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Cross-Cultural Herbalism: Emotional Wellness with TCM & Western Herbs

Posted by Benjamin Zappin, LAc on May 30th 2025

Exploring Cross-Cultural Herbal Approaches to Mental Health Mental health is a deeply layered and multifaceted aspect of human well-being, and herbs for emotional wellness offer a rich tapestry … read more

What are the Best Herbs and Supplements for a Liver Detox?

Posted by Ingrid Bauer, MD on Jul 30th 2024

The liver is a key organ for maintaining homeostasis, or balance, in the body. The liver not only clears toxins, but also produces important proteins and plays a central role in fat and glucose metabo … read more

Sunset Ranch: Our Family Farm

Posted by Ingrid Bauer, MD, MS on Jul 10th 2022

“I’ve found our dream home” I said excitedly. After a decade of buzzing with urban noise and grime, the numbing anonymity of living in a commuter neighborhood, and raising a family in a cramped r … read more

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

Neti Pot Use Tips for Seasonal Congestion & More

Posted by Jules Benefico, Certified Clinical Herbalist on Mar 22nd 2022

Most of us deal with congestion at some point during the year, either seasonally or as a symptom of occasional illness. And while stuffiness is often not a serious threat to our health (though … read more

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