There’s More Than 1 type of Magnesium: Here’s What They Do

Shopping for magnesium can get confusing quickly. One bottle says glycinate, another says citrate, and another promises support for energy or brain health. If they all contain magnesium, what makes...

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Why Do You Feel Hungry Again an Hour After Eating?

You finish breakfast, make a cup of tea, and start your day. But just an hour later, you find yourself already thinking about your next meal. This can feel frustrating,...

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Living With the Seasons: Small Ways to Feel More Connected to Nature

It feels special when you can finally leave the windows open a bit longer in the evening. Or when a cool morning has you reaching for a sweater and putting...

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Why Do You Feel So Drained Before Your Period? How Herbalism Can Help

As a herbalist, one of the most common struggles I hear from women is that they suddenly feel incredibly fatigued a few days before their period. Perhaps a few days...

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Anxious for No Obvious Reason? 5 Things Your Nervous System May Need

Anxiety does not always begin with an anxious thought, sometimes it arrives in your body first. Maybe your jaw tightens, or your heart feels more noticeable even though nothing particularly...

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Lotus Leaf: How Does This Ancient Plant Support Weight Management?

When most of us picture a lotus plant, it is the flower that gets all the attention. Herbalists, however, have been quietly interested in the large green leaves for centuries....

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You Are Not What You Eat, You Are What You Absorb

Did you know that it’s possible to eat enough iron without absorbing all of it? Or that you can add beta-carotene-rich vegetables to a salad and leave some of their...

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Is Your Breakfast Setting You Up to Snack All Day?

You eat breakfast, start your day and find yourself searching for a snack an hour later. It is easy to interpret this as a problem with discipline, especially when breakfast...

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