The Coffee Nap - Maximizing The Caffeine Kick Best way to enjoy Coffee in the Afternoon
The physiological mechanism for drowsiness is the accumulation of a chemical called adenosine in the brain. And one of the ways caffeine perks us up by binding to the same receptors, literally preventing the detection of adenosine and the perception of being tired. In addition to the stimulating effects of caffeine, it literally prevents us from feeling sleepy.
Dark and Stormy Mushroom Bitters Recipe Maple Medicinal Concoction
There are plenty of ways that mushrooms can be used to support digestive health and vitality. One such way is through their bitter properties. Yes! Some mushrooms have a bitter flavor, and these mushrooms can be used to create mushroom bitters just as you would use bitter tasting plants to create herbal bitters.
Pair this Cocktail with French Toast over breakfast, or raise a few eyebrows by ordering
Life, man. It's going by fast. But in this whirlwind of change and growth and personal development, there remains one constant: vodka and orange juice will never not be good together. You got messed up on it when there was nothing else to drink but plastic handles of Skol and orange stuff so concentrated it was neon.
Your Favorite Botanical Skin Care Recipes—In Print format in our Botanical Skin Care Recipe Book
We all have to make good choices for our lives and our health, and we also want to do the very best for those we love. As herbalists, we’ve come to understand how important herbs are to our wellbeing—from the plants we ingest inside our bodies to the ones we use topically on the outside. We’ve also come to understand that natural
7 Herbs to Include in Your Morning Routine at The Beginning of The Year
Starting your day with a well-planned, thoughtful morning routine that incorporates herbs can help to set the tone for your day, and what better time to create a new rhythm in your life than the New Year? Herbs can make a great addition to your morning routine, as they not only help to support a person’s physical wellness, but they can be used to support emotional self-care as well.
Five Drinks for Surviving Dry January this Year or Just Need a bit of an Alcohol Detox
If you're attempting to partake in dry January this year or just need a bit of an alcohol detox after the Christmas merrymaking, we've got your Friday night beverage in hand. Try one of these delicious alcohol free drinks to fill the cocktail shaped hole in your heart
The Many Uses of Violet: A Round-Up of Herbal Resources & Recipes
When it comes to flowers, it doesn’t get much sweeter than soft springtime violets. With nodding blossoms atop slender stems and heart-shaped leaves, these low-growing plants are sometimes described as diminutive. But please don’t presume they’re shrinking! In fact, violets are a powerhouse of mineral-rich food and medicine.
