Food is one of my favorite things. I love trying new restaurants with friends and family, gathering together in the kitchen, trying a new complicated recipe. Some of my most cherished memories have been in the kitchen. Food nourishes the body, mind, and soul. It can connect us across cultures, societies, bring us closer to our ancestors, form closer bonds with our children and loved ones.  Once September rolls around, I switch to what I call “Baking Season”. This is when I ma

It may seem counter intuitive, but the return of school at the end of summer usually coincides with a return to self care. Summer months...

Big changes in life can be a challenging time. But it can also make us take a step back, and think about the things that really matter....

Let's talk about headaches! There are many causes, and reaching for an over the counter is only too easy. So let's look at some causes...

This is one most people are familiar with on sight, but might not be aware that it grows wild in our local badlands. The petals and seed...

Fun fact! This plant is most commonly known for its use in the making of gin. While no one knows exactly how the drink came to be, it may...

The Prickly Pear Cactus! This cactus is found in all types of deserts and throughout North America in dry, rocky areas. Its blooms are...

Native gardening is so important! Hosting native plants and flowers in your yard is just one step you can take to helping your local...

"I don't even know where to start!" That's the most common sentiment I hear from people as they come to see me. Herbal medicine can be...

Let's talk about... Bee Pollen! Bee pollen is produced from plant flower pollen, which is collected by bees and mixed with nectar or the...

You have most likely seen this "weed", where it likes to grow in river banks, disturbed habitats, roadsides, vacant lots, and fields. It...

Let’s talk about…. Adrenal health and fatigue! Adrenals are small glands that sit atop each kidney and are responsible for many functions...

For many centuries, people have looked to the moon- as an object of the divine, as a source of light in an otherwise dark and isolated...

As we approach one of the hotter months for our area, we begin to see more and more smoke fill the air from regional fires. This smoke...

Back to school! Back to school! Do these words bring on feelings of dread and stress for you and your family? You're not alone. School...

What a week it has been! With so much goin on, it's important to remember self care. Even when you "don't have time" for yourself, there...

As the days get cooler, many of us turn to the kitchen to cook up something warming, nourishing, and comforting. Did you know that many...

I have had several questions these last few days about Ashwagandha and whether it is the same hyped up herb "that one football player...