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6 Stinging Nettle Recipes for a Superfood-Filled Spring

Posted by Ingrid Bauer, MD, MS on Apr 8th 2021

Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica and other species) are among the most ubiquitous and useful medicine, food, and fiber plants found throughout the world. Originally native to Europe, Asia, and north … read more

Pedicularis Benefits & Insights from Chinese Medicine

Posted by Thomas Avery Garran, PhD on Mar 25th 2021

In the wake of last year’s devastating California fire season, many burned-out areas across our home state are bursting with an unprecedented riot of vibrant scarlet/fuchsia blossoms this spri … read more

Spring Equinox Rituals, Health Tips & Recipes

Posted by Jules Benefico, Certified Clinical Herbalist on Mar 15th 2021

The vernal equinox, also called Ostara, is a time to invite equilibrium and renewal into the mind, body, and spirit. Day and night are equal length, and each day after is longer than the one before … read more

Ashwagandha for Rest, Energy & Health

Posted by Ingrid Bauer, MD, MS on Feb 22nd 2021

In recent years, Ashwagandha ( Withania somnifera) has emerged as one of the most popular herbs in the natural products space. A member of the nightshade family, the dried and powdered roots have … read more

Support Heart Health with Chinese Medicine

Posted by Benjamin Zappin, L.Ac. on Feb 10th 2021

Observed as American Heart Month and bisected by Valentine’s Day, February is a time to honor the heart and all it represents. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and other cultural contexts, the … read more