Greater Celandine (Chelidonium majus)

Greater Celandine (Chelidonium majus)

As a homeopathic remedy, Chelidonium has produced favorable results for treating liver disorders. It has also been used with health conditions such as indigestion, heartburn, IBS, gout, osteoarthritis, warts and other skin diseases. Greater Celandine is often prepared...
Amla: Indian Gooseberry (Emblica officinalis)

Amla: Indian Gooseberry (Emblica officinalis)

Gooseberry is abundant in vitamin-C, and contains B-vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and beta carotene. A powerful antioxidant, Amla helps prevent and repair damage caused to cells by free radicals. Two other compounds in Amla, flavones and anthocyanins are noted...
Kitchari: An Ayurvedic Healing Stew

Kitchari: An Ayurvedic Healing Stew

In Ayurvedic Medicine, kitchari is regarded for strengthening agni or ‘digestive fire,’ supporting metabolism, and cleansing the liver. When agni is strong, the body is better able to assimilate food, excrete waste and protect against imbalances that can...
Say No! to GMO Foods!

Say No! to GMO Foods!

  Look for the non-GMO Project logo. This third-party verification means the food has been tested for GMOs. Look for the colorful butterfly and plant logo on the label. Check for a grocery chain’s organic line. Some grocers, like Whole Foods have their own...
GMOs in Your Food: The Facts You Need to Know

GMOs in Your Food: The Facts You Need to Know

What does all of this really mean? Is there a real threat to health? Won’t GM crops help us feed a planet with dwindling resources? It’s easy to get confused by arguments from both sides of the proverbial fence. We hope our basic, 5-point primer on GM...