Creating a Self-Care Practice
In herbalism, healing begins and ends with the individual. The herbalist is not a healer but merely a conduit through which the healing can happen. So, following that logic, to...
In herbalism, healing begins and ends with the individual. The herbalist is not a healer but merely a conduit through which the healing can happen. So, following that logic, to...
Summer vacation is a great time of the year to reset body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re stepping out of your normal routines for an outdoor adventure, or stealing away...
Did you know herbs are some of the most effective digestive aids? Teas made with ginger, peppermint, and chamomile are incredibly popular, and for good reason—they work. But they aren’t...
The lure of a getaway seems so appealing, doesn’t it? Travel is always a novelty until the first realization that you are without your normal creature comforts. A headache, indigestion,...
In the fall, everywhere you go there is something infused with pumpkin spice, and it’s almost always accompanied by a generous amount of processed sugar. As strong believers in healthy...
A typical story about a laxative might arouse giggles and potty jokes, but the story of Smooth Move® truly inspires. Formulated in the 1970s by TM’s co-founder, world-renowned herbalist Rosemary...
Switch up your cocktail hour with a botanical mocktail! This sweet & tangy non-alcoholic margarita recipe, featuring the herbal powers of our Turmeric with Meadowsweet & Ginger tea, is so...
The immune system serves as the body’s greatest defense mechanism against foreign invaders. But as herbalists, we see it as much more than just a systematic fortress. Our in-house...
In Europe, a simmering pot of mulled wine is about as common as a cup of coffee around the holidays. Christmas markets are a staple in Germany; the streets are...
While many of us see vinegar as a simple condiment or an ingredient in pickling, it’s actually a 10,000-year-old remedy that’s heightened when combined with medicinal herbs. Medicated vinegar, technically...
Tulsi is a beloved herb of South Asia, celebrated by Ayurvedic healers for over 5,000 years for its all-encompassing, everyday health-promoting properties and is revered by Hindus as a sacred...
Healing starts with the gut. That’s what our herbalists will tell you. A healthy digestive system supports our mental and emotional well-being, while also processing nutrients and delivering them through...
For years, we’ve wanted to create a tea that addresses inflammation associated with an active lifestyle. As far as we’re concerned, inflammation often gets a bad rap. And what a...
During the warm days of summer, we like to indulge in herbal popsicles. Making your own popsicles provides instant refreshment, while also fortifying you with a little plant power. When...
Have you ever cracked open a fresh aloe plant and watched it ooze a clear, sticky gel? This is one of the earth’s natural juices that can be scraped from...
In the realm of everyday aches and pains, there is little as uncomfortable as an upset stomach. Whether you’re feeling green around the gills on a winding road trip or...
The elder tree is known to many herbalists as a sacred tree. While we’re sure it has its own stories to tell, there’s already an abundance of recorded folklore. In...
All of us are susceptible to winter time woes, no matter how healthy we are. With all the extra hours of darkness, cold winds and stuffy rooms, it’s no wonder...
When we think of Thanksgiving, we think of a time when we fill our homes with friends, family, love and an abundance of food. In fact, many of us have...
Green tea (Camellia sinensis) is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, enjoyed for its health benefits for thousands of years. Uplifting yet grounding, green tea is...
Whether it is lack of sleep, extra stress or simply not eating right, irregularities in our lives can throw us off our natural rhythm and affect our menstrual cycle. Sometimes...
Ginger’s warm, pungent and peppery bite is an international hit. Featured in Indian cuisine as spicy masala chai, in Japan as pickled gari (the spicy, pink shavings served alongside sushi)...
Bitters aren’t just for fancy cocktails. They’re also an incredible digestive aid perfect for the holiday season.* We too enjoy mulled wines, grandma’s cinnamon raisin bread and those amazing miniature...
Those mints offered at the end of your meal have a story to tell. They’re modern day descendants of the peppermint plant, also known as Mentha x piperita. In...