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Heliotherapy: The Therapeutic Use of Sunlight

Posted on May 20, 2020May 22, 2020 by Jacquelyn

“O, Sunlight! The most precious gold to be found on Earth.” -Roman Payne Ladies and Gentleman, rejoice! For now, it is the season of the sun! Now is the prime time to shake off winter, get outside, soak up the...Read More

Herbal Waters: A New Way to Drink Water

Posted on November 1, 2019 by Jacquelyn

I know A LOT of people who don't drink water. They say they don't like the taste. So they opt for soda, juice, coffee, alcohol, power drinks, and powdered additives to flavor their water and "make it more palatable." While...Read More

AROMATIC GELS

Posted on September 30, 2019September 30, 2019 by Jacquelyn

Diluting Essential Oils is important. Aromatic Gels are a great substitute for vegetable and nut oils. Aromatic Gels are a good alternative to aromatic oils. Some people don't care for the feel of oil on their skin or they...Read More

Herbal Allies for Smoke and Pollution

Posted on July 24, 2019July 24, 2019 by Jacquelyn

If you live in an area prone to smoke (*COUGH* CALIFORNIA *COUGH*) or live in a city prone to other types of air pollution, you are probably familiar with respiratory issues. Common respiratory issues from smoke or pollution inhalation include...Read More

The Evolution of Becoming a Queen

Posted on March 16, 2019July 24, 2019 by Jacquelyn

"Everybody wants to be a Princess, and nobody is an Empress." Recently I listened to an interview with Dr. Keesha Ewers in which she stated: “…We want to age. Aging is something that must happen. And with age, usually if...Read More

One More Sleep Remedy To Try

Posted on September 25, 2018March 14, 2019 by Jacquelyn

Trying to fall asleep and failing is probably one of the most frustrating endeavors for all human beings. My entire life I've struggled with sleep; falling asleep, staying asleep, and wild vivid dreams when I do sleep. If you are...Read More

5 Ways to Use Chamomile in Your Life

Posted on May 30, 2018March 14, 2019 by Jacquelyn

Chamomile makes me happy. It’s cheerful, miniature, daisy-like flowers are dominating my garden this year, and I love it! It’s sweet apple scent mixes with my sweet pea and red clover and wafts in through my open kitchen window every...Read More

The 7 Herbs of Holy Week

Posted on March 30, 2018April 11, 2019 by Jacquelyn

Easter is probably my most favorite holiday. I love the symbolism of rebirth and new beginnings. In honor of Holy week, I have paired one plant with each day. Each plant was chosen for its correspondence and role in each...Read More

A Brief History of Modern Medicine and Cosmetics

Posted on March 12, 2018March 14, 2019 by Jacquelyn

The use of chemicals and potentially harmful substances in pharmaceuticals, personal care items, and cosmetics is long. We could begin with the Opium Poppy. [caption id="attachment_152" align="alignleft" width="300"] Papaver Somniferum - Opium Poppy[/caption] Opium poppy has been cultivated by humans...Read More

6 Basic Steps to a Beautiful Biome

Posted on January 8, 2018March 14, 2019 by Jacquelyn

"... for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return." -Genesis 3:19 Many of us in Western Christian countries have heard this phrase from Genesis at least once in our lives. But for me, this phrase has always...Read More