Sara Beth
Menopause is a part of the natural progression of life for women and brings on various signs of change in the body as well as emotional changes due to fluctuations in hormone levels. While each woman experiences these changes differently, there are several herbs for menopause that can make the transition easier on the system. These herbs for menopause can not only help address the fluxes in hormone levels but can also be beneficial for the body as a whole. Take a look!
Two Herbs for Menopause
Red Clover helps some women maintain a symptom-free transition into menopause
Red Clover: The phytoestrogenic isoflavones in Red Clover provide mild estrogenic effects when the body’s own secretion of estrogen is insufficient. During menopause, when estrogen levels decline, Red Clover can be beneficial in maintaining a smooth, symptomless transition. Unlike synthetic hormone replacements, the isoflavones produce phytoestrogenic effects for the system only when needed and ensure a natural check-and-balance. [Read more →]
Tags:herbs for menopause·menopause
Sara Beth
Hanna’s remedies for digestion include spices, herbs, and foods that can be found in your own home. Whether it’s indigestion, gas, cramps, or even troubles properly breaking down and digesting food, Hanna has a remedy for that. Take a look below to see how the foods and herbs in your kitchen can be used as remedies for digestion from Hanna’s New Book on Healing [Read more →]
Tags:digestive·home remedy·home remedy for digestion
Sara Beth
Stress in our life does more than cause headaches and irritability. We all deal with the day-to-day stressors but if we don’t address them properly we may be doing more damage internally than we know. While we have focused on different aspects of heart health month with our recent posts, we wanted to take it further than foods for heart health or heart disease in women and bring in something we can all relate to: daily stress. Here are 5 easy ways to help deal with stress and keep your heart healthier. [Read more →]
Tags:Heart Health·stress·stress and heart health
Sara Beth
Today is Wear Red Day to raise awareness for heart disease in women. Heart disease was once believed to be a “man’s disease” yet more women die from it than men. Women may believe that their number one concern is breast cancer but statistics show that in fact it’s heart disease. Take a look below for some simple steps to help save a life.
Plain and Simple Changes to Protect Yourself from Heart Disease
Heart disease is a real threat to women's health.
Do you smoke? Stop. Aside from the health concerns with cancer, lung disorders, and pre-mature aging, smoking is a contributing factor to diseases of the heart. Stop again, and again, and again until you finally give it up for good. [Read more →]
Tags:heart disease·heart disease in women
Sara Beth
73 million Americans have high blood pressure, and 30% may be unaware of their condition. These are scary statistics. Aside from herbs, exercise, and keeping stress low, a healthy diet is important where matters of heart health are concerned. Take a moment to check out the “G’s” of foods that are beneficial for heart health!
Garlic for Heart Health
Garlic is an excellent food for heart health!
Would you believe that every bite of food containing garlic helps to offset the chronic damage from hypertension? Recent research shows that this could be true. Studies in Germany, Australia, Russia and the US have been focusing on the effectiveness of garlic to reduce blood pressure in men with mild and moderate arterial hypertension, and
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Tags:garlic for heart health·green tea for heart health·Heart Health
Sara Beth
February is full of pink and red valentines, chocolates for your sweet, and heart disease. We aren’t trying to rain on anyone’s parade but the fact of the matter is that more people pay attention to their heart health in February than any other month of the year. Because of publicity and marketing, February has become an important time for heart health and we’re pleased! Heart Disease is a killer among men and women and too often our hearts are ignored until a serious issue arises. To celebrate Heart Health Month, we’re going to offer several blog posts outlining different ways you can keep your heart healthy and happy; today’s post:
Foods for Heart Health
Black Beans—folate, antioxidants, magnesium, and fiber are packed into these small beans! Magnesium has been noted to lower blood pressure while fiber is beneficial to control both cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Take note however that canned black beans, though quick to include in a soup or salad, contain a high dose of sodium. Be sure to rinse the beans thoroughly before enjoying and maybe even consider purchasing a “low sodium” bean [Read more →]
Tags:foods for heart health·Heart·Heart Health
Sara Beth
Being a teenager isn’t easy; it’s an awkward time for everyone no matter how “good you have it.” Acne, hormonal changes, peer pressure, and cliques are only a sample of what the worries of the day may hold for a typical teen. Challenges with skin and acne are generally at the top of the list for concerns since all teens want to put their best face forward, whether their hormones agree with this or not. We’d like to share some simple guidelines for helping your pre-teen or teen keep their skin clear and healthy and treat their acne. [Read more →]
Tags:acne·teenage acne·treating teenage acne
Sara Beth
We love helping others and following the call of Hanna to do so. This blog post shares Katie’s favorites for healing relief through herbs for her kiddo. Read on to learn how herbs for kids are as useful as herbs for adults! Katie says:
Herbs can be a great ally for keeping your kids healthy and happy. Knowing what herbs are considered safe for kids and how to use them can help parents take control of their kid’s health. Using natural remedies can help to prevent some conditions and lessen the duration of others. [Read more →]
Tags:Herbs for·herbs for kids
Sara Beth
No woman likes dealing with a yeast infection so here’s an easy and effective home remedy you can remember and share with your friends to help them find relief as well.
Herbal Vinegar Bath
Home Remedy for Yeast Infections
Mint and other herbs combine in this home remedy for yeast infections
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (or one teaspoon dried)
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon (or one teaspoon dried)
1 tablespoon fresh mint (or one teaspoon dried)
1 ½ teaspoons fennel seeds [Read more →]
Tags:home remedy·home remedy for yeast infections·yeast infections
Sara Beth
Hanna believed in the abilities of our bodies to naturally heal when given the right amount of time and the proper tools, whether they be herbal, homeopathic, or hands-on treatments. In her book New Dimensions in Healing Yourself, she outlined how you can release anger from your body and help to keep your system happy. Our emotional state can play a role in our overall health from headaches to gastro-intestinal upsets. [Read more →]
Tags:anger·releasing anger
