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Try Lavender and Valerian to Reduce Fatigue

Feb 28, 2022

Aromatherapy with lavender essence and valerian root extract supplements can significantly reduce fatigue that hampers daily activities.

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A Weekend Warrior Survival Guide: Prevention, First-Aid and Recovery

Feb 28, 2022 ● By Marlaina Donato

Weekend warrior injuries can be serious, taking months and even surgery to be resolved. With prevention, simple exercises and minimal investment of time, most suffering can be avoided.

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Ann Armbrecht on the Business of Ethical Botanicals

Feb 28, 2022 ● By April Thompson

Writer and anthropologist Ann Armbrecht explores the relationship between humans and the planet, notably through her work with plants and plant medicine.

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Consider Basil to Fend Off Alzheimer’s

Dec 30, 2021

A natural compound called fenchol, found in basil and other plants, may help to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by preventing toxic proteins from accumulating in the brain.

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High Times for the Cannabis Industry: Emerging Trends with a COVID-19 Caveat

Dec 30, 2021 ● By Jim Motavalli

With growing legal acceptance of cannabis, marijuana dispensaries are commonplace, CBD is appearing in cocktails and dietary supplements, and hemp may become a popular construction material.

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Women’s Wellness Series Starts in January - Midwest Women’s Herbal Virtual Event

Nov 30, 2021

Midwest Women’s Herbal presents In Our Own Hands: Women’s Wellness Series, a unique virtual event, with workshops and a virtual talking stick ceremony and intention-setting for spring to stay grounded and connected to the Earth all winter long.

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David Crow on the Healing Power of Medicinal Plants

Oct 29, 2021 ● By Randy Kambic

David Crow, author of In Search of the Medicine Buddha and a foremost expert in botanical medicine and other natural health applications, shares the benefits of herbs and essential oils.

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Cannabis and Canines: How Cannabidiol Benefits Dogs

Sep 30, 2021 ● By Caroline Coile

What current research tells us regarding cannabidiol (CBD) use in dogs to treat conditions such as arthritis, itchiness, cancer, anxiety, aggressive tendencies, seizures and more.

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Hemp-Derived Cannabidiol: A Primer on the Latest Research

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Sandra Yeyati

The latest research on the proven health benefits of cannabidiol (CBD), the effects on anxiety and depression, how to get started, ways to administer and more.

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Try Rhodiola and Black Cohosh for Menopausal Symptoms

Oct 30, 2020

The herb black cohosh, long been used to relieve menopausal symptoms, is most effective when combined with rhodiola, an adaptogenic herb known for balancing stress hormones.

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Oak Wood Extract Can Lessen Post-Surgical Effects

Aug 31, 2020

Study finds oak wood extract can help with stress, energy, mood and the ability to perform physical tasks and participate in social activities in women recovering from hysterectomy surgery.

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Spice Up Health: Using Herbs for Flavor and Medicine

Aug 31, 2020 ● By April Thompson

Boost the nutritional value and flavors of your favorite food dishes by incorporating these tasty herbs and spices, packed full of healthy benefits to help digestion, immunity and more.

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CBD’s New Frontier: Help for Mental Health

Feb 28, 2020

CBD is known to help alleviate physical pain, but newer research shows its promising effectiveness as a remedy for mental health-related issues, including anxiety, depression and stress.

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Dustin Sulak on Cannabis as a Healing Therapy

Dec 27, 2018 ● By Amber Lanier Nagle

Medical marijuana offers therapeutic potential for people suffering from chronic pain, trauma and other conditions that defy standard medical care, says a pioneering Maine osteopath.

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