Folklore Greeks and Romans crowned themselves with Peppermint at their feasts and adorned their tables with its sprays. Their cooks flavored both the sauces and the wines with its essence. History reveals that two main species of mint were used by past Greek physicians. Mint piperita was popularly cultivated and used by the Egyptians. Physical Attributes & Grow-Care The mint family is a creeping perennial. Mint prefers full sun with light shade, in moist poorly drained soil.

Feeling down, stuck, overwhelmed? Stressful times call for Aromatherapy! This is a botanical therapy that is simple, quick, and smells wonderful! Truly, the health properties of essential oils are beautiful, natural powers from the earth. Their chemical constituents can literally affect your senses, and the way your body functions. These concentrated forms of roots, herbs, fruits, flowers, resins not only hold aroma benefits but also antimicrobial, antibacterial, antiviral

I believe it's safe to say most of us know it is not wise planning to lean on pharmaceuticals, such as antibiotics and antiviral medications for every ill. Though sometimes necessary, there are other means to warding off unwelcome bacteria and viruses. With the current scare of the flu and coronavirus (COVID-19), it would benefit not only our body's constitution but our peace of mind to take extra care of our well being in this concerning season. Below are lists of natural

I've decided to do a few quicker-shorter posts each month in 2020, for those of you that do not have the time and/or patience to read my long-winded blog posts :-) This one is a quick post with a few easy oil blend recipes for my awesome readers that are interested in creating your own massage, therapeutic oil blends. FYI: Before applying oils topically or internally, be sure the oils are: -Essential and Therapeutic -Pure and Natural -Always dilute by using a carrier oil such

If you are personally familiar with vertigo, you know it is not a welcomed presence. I will share with you a handful of ways I have been able to help ease vertigo in my clients. Please realize, I am not claiming to have cured anyone of vertigo. It seems to be a sneaky condition that can go away and return unexpectedly and unannounced. I am simply sharing some methods that have brought relief to the symptoms of vertigo. First, we need to cover the basics of what vertigo is

Hi there. Happy, healthy new year to you! I am sure you've heard or read the term very recently, "A new year, a new you!" I think it's safe to say we can all agree to having at least one area in our health that could use some renewing! Chronic pain is something I see every week in my clients. I hate to see people in physical pain. That is one of the reasons I love what I do- offering people therapeutic bodywork paired with other natural, safe methods of self-care to bring

I broke my foot last weekend. It's a sad story, with the basis of it all being the loss of our precious family dog. He was struck by a potato truck. In the process of me helping to calm, comfort, and carry him to the truck to rush him to the vet, my foot went into a divot. As I turned, my foot snapped, and I fell to the ground. Result: Not only a heart-breaking event but bone-breaking as well. A full fracture of metatarsal 5, ankle bone avulsion, and torn ligaments. T

Cedar, nutmeg, cloves, pine, cinnamon, oh my! The scrumptious smells of Christmas! If you are a sensory person (one who is very keen and aware of all five senses), then likely you are super sensitive to smells. If perfumes provide you with a mean headache-like they do me, you may have good luck with trying 100% pure essential oil-infused options. I use essential oils every day and have for over 20 years- they've proven their therapeutic value to me. So, instead of buying a

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is known as "The Silent Killer". Reason being, many people are not aware they have high blood pressure, and then suddenly, a massive heart attack results. Average, healthy blood pressure is 120/80 or less. There are two numbers involved in a blood pressure reading: * Systolic -The top number, measures blood pushing out of the heart, causing pressure on arterial walls. * Diastolic- The bottom number, measures blood flowing toward the heart,

I've had many questions backed with a sincere desire to learn how to care for one's chronic pain & inflammation. Trust me when I say, I share your concern, my friends. I too have sought out relief for inflammation, from a fractured sacral plate to persistent pressure-pain in my neck and inner ears that can lead me to tears. As a therapeutic bodyworker, it is my passion to give my best effort in assisting people in pain relief and relaxation. Do I have all the answers? Tha

Let's talk essential oils. As a Therapeutic Bodyworker, I use these powerful substances daily. I have seen the healing power in just a few drops of pure oil application. One of my favorite examples, minor as it may be, is with bites and stings. Getting stung by bees and hornets, and bit by mosquitos and horse flies is a common thing in our neck of the woods. My choice of first aid? Spikenard Lavender essential oil. It draws the sting and itch out within 30 seconds. Mirac

Hey friends! Most of us over 40 years of age have some aches and pains from time to time. I myself have a lingering injury from my school days of a fractured sacral plate. NOT fun! If I do a new workout, venture a lengthy hike, or do any floor-work (like Pilates where I sit on my butt to perform an exercise)- I ache! Oh, and wooden chairs are murder to sit in for more than 10 minutes! In this post, I am sharing with you what I do to maintain my flexibility, along with c

It is a glorious autumn day outside, filled with crisp inspiration. I turned 40 years old this month and I feel invigorated for this stretch of my path. Though my Mother has declared me an 'old soul' since my childhood, I am now starting to see hints of that in my physical & spiritual being. I am so grateful for this life... and I want to live it with radiance and wise stewardship (care) of my body, soul & spirit! I plan to share those lovely things with you in this blog!