Using heat to treat illness and abnormal growths within the body dates back thousands of years. In fact, Hippocrates himself discovered how inducing a fever could help cure diseases and shrink tumors. Whether it be through the use of Turkish baths, Finnish saunas, Russian banyas, sweat lodges, or the healing power of local hot springs, […]
Inflammation
How to Make The Perfect Fool-Proof Arnica Salve for Bruising, Post-Surgery, and Aches & Pains
Learning how to make the perfect arnica salve is one of the first things you learn as a budding herbalist. Whether you spend your free-time gardening, are an avid hiker, an outdoor enthusiast, build things with your hands, suffer from joint disorders, have children, or are just clumsy like I am, a well-made arnica salve […]
The Power of Red Light Therapy – The Vital Nutrient Your Body is Missing
In recent years, red light therapy has gained popularity as a staple wellness protocol for improved weight loss, auto-immune support, increased collagen production, muscle recovery, and even hormone balance. But what is red light therapy exactly, and why should you consider adding it to your wellness routine? Today, we’re going to learn why red light […]
How to Make Infused Cottonwood Oil for Balms, Salves, & Ointments
I’ve been on a bit of a cottonwood kick lately, but I just can’t get over how amazing this herb is! It’s just so good for so many things and has been one of my must-haves for pretty much every type of physical pain or bout of inflammation I’ve experienced. If you haven’t tried your […]
How to Make Cottonwood Tincture
Ask any herbalist how they feel about cottonwood and you’d be met with a unanimous dreamy sigh. I think it goes without saying just how amazing these fragrant little buds are and they’re just so good for so many things! If you’re looking for a remedy renowned for its pain relieving, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties, […]
Diverticulitis Causes and How to Treat it Naturally
In the United States alone, there are over 200,000 people per year who are hospitalized for diverticulitis. Approximately 10 percent of American adults over the age of forty develop this condition which leads to the development of marble-sized bulges or pouches in the intestinal lining. These bulges, called diverticula, can become painful and inflamed, and […]