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Spring is a time of renewal, and in cultures all over the world, cleansing and new starts are common themes during this fertile season. The fresh energy of blossoming plants and lengthening days ca … read more

As an herbalist, an integrative physician, an organic farmer, and a social justice activist, I love to promote food- and plant-based strategies for maintaining wellness. It’s literally our busin … read more

Spring’s arrival is heralded by vivid greenery, delicate blooms—and some significant energy shifts. In the five phase model of Traditional Chinese Medicine, spring correlates with the Wood element and … read more

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

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