Last week I shared some herbs that may be supportive in more acute anxiety situations, including insomnia. We all want (immediate) relief when we are suffering with pain, whether it be physical or emotional! But with complex mental conditions such as anxiety, there is almost always more to them than meets the eye, and simply…
This week’s Blog will look at three main herbs in Smile’s Own Nerve Soother Tea Oats in Milky Seed State Holy Basil from Ayurveda Fragrant Red Roses Milky Oats Seeds are AWESOME for the nervous system!!! Here is a separate excellent blog “Restoring Nerves with Milky Oat Seed” Holy Basil is not called “Holy” for…
When Nettles Aren’t Enough: Welcome to Spring in the Mid-Atlantic We got a little taste of Spring with a record-breakingly warm February in much of the Eastern and Mid-Western U.S. For us here in the DC/Baltimore area, that meant an unexpected round of very early spring allergies! With actual spring just around the corner, we…
Holy Basil Called “The Incomparable One” in its native India, this beautiful plant is a powerful and easy to grow medicinal herb. Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum or Ocimum tenuiflorum, also known as Tulsi) isn’t your ordinary Basil. While it makes a great pesto, it does lots more than add flavor to a dish; its antioxidant and…
Holy basil, or Tulsi, is one of the most revered herbs in Indian medicine. It has been used medicinally in India for many thousands of years. Nowadays, Western scientists are beginning to uncover the brilliance of this powerful herb. Holy basil can effectively aid in a wide range of illnesses and discomforts. A member of…
If you are trying to find natural remedies to increase mental and physical calmness, then try herbs instead of medications. People have used a variety of herbs for hundreds of years to feel more relaxed. Here are five herbs that will provide the perfect calm to increase your overall well-being: Calming Herb One: Holy Basil…
Lots of us struggle with that extra bit around the middle, and no wonder, it’s due to stress! The stress hormone cortisol is related to high insulin levels and gaining more weight in the stomach. Fortunately, there are simple solutions, and they’re not all strict diets and hours in the gym. Here’s what you need…