Plant dietas are part of traditional healing practices around the globe. This holistic approach is now reawakening in popular culture. As with any healing modality that gains popularity in the main stream, there is always the danger of misinterpretation and misuse. Ashley Leiteky-Ellenbas shares her knowledge of plant dietas and how to include herbal medicine in this potent modality.
Although there are many different types of plant dietas, Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas’ own style includes bodywork, exercise, herbal medicine and nutrition. Completing this cycle is her stress on healing the conflict of the client’s spirit as they struggle to mend conflicts manifested in their body.
Herbs we mentioned:
- Nettle
- Oat Straw
- Comfrey leaf
- Hawthorn
- Red clover
- Chamomile
- Peppermint
- Lobelia
- Black Cohosh
- Slippery Elm
- Marshmallow
Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas
Ashley Litecky Elenbaas (MS, RH) is a clinical herbalist, registered yoga teacher and director of Sky House Yoga in Silver Spring, Maryland. Her donation-based wellness collective includes regular classes, a well stocked apothecary, workshops and an apprenticeship program. Ashley holds an MS in Clinical Herbalism from Maryland University of Integrative Health, where she graduated from in 2007 and is a professional member, active board member, and registered herbalist.
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