The kidneys are two organs about the size of your fist and are located on opposite sides of the spine just below the rib cage. The kidneys feed waste and excess water into the bladder for removal during urination. The entire urinary tract consists of the kidneys, the ureters that are tubes that run from […]
For centuries, the leafy shrub known as butterbur has been gathered and used to support natural healing and wellness. In fact, it was one of the most sought after remedies to treat the symptoms of the plague in the Middle Ages. Natural health practitioners in the modern age still recommend the use of butterbur extract […]
For centuries, natural health practitioners across three continents have sought out the butterbur plant to naturally promote health and wellness. Modern science has now shown that although raw butterbur does have some potentially beneficial compounds to support your health, it also contains dangerous pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which can be toxic when taken internally. Although unprocessed […]
Migraines and seasonal health issues top the list as some of the most disruptive events in the life of an otherwise healthy person. Any of these ailments can ruin a productive day and leave you buried in your bed sheets, begging for relief. Science is still hard at work trying to understand both the causes […]
Before heart monitors, surgery, and pills… civilizations around the world relied on what was around them in nature to treat whatever ailed them. It’s amazing to think that a simple flower, root, or tree growing nearby could hold the powerful solution to common complications of the human body… but often times they do! We often […]
If you’ve taken a yoga class, or dabbled in meditation, massage or other relaxation techniques, you’ve likely heard the phrase: mind, body and spirit. Or perhaps, you’ve heard of the three energies (or doshas) known as vata, pitta, and kapha. In the most basic understanding, participants are aware that in order to maintain balance in […]
If you feel an uncontrollable urge to use the bathroom all the time, you may need bladder health support. Fortunately, there are natural plant-based supplements and other easy methods to support bladder health and make sure your urinary tract is functioning optimally. Read more in this post! (more…)
