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The LA Fires Have Been Contained, What Now?
Near the beginning of this year, I saw many calls for folks in LA to lean on herbal medicine as they navigate the public health crisis caused by the fires that began in January. As an herbalist with a public health focus, I appreciate the desire to turn to herbal remedies during times of crisis. However, I have some concerns with some of the guidance circulating online. While it’s heartening to see an interest in herbal medicine, I want to offer some clarifications and considerations that can ensure its safe and effective use. Learn more through my latest blog post.
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Supporting the Musculoskeletal System using Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine can offer the most support in healing chronic or degenerative experiences of the musculoskeletal system. But here’s a key point! The goal of herbal medicine applications for musculoskeletal support is not solely to relieve pain. Though of course that is a valuable part of any herbal protocol, what herbal medicine does best is solve what is at the root of the issue and lead the body back to a state of balance. There are several herbs that carry helpful properties known as herbal actions that help support the re-balancing of the musculoskeletal system. We’ll check out three of these together!
All About Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a type of fat. In small amounts, it is beneficial for our body’s function. It is one of the building blocks of our cellular membranes (Medical Herbalism, 300), it is needed in order to create hormones which help us remain in homeostasis, and is one of the essential ingredients of bile acids, which help us to digest foods. Cholesterol even helps us to resist illness.