Holistic Health

This is my first video! So, bear with me as I am still learning and don't want to plunk down a big chunk of money for audio/ visual equipment just yet. I am demonstrating, quickly and fully-clothed (Ha!) the benefits and technique for dry brushing. Best done right before a shower or bath on completely dry skin. So, not immediately after working out. A brush with natural fibers is the gold standard and not terribly expensive at $10-20. Begin at your feet and brush upwards, a b

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, "Wildfires are unplanned fires that occur in wildlands such as forest, rangelands or grasslands. These extreme events are common in the Western U.S., usually occurring in summer and fall. Wildfire season is defined by the dates of the first large fire and the last large fire control. Since the 1970s, the wildfire season in western states has extended from 5 months to over 7 months in length." There are ways to mitigate your exp

Growing your own herbs is very rewarding. They typically don't take up much space so even people who live in apartments can give it a try. Start with an easy-to-grow herb like basil or lemon balm. Both are great options to start from seeds. Be sure to buy the best quality seeds you can afford. Non-GMO heirloom seeds are the gold standard. And once you've successfully grown your own, you can save seeds from your plants every year! There are at least 32 known varieties of basil