has about 50 mg. The dose is important.
Sinus Drain Tincture Blend
This recipe was formulated for winter sinus congestion. I volunteer in a free clinic and have worked with many clients that spend the majority of the winter outdoors. They are susceptible to all kinds of infections but rhinitis is a diagnosis that our doctors are familiar with. This formula is for adults who have had […]
De-Stressing for the Holidays with Flower Essences
By raising or stimulating our subtle body vibrations we are able to release stuck emotional patterns, make new perceptions, choices and outcomes mentally, emotionally, physically and consciously. This is the main healing power of all flower essences.
Coffee: Seriously Big Medicine
Grandma’s kitchen was bright. I remember sitting near a formica counter that was light blue, white, and yellow. I was eight. I sat up in my chair feeling very grown up as I requested my very first coffee. “Does your mother let you drink coffee?” Grandma asked. “Oh, yes, with breakfast all the time,” I […]
Coffee: Awakening the Mind
The first sip went down smoothly. The astringency of the coffee in addition to its warmth cleared my throat. The antioxidant-rich chlorogenic acids were up to the task of bringing down the inflammation that had just started to effect my sinuses. I added a little cream to break up the acidity on my stomach – pure bliss.
Let’s Talk Series: Books for Herb Nerds of 2017
A well-written book is worth every penny you spend on it. Sue and Candace have compiled a list of hidden treasures that are great resources for gardeners and herbalists alike.
Pomegranate: Queen of Antioxidants
Pomegranate has 17 percent more antioxidants than red wine without the disadvantages alcohol possesses. It also tops green tea in rounding up free radicals without the damaging effects of caffeine.
Kratom Pain-Free Salve
Kratom Pain-Free Salve Kratom is used for pain relief. During a podcast on Kratom, we had a little left over powder from our tea which I made into salve. This salve was the first time I have ever experimented with Kratom topically. It should be noted that Kratom is powerful medicine but it works rather […]