“3H” Heart Healthy Herbs
There are a number of herbs that promote heart health and cardiovascular function. In honor of American Heart Health month, I thought I’d spotlight some of my favorites.
There are a number of herbs that promote heart health and cardiovascular function. In honor of American Heart Health month, I thought I’d spotlight some of my favorites.
I was recently inspired by a professional Women’s Leadership Group in which I participated. One day, thanks to inspiration from guest speaker Secretary Tisha Edwards from the Maryland Governor’s Office, we had an honest, rich discussion about the challenges women face in managing our crazy lives while in the throes of menopause. As a Clinical … Read more
I share some simple, effective immune-boosting strategies that incorporate diet, sleep, movement, promoting calm, as well as herbs to help you through the winter.
Learn about the many benefits of getting out in nature through forest bathing, also known as forest therapy.
I took a walk this morning in my neighborhood, as I often do. Today, when I looked down at the storm drain, I was pleasantly surprised and somewhat amused to find a happy and healthy holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) plant growing among the weeds. This vision inspired me to write about the medicinal properties of … Read more
If you live in Maryland, like I do, you’re probably thinking – enough of this rain on the weekends! Last weekend was a total washout for Mother’s Day as well as some local festivals, and this weekend isn’t looking much better. My grass is about a foot high, and who knows when I will be … Read more
In the digital age, and now in the ‘stay-at-home age’, we rely on our eyes more than ever before. And that can mean excessive wear and tear. Fortunately, with a little care – including herbs for eye health – we can keep our peepers strong for years to come. Digital eye strain, sometimes known as … Read more
It’s January. The holiday – and rich food – season is over. I hope that you ‘ate responsibly’, but if you find yourself in a position of stomach upset or indigestion, read on for the scoop on how digestive bitters can promote an efficient and healthy digestive process. Did you say digestive bitter? If you’re … Read more
Some of my astute, concerned clients have asked me about the reported coumarin content in cinnamon, so I thought I’d set the record straight here. Coumarin is a natural blood thinner from which the drug, Warfarin (generic: coumadin), is derived. Blood thinners are useful in preventing blood clots which prevent heart attacks and strokes, but … Read more
As a clinician, lately I have been experiencing an uptick in people requesting herbal support to calm increased anxiety. While every person’s circumstances are different – I recommend consulting with a professional for acute or severe cases – I offer up the following 10 herbs for anxiety that are generally safe when used at normal … Read more