Herbs For Spring Detox
Spring is the Perfect Time for a Detox As Spring draws near, we emerge from the cold and stillness of winter, ready to embrace the season of renewal and growth. With the return of light, many of us feel compelled […]
Author: Jahwei Chen-Graf
Three Herbs for The Heart
In recent years (and especially so in the last few months) many of us may be struggling to keep our hearts light. Whether due to illness, loss, relationship struggles, or the weight of world events, it’s easy to feel disheartened. […]
Healing Eczema Naturally
Eczema: what is it? Eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis) is a common condition that affects 10-12% of the population and occurs predominantly in children under 5 years of age. Eczema is an allergic response that appears on the skin […]
Herbal Support For Back To School
By Jahwei Chen-Graf Naturopath and Clinical Herbalist It’s a bittersweet time when the long, hot days of summer begin to fade away and crisper nights begins to pervade; signaling the time for parents to turn their attention to preparing for […]
Supporting mild coronavirus cases at home with natural remedies.
After almost 2 years into the pandemic, my family and I finally caught COVID-19. In some ways it was a relief, although we were very worried about infecting the more vulnerable members of our family and community. While we experienced […]
Winter Wellness For Kids
Many parents struggle when their children fall ill during the winter months. When your little ones are unwell, it is easy to feel anxious and rush to the doctor at the first sign of a sniffle. After all, we just […]
Herbs for Anxiety and Insomnia
Have your anxiety levels gone through the roof lately? Having trouble sleeping? Been gripped by feelings of fear, panic and overwhelm? If so, you are not alone! The world as we know it has been turned upside down in the […]
Herbal Support for Coronavirus
Staying well and protecting ourselves from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is on everyone’s mind right now. Social distancing is now a catchphrase and people are paying attention to washing hands, using hand sanitizer and avoiding hugs and handshakes. This is common sense […]
Five Herbs For Seasons Change
In the Sierra Foothills of Northern California, the first fall rains have arrived to soak the parched earth and temper the blistering heat of summer. As the external landscape changes, it seems like an appropriate time to nourish our internal […]
What are adaptogens?
Adaptogens are a class of medicinal herbs used since ancient times in China and India to improve strength, stamina and resilience. In China, they are known as Qi tonics and in India they are known as Rasayanas. As modern life […]