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Herbs for Pregnancy: What you need to know

Herbs for Pregnancy: What you need to know

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. We receive quite a few inquiries about the safety of using herbs while pregnant or breastfeeding. If you're an expectant mother interested in using herbs during or after your pregnancy, this week’s article is for you.

Goldenseal: A Native Powerhouse

Goldenseal: A Native Powerhouse

If you received our email yesterday, we shared a few of the many benefits of goldenseal. All of the herbs and herbal preparations in our store are potent. Each one has its own unique healing qualities. Goldenseal is no exception! In fact, its wellness properties have been utilized for centuries and hold incredible value in today’s current pandemic state.

Going Dairy-Free for Allergy Relief

Going Dairy-Free for Allergy Relief

When you think of food allergies, you most commonly think of nuts, gluten, or eggs. Dairy isn’t what typically makes headlines. However, milk is swiftly overtaking nuts as the top food allergy. In fact, over 50% of US children under the age of 5 suffer from an allergy to cow’s milk and it is known to be the most leading cause of death to school-age children in the UK. Going dairy-free may sound like a challenge, but is a life-saving decision. In today’s article we’ll cover why consuming cow’s milk is a problem, and how you can make the switch easily.

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It's Spring: Time to Cleanse Your Liver!

It's Spring: Time to Cleanse Your Liver!

Spring is the most optimal time to detox the liver. If you are thinking of doing so right now, there are a few things you must know to improve your liver this season, and thus, your health.

The Allergy-Digestion Connection

The Allergy-Digestion Connection

Did you know that allergies are the 6th most common chronic illness in the US? Over 50 million Americans suffer from various allergies, with the elderly and Black Americans experiencing the most deadly reactions. Before accepting this condition as an inevitable part of being human, take a close look at your digestion.

Three Misconceptions About Taking Herbs

Three Misconceptions About Taking Herbs

With many people now opting to improve their immune system with plant-based foods and supplements over vaccines, there is a misconception that taking more herbs at once is better. In fact, doing so can hinder improvements. As more people seek out herbal solutions, it is a good time to address the most common misconceptions about taking herbs and offer guidance on their proper consumption.

Vaccinations: Know Your Options

Vaccinations: Know Your Options

At the end of 2020, the Covid vaccine was released and began to be administered in the US. Currently, approximately 12% of the US population has been vaccinated a little...

Medicinal Mushrooms: Your Questions Answered

Medicinal Mushrooms: Your Questions Answered

Last week, we sent an email to our subscribers about using mushrooms to reduce depression (Lion’s mane to be exact.). We received so many questions about the use of medicinal mushrooms, it was fitting to write a more detailed article on it.

5 Must-Have Supplements for Depression

5 Must-Have Supplements for Depression

Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the world. Over 264 million people suffer from depression. In the US alone, the number of people struggling with depression tripled during the COVID-19 pandemic. Without a definitive end in sight, more people are trying to find ways to stay safe and cope with these symptoms. Thankfully, depression is treatable and you do have options!

Anxiety: Can Herbs Help?

Anxiety: Can Herbs Help?

Many pharmaceuticals manufactured to treat anxiety come with a list of unwanted side effects, leading some to ask if there is a safer alternative available. Thankfully, many herbs can support a calm mind and body.

Unsung Black Herbalists Pt. 4: Kwame Vaughn

Unsung Black Herbalists Pt. 4: Kwame Vaughn

In his debut book The Divine Fiat: Black Excellence in Herbalism, House of Imhotep’s founder Kwame Vaughn gives honor to those who have inspired and fueled his fascination with herbal medicine. Today, he combines new and centuries-old traditions to health in a unique blend that is relevant today.

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Unsung Black Herbalists Pt. 3: Emma Dupree

Unsung Black Herbalists Pt. 3: Emma Dupree

We live in a time where being prescribed a synthetic pill is commonplace and using herbs is a secondary solution. Master herbalists, like Emma Dupree, knew better. She was a genius when it came to natural wellness and her connection to all this earth provided us was nothing short of inspirational.

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