How to Make Herb Infused Ice Cubes

Our local produce market has an amazing variety of fruits and vegetables for equally amazing prices. So whenever I’m trying a new recipe, I go there to buy fresh herbs and spices. The challenge is

What to do when you lack social support

The topic of friendship came up during our visit. I was asked if I had any close female friends. My answer was yes. I’ve been blessed to have a best friend for most of my

Garlic is great for helping to prevent heart disease, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. It also boosts the immune system. It contains allicin, a powerful amino acid thought to give garlic it’s healing potential.

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Dill

Dill is a delicate herb and a member of the parsley family. Dill is rich in vitamin A and Vitamin C and can help with insomnia, menstrual and respiratory disorders. It can provide a powerful

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Golden Turmeric Milk

Turmeric is known as a healing spice. Packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric is soothing, relaxing and extremely nourishing to your body. Curcumin, the potent compound found in turmeric has numerous health benefits, including

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Cupping

Cupping is the practice of placing cups on the skin and creating suction to increase blood flow to promote healing, and in some cases, draw out pathogens like viruses, bacteria and other germs. A

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Transcendental Meditation

Transcendental Meditation is the most widely researched and practiced method of meditation. This is a natural practice that allows the mind to progressively experience higher levels of thought. It is not a religion, philosophy or

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Bikram Yoga

Bikram Yoga consists of twenty-six postures and two breathing exercises. The practice is ninety minutes in 105 degree heat with 40% humidity. Each asana is specifically chosen to bring restoration and maintain optimum health and

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Herbal Therapy

Herbal therapy, or Chinese herbs, include Chinese Patent Formulas, Chinese herbal decoctions, Herbal powders, and syrups. Chinese Patent Formulas are pre-made herbal formulas in tablet or pill form. Chinese herbal decoctions result in “teas” that

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