The Syndrome of Never Well Since... Understanding the concept of "Never Well Since" as a pharmacist was not fully appreciated until I studied naturopathic medicine and it became a valuable therapeutic tool in understanding and treating a variety of conditions experienced by my patients. Most doctor's are well aware that various life events have [...]
Sweet Potato and Cashew Pasta on Spinach Craving carbs at change of season is not unusual... Have a treat! Use rice spiral pasta - I prefer bulk vs packaged rice pasta as there seems to be a taste difference! Make this a hot salad - veg and pasta served warm on cold raw spinach [...]
Eggs - The Symbol of Feminine Creative Power Enjoy a twist on classic devilled eggs. A wee bit finicky so during the preparation process enjoy with mindful awareness the power of feminine nature present to produce such a gift. 6 large eggs 1 (16-ounce) can or jar pickled beets 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1 [...]
Mother Nature Always Wins This mother’s day weekend is a beautiful time to acknowledge all the mothers, grandmothers, aunts, sisters and the feminine traits in all things – in women, men, plants, animals and the natural forces. To nurture and sustain – Mother Nature is a personified form of a creative controlling force respected [...]
Dandelion Salad My friends on the farm were discussing the bitter taste of greens for spring cleansing the liver, the attitude and digestive tract. Pesticide free dandelion greens (if you are collecting your own - not by the road side!), arugula, parsley, and dilute with regular lettuces if you wish. Garnish with green onion, [...]
Spring has Sprung ! And have you? Struggling with cleaning out the mental dust bunnies? Does your mind take you down a very deep rabbit hole? Currently 90% of visits to medical offices are due to symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression related symptoms. This past year has been a mammoth phase of mindset [...]
My Mom’s Healing Turkey Soup Turkey remnants – bones, shredded meat, leftover drippings Cover with cold water by 1” to create the soup base or stock Quality salt, pepper, garlic cloves grated Parsley – half fresh bunch 4 – 6 celery stalks plus leaves 2-3 large onions well chopped tsp dried thyme 1-2 bay [...]
Holiday Heartburn Too much of a good thing? How can that be possible? First of all and not the last... Silent heartburn is heartburn. Defined as other symptoms but lacking the regurgitation sensation. If you have regurgitation happening your heart burn is over 10/10!! Heartburn is not an H2 blocker deficiency, examples of these [...]
Honoring the Ancestors - Hungarian Goulash 2 ½ pounds of stewing beef chunk cubed 3 tbsp olive oil 3 large onions minimum sliced 4 roma tomatoes diced ½ tsp celtic or Redmond salt 1/2 tsp – 1 tsp black pepper 3 tbsp of sweet or hot paprika 5 cloves of garlic minced or grated [...]
Rest, Sleep and Hibernation Essential tonics for our minds and bodies. Sometimes I wonder if the smarter animals hibernate! Not to escape but to conserve and prepare for a time of renewal – which assuredly will happen. Spring always follows Winter! IKEA markets their “Bedroom Wear and Decor" by acknowledging [...]
