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Herbalism

Herbal medicine is the study of plants and natural sources as medicine. Plants have been the basis for medical treatments through much of human history, and such traditional medicine is still widely practiced today

Why Do Humans Menstruate?

Menstruation is often treated like an inconvenience. But in evolutionary terms, it’s rare and remarkable. Out of thousands of mammal species, only a handful—including humans—menstruate. Most others reabsorb their uterine lining if no pregna

Innovation and Ritual: An Interview with Peter Barsoom

Meet Peter Barsoom, the visionary founder and CEO of 1906: where cannabis meets intention, elegance, and modern wellness. With nearly two decades of experience at financial giants like American Express, Peter left Wall Street in 2015 to for

How To Remove Aluminum From The Body

How to detox aluminum from the body naturally

Psychedelic Renaissance: The History and Rebirth of Psilocybin Mushrooms

Scientifically speaking, psilocybin mushrooms are a polyphyletic or informal group of fungi that contain a psychoactive compound called psilocybin. When consumed, this mind-altering substance eventually turns into psilocin. Over 180 species

Magnolia Essential Oil Fights Bacteria and Oxidative Stress

For centuries, magnolia flower buds have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to ease headaches, relieve sinus congestion and resolve early symptoms of colds and respiratory infections. But today, that same plant is getting attention f

Summer Detox Herbs

Summer’s heat can leave our lymphatic system feeling sluggish and overwhelmed. While our bodies work overtime to stay cool and process increased environmental toxins, our lymph system (a vital network of vessels and nodes responsible for cl

How to be Alone with Yourself

The world is connected with cell phones, email chains, and everything else that may live within the glass and plastic walls of our electronic devices. It is important not to villainize the technology which has offered us many avenues of com

Weekly Health Quiz: Mosquito Bites, Plant-Based Meats, and Circadian Syndrome (CircS)

1 What’s a safe and simple way you can try to reduce mosquito bites, even if scientific evidence is limited? Drinking herbal tea daily Applying lavender lotion Eating citrus fruits regularly Taking vitamin B1 supplements Many people report

Modern Studies Support the Benefits of This Ancient Herb

Long before conventional medical practices existed, people turned to herbal remedies to cure their health problems. In India, there's one highly revered herb that's considered a go-to remedy for nearly every medical problem, including cough

Mushrooms and Empathy: How to Connect with Others

The human experience is defined by the myriad of emotions and sensations we feel, and empathy is perhaps one of the most vital among them. As we go about our lives, we encounter a diverse array of people from different walks of life with va

Saw Palmetto: The Hormone Helping Herb

Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) is a wonderful herb used globally as medicine. Though modern day herbal repertories typically recommend Saw Palmetto primarily for prostate issues, this berry has many, varied applications. It’s a nurturing fri

The Decline of Health — What Went Wrong with Modern Living?

What’s the most effective way to strengthen your immune system’s cancer-fighting cells? Take a daily multivitamin to support T-cell function Include whole foods like leafy greens and berries in your diet Including whole foods like leafy gr

6 Ways To Partake In An Ethical Spring Harvest

Knowing how to partake in an ethical harvest will be crucial to you as a steward of the land. The spring sun is waking the plants from their seed, and we are growing eager to forage. Though there are a few considerations before we begin fro

Mood Boosting Mucuna Rose Matcha

Did you know that a key way to boost your immune system is through your MOOD? Scientific studies show that psychological well-being directly increase the body’s immune response. Downward moods can be hard to beat on your own, so we can call