Health Wisdom Joy

12/04/2021

Taking good care of ourselves is usually difficult during the holiday season, when we tend to focus on everyone else’s needs, and don’t make time for ourselves.
Self-care is one of the best gifts you can give. The benefits are enormous for each of us, and when we are healthy in mind/body/spirit, we are better able to enrich the lives of those around us.
Be selfish. Take care of yourself so you can then focus on others. It’s a win/win!

03/14/2021

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01/03/2020

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12/08/2017

Ah, the holiday season. A time of joy, light, and… germs. Between crowded stores and coughing kids, it’s hard to avoid exposure to contagions. Do you find yourself perpetually plagued by illness this time of year? Here are three of my favorite essential oils to use in any method of aromatherapy treatment for colds and flu.

1. Eucalyptus

This all-time classic is an antiviral that soothes the respiratory system and clears the nose. I like using it in an aromatherapy steam.

2. Oregano

If your head feels like the overstuffed chair in your living room, try this antiviral and antioxidant oil that can help knock out low-grade sinus infections.

3. Rosemary

Another antiviral, rosemary is a powerful antiseptic and decongestant. Some say you shouldn’t use rosemary oil for aromatherapy if you’re pregnant because it might cause uterine contractions. I find that hard to believe, but you might want to opt for one of the others listed here.

10/19/2017

Robin Rose Bennett is a Master Herbalist, an insightful and gifted teacher, and one of my dearest friends.
Take a peek at grape medicine.

One of my herbal missions is to help restore grape medicine in northeast America to it's proper place of primacy. Grape leaves, vines and tendrils, prepared ...

09/27/2017

Bee Shapiro, Skin Deep columnist, is answering your questions about everyday makeup.

09/19/2017

09/15/2017

Thankful for 41 amazing years with my significant other. Thank you, E, for your continued support as we wend our way through life together, hand in hand.

08/22/2017

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