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IN THE NEWS
Can cannabis improve the experience of exercise? Read more here.
Learn more about the most widely known+used root vegetable, carrot! Its impressive phytochemical profile makes this little veg very worth including in your summer recipes. (Here’s a recipe from one of my favorite cookbooks.)
For our East Coast friends, Herbal Walks with Lanny Kaufer is hosting some sweet nature walks, herbal talks and workshops. Herbal first aid walk, anyone? Sign up details are here.
The use of herbal medicine (teas, tinctures, infusions, capsules) is on the rise. 👏 That said, so is pharmaceuticals use. Learn more about herb-drug interactions and safety here.
Free webinar (today) from one of my teachers! How to choose and use spring lymphatic herbs. Sign up here.
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SUPERNATURALNESS
Rachelle speaks with Well+Good about the benefits of herbs for sleep, and inflammation.
“Botanical, floral, herbal (and fungal) ingredients are all considered ‘herbs’ by herbalists, we consider all natural, non-synthetic ingredients with medicinal properties to be herbs, including food.”
ICYMI: More of our most-loved episodes:
Mucuna pruriens, known as “dopamine bean,” increases the presence of L-dopa—a precursor to dopamine. Used for nervous system regulation, increasing pleasure, satisfaction, motivation, focus, and more—find it in our Happy Hour HRBLS.
Rachelle speaks to Real Simple about nutrients, phytochemicals, and the value of drinking more tea. “If you drink tea every day, you don't need to change a thing!”
Add a heartwarming ritual to your routine as we shift into a new season. It’s a loving way to be with yourself, or others. Ritual & tincture here. <3
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Thanks so much for this helpful information! I’m sure I’ll have more questions once our trip gets closer ✌️🤍
Hi Rachelle! I have a few questions regarding Peace Retreat. What time of year do you think is best in Costa Rica. We’re thinking about going in September. Do you have any recommendations for sightseeing off resort? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated 🩷✌️