Author Archives: Heart of Wellness

Tips for Going Vegetarian

There’s Vegetarian. And there’s Vegan. Related, yet different. Both diets eliminate meat, fish, and poultry. [...]

Herbal Skin Salves

Before there was a pharmacy on every corner and a doctor at the other end [...]

Gentle, Effective Skin Healer: Calendula

Considered a first-aid all-star, Calendula (Calendula officinalis) bears the nickname “mother of the skin.” It’s been used [...]

The Power of Vitamin D

Vitamin D: not only is it powerful, it’s vital for good health. Although it’s called [...]

Calendula Salve

Using calendula flowers, you can make your own healing salve with this easy recipe. Beeswax [...]

Cherries on Top for Fighting Inflammation

Succulent cherries, both sweet and tart, provide wonderful health benefits. They contain the antioxidant vitamin [...]

When the Skin Erupts: Healing Eczema and Psoriasis

When those painful, itchy patches of eczema and psoriasis erupt, doctors of natural medicine ask, [...]

Cold Laser Therapy for Pain Management

Cold Laser (CL) is a non-invasive therapy that helps reduce joint or muscle pain and [...]

The Anti-inflammatory Power of Cat’s Claw

Native to the Amazon rainforest, Cat’s Claw (Uncaria tomentosa) gets its name from the inch-long hooked thorns [...]

Fight Joint Inflammation with Turmeric

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is the golden-orange spice that gives curried foods pizzazz. In Traditional Chinese and Indian [...]

Roasted Red Peppers Stuffed with Kale & Rice

Delight friends and family with this perfect summer picnic supper or lunch entree. The crimson [...]

The Red Bell of the Ball!

Crisp, sweet red bell peppers are versatile and packed with nutrients. They’re loaded with the [...]