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Growing More Sustainable: Global Impacts of the Herbal Supplements Industry

Posted by Ingrid Bauer, MD, MS on Apr 22nd 2022

When Ben and I founded Five Flavors Herbs, our mission was to improve the health of our patients, customers, and the planet by trusting the wisdom of nature. Raised on an organic farm, I worked i … read more

TCM Remedies for Spring Wellness

Posted by Benjamin Zappin, LAc on Apr 11th 2022

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 … read more

Surviving Pollen Season with Chinese Medicine

Posted by Benjamin Zappin, LAc on Mar 22nd 2022

Spring is one of the finest times of year to spend outdoors, taking in the verdance of new life unfurling and feeling the energizing effects of longer days. Along with seasonal delights like warmer … read more

Adapting to Stress: Natural Tools for Resiliency

Posted by Ingrid Bauer, MD, MS on Nov 30th 2021

If we could pick a word to describe what it takes to survive the past 18 months, it’s resilience. The Oxford English Dictionary defines resilience as the ability to recover quickly after difficulty … read more

Epic Bone Broth Benefits & Recipes with Medicinal Herbs

Posted by Ingrid Bauer, M.D., M.S. & Benjamin Zappin, L.Ac. on Nov 22nd 2021

We believe food is an essential foundation for health and wellness. In our practices and in our shop, we’re constantly navigating the intersection of food and medicine, and bone b … read more

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