Herbal Wisdom + Earthly Delights
When we take the time to nurture our inner-ecosystem, we are reminded of the exquisite intimacy possible with ourselves. These luscious herbal suppositories are formulated to restore bacterial balance, soothe itching and irritation, increase moisture and
While soothing the symptoms of a yeast infection is simple enough, addressing the underlying imbalance that gave rise to it in the first place is essential. When our lives are out of balance, we often
Flower essences are simple to make and simple to use. They require very little plant material, yet they have the ability to shift our entire reality. They are the most gentle form of herbal medicine,
The Moon reveals what the Sun never could. The Moon shows us what is hidden, and the darker it gets, the brighter she glows. In a time when the truth can be hard
Pelvic steaming is a simple yet profound ritual that can easily be enjoyed at home. It is a practice that fortifies us not just physically, but spiritually and creatively. In my own life,
This daily immune tonic is as delicious as it is effective, and made with ingredients you likely have on hand! The Apple Delight is a remedy I have relied upon for years to
Take a long, slow, deep breath. Now close your eyes and take one more, letting it out with a sigh. Open your eyes and look around. Really see where you are right now. What sounds
Dreams are where we go to meet the divine. Herbs can help us find our way. We have all we need within us to access the power of our dreams. Plant medicines are not necessary for receiving
In Winter, our bodies ask for rest—gently at first and then with passionate longing. In the dark half of the year, we naturally crave sleep, warmth, and the regenerative gift of doing nothing. Our bodies
A N C E S T R A L N O U R I S H M E N T Acorns are the food of our ancestors. If you are of European, Asian, or
When I was nineteen, I moved to Boulder, Colorado. Many things amazed me about living on the front range—the majestic mountains and crystalline streams which flowed through the town, the hawthorns groves which wove themselves
In a wildly misguided attempt to protect corporate interests, a company called Shire City recently trademarked the traditional remedy Fire Cider, which in no way belonged to them. Trademarking fire cider is truly as ludicrous as attempting
Giant Puffballs have always delighted me. The first time I first saw one, gleaming and impossibly white, I was hiking through a low elevation meadow in the San Louis foothills of Colorado. I felt elated;
I’ve made a bold decision. I’m going to discontinue many of the most popular medicines I have been making and selling for years through La Abeja Herbs. I’ll be honest. I’m doing this, in part,
Summer is a time to let your mind wander, to allow daydreaming to take hold, and to drift into a kind of restorative boredom. Remember the kind of boredom that once gave rise to blanket
Yucca blossoms check all the boxes for me when it comes to wild edibles. They are abundant, widespread, and of course, delicious! Additionally, when harvested correctly, your meal won’t harm the plant one bit. There
This light, bright, and seriously relaxing herbal smoking blend is one of the first formulas I ever made and offered through La Abeja Herbs. As I recall the time I first enjoyed this blend, I
For years now I have been enchanted by the whimsical blooms of Wild Desert Chia (Salvia Columbariae) also known as Golden Chia, for the way the tiny seeds shimmer in the midday sun. In springtime,
For the true herb nerds out there, we’ve created an Herbal Actions Crossword puzzle. So find a pencil, make yourself a cup of tea, and get ready to brush up on those herbal terms! If you happen to get
A P H R O D I S I A a guide to herbs for lovemaking When lovemaking becomes a sacred practice, its potential for healing is truly limitless. Making sex sacred need not be
