If you have been in one of my herbal or holistic nutrition classes, you have likely heard me reference Maria Noel Groves and her brilliant book, Body Into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care. Here is a delicious chai tea blend that she has created which,...
This week I was fortunate enough to make a trek to a beautiful 12-acre USDA certified organic blueberry farm to pick and purchase berries. All in, my friend Karen and I picked 70 pounds of blueberries! So, what does one do with a 35 pound share? LOTS of things. Fist...
Have you heard about the amazing power of adaptogenic herbs? These are incredible powerhouses for helping us “adapt to stress.” There are a couple of different actions that these herbs exhibit; some are energizing while others are calming. One of my favorite...
Looking for a way to boost the beneficial bacteria in your gut for better digestion, elimination, and immunity? Look no further thanto the humble kefir (pronounced kuh-Fear.) Kefir is readily available in most supermarkets these days, but it’s also very easy to make...
Combining turmeric, ghee and milk has been a tradition in India for centuries. I like this version that I’ve put together for the calcium boost along with the extraordinary turmeric benefits. Enjoyed in the evening, it is a wonderfully relaxing beverage that helps one...
I love a good Chai tea, and I love to make it from scratch. But some days (OK, most days) I don’t have the time to assemble all of the ingredients to decoct (simmer for a while) them into a nice spicy Chai. I’ve worked on this recipe a bit and it has become a favorite...