Your skin reflects your overall health and serves as one of your body’s primary barriers against the external environment. Common skin concerns often stem from underlying factors such as dehydration, inflammation, illness, nutrient deficiencies, and exposure to stressors like oxidative damage. Because skin health is influenced by both internal and

Menopause marks the end of the fertile years in the reproductive period of a woman’s life. Leading up to this is perimenopause – a period that can span anywhere from a few months to a decade. Around the mid-40s and as early as their mid-30s, most women begin this period

‘Tis the season to indulge in delicious food and drink alike. We took some classic festive favourites and gave them an herbal twist that add both flavour and health benefits.  Peppermint Hot Chocolate A family favorite with a fresh kick! Serves 2  2 cups milk or milk alternative of your

What are adaptogens? Adaptogens are plants and mushrooms that exert distinct effects on the mind and body, helping them be resilient to environmental, physical, mental and emotional stressors! Some adaptogens do this by interacting with the HPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis), that controls the interaction and balance of hormones — including

Did you know that, when we experience stress, the body goes through something called the “stress cycle,” which physiologically brings us into and then, importantly, out of the stress response? The human body has evolved with certain responses that are inherent in our genetic make up for protective and helpful

Summer is upon us, and we’re all looking forward to cooling off with a swim.  Whether you hit the pool, lake or ocean, water can splash into the ear and remain there after swimming. This creates a moist environment ideal for bacterial growth that can cause an external ear infection,