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Chronicles of a Witch in Training
Herbalists and other autonomous women operating outside of the patriarchy were labeled "Witches" in the middle ages. It is thought that upwards of a million women were systematically killed, many of them were Herbalists. This ended the practice of Herbalism in Continental Europe. This is also when "Western" Medicine was born.
Plants contain medicinal properties and here's the story of how I went from Registered Nurse to Mom, to Artist and Herbalist and what I've learned along the way.
111. From Bandages to Botanicals: A Former Registered Nurse's Take on Organic Herbs and Herbalism.
Beth Israel Hospital of Boston, Harvard’s teaching hospital, was my daily reality for thirteen years. As a Registered Nurse, I worked for...
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May 18, 20244 min read
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110. What's the best way to take herbal remedies?
As a Clinical Herbalist and Former Registered Nurse, I've had many opportunities to ponder this question. We live in the 21st century and...
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May 4, 20243 min read
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109. Orangutan heals his wound with HERBS...
This Orangutang, in Indonesia, healed a facial wound with herbs. How did he know!!!???? Most likely from his mom. Orangutans are...
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May 3, 20241 min read
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108. Unraveling the Mysteries of Hair Loss: Can Herbal Remedies Revive Hair Growth?
Hair loss, a common concern for both men and women, can be a distressing experience. While there are various causes of hair loss,...
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Apr 4, 20244 min read
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107. Enhancing Mental Clarity: Herbal Support for Cognitive Wellness
Sharp cognitive function is crucial. Our ability to think clearly, focus, and remember is essential for thriving in this fast-paced...
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Mar 6, 20244 min read
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106. Exploring Natural Sleep Solutions: Herbal Medicinal Plants for Restful Nights
This is going to be a refresher for some but it was so popular, I'm sending it out again. Life often moves at a rapid pace and the...
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Feb 23, 20244 min read
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105. Breathing Easy: Herbal Solutions for Respiratory Health
Introduction In the urban landscape of New York City, where life's pace is electrifying, maintaining optimal respiratory health is...
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Jan 31, 20242 min read
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104. Herbal Mocktails for Dry January
What is Dry January? This trending health movement, born over a decade ago, empowers individuals to take a mindful break from alcohol for...
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Dec 30, 20234 min read
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103. Herbal Remedies for Hormonal Harmony: An Organic, Plant-Based, Natural Approach to Well-being.
Amidst the dynamic pulse of New York City, women often grapple with the challenges of hormonal imbalances, particularly during their...
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Dec 19, 20233 min read
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102. Ancient Symbolism and Rituals in Irish Celtic Mythology around The Winter Solstice.
In this post, I'd like to share some information about the upcoming Winter Solstice and how Ancient Ireland celebrated this day. The...
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Dec 18, 20233 min read
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102. DIGESTION
Herbal Solutions for Digestive Harmony: Exploring Nature's Plant-based Organic Remedies In New York City and other parts of the country,...
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Dec 12, 20233 min read
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101. Upcoming Exhibition
I'm happy to announce my participation in the exhibition "Beyond the Veil", curated by Audra Lambert of Ante Curatorial for Brooklyn Art...
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Dec 4, 20231 min read
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100. SLEEP
Exploring Natural, Plant-Based, Organic Sleep Solutions: Herbs for Restful Nights In New York City, where life often moves at a rapid...
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Nov 21, 20233 min read
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99. Unveiling the Medicinal Properties of Rose Hips: Nature's Hidden Treasure
Often overlooked as mere byproducts of the beautiful rose flower, rose hips, the bright red fruits that adorn rose bushes after the...
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Nov 11, 20232 min read
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98. ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION
Embracing the Healing Power of Herbal Medicinal Plants for Anxiety and Depression Relief In the fast-paced world we live in, anxiety and...
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Nov 2, 20233 min read
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97. Halloween? How about Samhain instead - the origin of Halloween. (This is a repost)
Samhain (So-wan) is the origin of Halloween and it was a tradition that began in Ireland. Of course, like all ancient traditions, it has...
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Oct 30, 20233 min read
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96. PAIN WITH SEX
Exploring Pain with Sex: Empowering Healing through Herbal Medicinal Plants Sexual intimacy is an essential aspect of human...
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Oct 28, 20233 min read
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95. Unleashing the Power of Medicinal Mushrooms: Nature's Gift to Holistic Wellness
In the realm of herbalism, few of nature's bounties have garnered as much attention and admiration as medicinal or functional mushrooms....
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Oct 18, 20234 min read
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94. The Microbiome and Your Health.
This is a repost from Dec 2018. There is so much new research that has found links between health issues like Parkinson's, ALS, etc that...
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Oct 12, 20239 min read
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