Not many of us have come across lion’s mane mushrooms in our local food store, but this unusual-looking culinary mushroom may have some serious health benefits, especially when it comes to the brain. We learned about lion’s mane from our friends at Aether Apothecary who have created a tincture using this mushroom. (You can check…
Adaptogens seem to get all the limelight, so this post is all about nervines. Nervines are herbs that act directly upon the nervous system. Here are some signs that your nervous system may be taking strain: Feeling anxious or agitated; Not sleeping or not sleeping well; Difficulty concentrating or brain fog; Feeling exhausted constantly; Over-worrying…
The purpose of food is to provide us with energy so that we can function optimally throughout the day. Being on an energy yo-yo (up one minute and down the next) is no fun – and it’s bad for our health. Choosing the right foods to help us sustain our energy levels is first prize.…
Heartburn linked to anxiety, depression and sleeplessness? Is this a stretch of the imagination or actually true? What if I told you that heartburn isn’t about too much acid, but too little? I’ve just been listening to a series on gut-brain health where many medical practitioners spoke about the link between heartburn and mental/brain health.…
Why would anyone want to take a herb whose name means “the smell of a horse”? The best reason I can think of is to gain the power of a horse. And judging from the research into this powerful adaptogen, that just might happen! Ashwagandha contains so many healing compounds; its health benefits are astounding!…
Dr Brogna and his colleagues in Italy have published a new paper (one of a few recently). They’ve been looking into the fecal matter (yes, poop) of those who are infected with the virus and those who aren’t. Can the virus replicate in our bacteria? The researchers had previously seen a spontaneous replication of the…
