Genus of vascular plants in the family Equisetaceae
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2 episodes with horsetail
2 episodes with horsetail
2 episodes with horsetail
2 episodes with horsetail
In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Peggy Singlemann, host of Virginia Home Grown, all about spring pruning tips. The plant profile is on Horsetail and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Great Plant Swap Mishap by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 228: Reducing Runoff with Rain Gardenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-228-reducing.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 184: Spring Garden Prephttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-183-spring.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 151: Clematishttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-151-clematis.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 142: Hydrangea Care and Pruninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-142-hydrangea.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 93: Pruning Tipshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-93-pruning-tips.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support.Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 4-8-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzShow Notes: Skylar DrewMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-5-2025.
In this episode, I explore horsetail, a fascinating living fossil that's remained virtually unchanged for 300 million years, and its remarkable silica content.I share why proper preparation methods matter for extracting horsetail's full mineral benefits, going beyond quick steeping to unlock its medicinal potential through infusions and vinegar preparations.I dive into silica as the literal building block of structure in our bodies—essential for collagen production, skin elasticity, and bone strength. Did you know horsetail contains 5-8% bioavailable silica by dry weight? I'll explain why this ancient plant delivers silica in a form our bodies recognize and utilize better than synthetic supplements.I cover emerging research on silica's role in aluminum detoxification and share how horsetail's jointed structure perfectly mirrors its action in our body's structural systems.You'll learn five key physiological benefits of incorporating horsetail during spring transitions: supporting detoxification, strengthening connective tissue, enhancing bone health, improving skin integrity, and supporting kidney health. I'll also explore how silica works synergistically with other minerals like calcium, magnesium, iron, and zinc.By the end, I introduce my "Mineral Foundations" mini-course, which combines functional nutrition with ancestral wisdom to reconnect you with essential mineral building blocks. This foundational approach works with or without specialized testing, creating the solid base needed before pursuing advanced health strategies.Whether you're seeking personal health improvements or you're a practitioner looking to strengthen your mineral knowledge, today's episode offers critical insights into reclaiming our birthright to vitality in a modern world that has forgotten these elemental foundations. Mineral Foundations Course HERE Learn more about how you can I can work together HERE Book an initial health session HERE Join my newsletter HERE If you are interested in becoming a client and have questions, reach out by emailing me: connect@lydiajoy.me Find me on Instagram : @ Lydiajoy.me OR @ holisticmineralbalancing
Great friend of the show and upcoming instructor of the Autumn Natural Farming Immersive- OKCalyxx is back on the show! Today he is here to discuss all the happenings on regenerative plot of land, and share some great natural farming advice with us! OKC opens the show by opening up about the tremendous impact that plant medicines have had on his life and his mental health. This leads to a conversation about natural systems, and how engaging in them can bring you peace and health. Calyxx focuses in on some of his recent ferment work, and discusses in depth his use of horsetail FPE. He also updates on his now years old manure extract, and how these natural inputs are making an impact on his garden. OKCalyxx wraps the show by updating us on his outdoor grow- where he has some 8 foot plants growing- and leaves us with some advice on how to grow some BIG plants successfully. GrowCast Membership Weekly Live Streams - Personal Garden Advice- 100s of HOURS of Bonus Content - MEMBERS ONLY DISCOUNTS! Join the greatest community in cannabis! GrowCast Seed Co VAULTED PACKS ARE UP! Members get $20 off PER PACK!
It's part 2 of this, and then I swear, we're finished and you can go back to just suspecting how pretentious we are rather than having the receipts. We know Feb 14 can be a bit rough for some, so we wanted to give you the subtle sounds of barfing fairies to help you get through the day. Just know, we love your goofy, kooky self ALL days of the year. You've been listening to: David S Dear as Dr. Theo Bromae Kevin Hall as Greg Sarah Golding as Mrs Sheffield Eric Perry as Dr. von Haber Zetzer Shannon Perry as Olivia Chrisi Talyn Saje as Julie Tim Sherburn as Colin Sarah Rhea Warner as Pipistrelle Bonnie Brantley as Duckweed, Wooly Sedge, Horsetail, and Cattail. Kyle Jones is your Narrator 2, And Chris Nadolny Gourley is your Narrator. Our music was composed and performed by John Faley, and our artwork is by Lucas Elliott. The glorious madrigal music you hear at the beginning was created by John Faley and performed by John Faley, Tanya Faley, and Emily Faley. Sarah Golding is our dialogue editor, and Shannon Perry is our sound designer. Oz 9 is written by Shannon Perry. Who will deny it if asked. The trailer is for a show we love and that is written, produced, and stars our own Julie: Chrisi Talyn Saje. You'll find Madison On The Air wherever you listen to podcasts. Oz 9 is a proud member of the Fable and Folly Network. Be sure to check out our awesome podcast siblings at fableandfolly.com. We'll see you next time, Space Monkeys. Keep your eyes on the stars, and if you see Cupid, seriously, tell him to adjust his sash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As Narrator 2 says in this episode, "English majors must perforce English maj," so here's the episode you've all been dreading: the Fakespeare. Come on, stop whining, you knew it was coming. If you're not familiar with A Midsummer Night's Dream, well, there are lots of really excellent versions out there. We prefer you NOT listen to those, however, as that's going to make this seem even more torturous than being read Vogon poetry before being shot out into space. That said, it was fun to write and fun to do, so ... get over it. Also, the second half should show up on Feb. 14, a day some folks seem to think is special. Thou hast been listening to... David S Dear as Dr. Theo Bromae Kevin Hall as Greg Sarah Golding as Mrs Sheffield Eric Perry as Dr. von Haber Zetzer Shannon Perry as Olivia Chrisi Talyn Saje as Julie Tim Sherburn as Colin Sarah Rhea Warner as Pipistrelle Bonnie Brantley as Duckweed, Wooly Sedge, Horsetail, and Cattail. Kyle Jones is your Narrator 2, And Chris Nadolny Gourley is your Narrator. Our music was writ by John Faley, and our artwork from the fevered brow of Lucas Elliott. Sarah Golding our dialogue did edit, and Shannon Perry our sound design'ed. Lamentably, our story of Oz 9, much like the alien of old, did explode from the head of Shannon Perry and wreaketh much havoc upon a space ship. Check out more nonsense at https://oz-9.com. Know you now that Oz 9 doth hang about with many a rascally and ill-reputed tale amidst the Fable and Folly Network; go thee hence to fableandfolly.com and there beguile your idle hours with true delights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode, you will learn about the first vascular plants on this Earth, the Ferns. You will learn: 1. What makes ferns special and unique. 2. You will learn fern botany, distribution, and a little about the diversity of ferns across the globe. 3. The medicinal properties and uses of ferns. 4. How I work with the fern ally Equisetum, Horsetail. 5. Why you should learn and connect with medicinal ferns and fern allies. Ferns are my absolute favorite group of plants to learn and connect with, you don't want to miss this episode! Share with a friend! If you want to learn more about ferns, check out our favorite course Medical Botany 1 Stay Wild! With Love and Gratitude, April Punslan
In this episode, I discuss my new cookbook which is all about foraging and cooking wild spring edible plants. I give you my recipe for beef and amaranth seed soup and we discuss Equisetum, horsetail or shavebrush, which is a remarkable herb that one should never be without. Read about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54New today in my Woodcraft shop:https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/cheese-or-charcuterie-board-set-1Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog:https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons:https://rumble.com/c/c-618325
#46 - Join us for an amazing conversation with Clinical Herbalist & Teacher Sam Coffman on how incorporating multiple paradigms in clinical herbalism can support an effective and truly integrative approach to health. In this episode, Sam shares first-hand experiences on working with the healing power of herbs in Echinacea, Comfrey, Horsetail, Prickly Pear, and others in wilderness medicine, wilderness first aid situations, and complex clinical cases. He also offers deep wisdom on how his journey in many different realms of life including clinical herbalism, martial arts, the Special Forces, linguistics, philosophy, music, western medicine, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has shaped his relationship with the Earth. Sam Coffman (MSAOM, RH[AHG]) began his medical education in the Army as a Special Forces Medic (aka Green Beret medic) in 1989. Over the years that followed, he looked toward herbalism as a way to provide sustainable health care in remote and post-disaster regions for chronic, acute and physical trauma care. Over the following three decades, Sam's primary goal has become the creation of an integrative medical model that embraces vitalistic, TCM and western medical approaches to herbalism into a collaboration with western orthodox models of diagnosis and treatment for acute and chronic health care conditions. Sam has taught herbalism for over 30 years and has worked as a clinical herbalist for over 15 years. He founded and runs Herbal Medics Academy (AKA The Human Path), which offers four primary programs - Clinical Herbalism, Austere Medicine, Advanced Medicine Making, and Family Herbalism. You can find Sam at https://herbalmedics.academy and https://herbalfirstaidgear.com On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herbalmedicsam/ and https://www.instagram.com/thehumanpath/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ahgherbalmedic On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHumanPath Herbal Medic book: https://herbalfirstaidgear.com/product/the-herbal-medic-book/For more info visit Sara's website at: https://www.multidimensionalnature.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/multidimensional.nature/facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saraartemisia.ms/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@saraartemisiaLearn how to communicate with plant consciousness in the free workshop on How to Learn Plant Language: https://www.learnplantlanguage.com/
It's native and hard to get rid of...native horsetail. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn.. ext.umn.edu
To download the transcript CLICK HERE This is Part 2 with wine writer and speaker Christina Rasmussen and we are discussing planting your own vineyard and the decisions that you can make. Christina has planted her very own vineyard in England. So, we will talk about the soils, choosing massal selection over clonal selection, diseases and viruses and vines, grafting your own vines onto rootstocks, grape varieties such as Mondeuse and Pineau d'Aunis, trellising on stakes, high density planting, and so much more. And Christina will be explaining all her reasons for why she has made her decisions, which I just found fascinating, and I hope you do too. If you want to skip ahead: 1.39: Why Christina planted her vineyard in Oxfordshire, England 3.49: Why plant Massal Selection rather than Clonal Selection? 7.53: Hand grafting V mechanical grafting 10.54: Planting Savagnin grape 11.21: Planting Gamay and Trousseau grape 12.20: Pineau d'Aunis grape variety 13.41: Mondeuse grape variety 15.19: Planting each vines on their own stake 18.58: Planting high density 20.58: Using natural treatments on the soil such as Horsetail ferments and avoiding sprays 23.19: The experience of physically planting each vine in a vineyard 26.35: What Christina has learnt about planting a vineyard 28.35: Inspirational wine friends who have helped Christina on her journey MENTIONED ON EPISODE: THE ARTICLE DISCUSSING VINE MATERIAL AND VIRUS: https://cloud.3dissue.net/28174/28154/35592/89737/index.html?12518 And if the podcast isn't enough.... Fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat or on email: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Until next time, Cheers to you!
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Grandpa Bill continues talking about The Complete Guide to Natural PlantBased MedicinesMushrooms-ORGANIC FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS ARE GREAT FOR YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM! Unlike regular mushrooms, functional mushrooms offer health benefits beyond basic nutrition. These mushrooms are naturally rich in biologically active compounds, such as polysaccharides and beta-glucans, which are highly beneficial for supporting a healthy immune system. They are also loaded with vitamin D, antioxidant polyphenols and other immune-supporting nutrients. The Health Ranger Store recognizes the benefits of functional mushrooms, which is why we've gone to great lengths to find and combine seven of the most potent functional mushrooms and offer them to you in a convenient capsule and powder form. Our Health Ranger Select Seven Treasures Mushroom Capsules and Powder are made with some of the world's cleanest, lab-verified mushroom powders, including organic shiitake, maitake, cordyceps, reishi, turkey tail, lion's mane and chaga mushroom powders. Our premium mushroom capsules and powder are also vegan, non-GMO, certified Kosher and meticulously lab tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology. Earth and Sea Greens with SBOs CONTAIN KENNEL KELP TOO!!!!Green Superfoods Contains natural seeds & fibers which recondition the bowels & supports probiotic development. Rich in chlorella, spirulina, blue green algae & many other potent nutritive. Provides a complete spectrum of nature's finest chlorophyll based foods. No vegetables have been added to this blend to insure the most concentrated nutritional profile possible. Green Superfoods-Ingredients: Nettle Leaf, Yacon, Alfalfa, Borage Leaf, Moringa Oleifera, Jiao Gu Lan, Mushroom Blend (Chaga, Cordyceps, Lion's Mane, Maitake, Reishi, Agarikon, Turkey Tail), Ashwagandha, Codonopsis, Eleuthero Root, Fennel, Hyssop, Parsley Root, Peppermint, Shatavari, White Oak Bark, Bringraj, Cilantro, Guduchi, Hawthorn Berry, Milk Thistle Seed Powder, Nettle Root, Nettle Seed Powder, Oatstraw, Orange Peel, Suma Root, Brahmi, Dulse, Humic & Fulvic Earth with SBOs, Licorice Root, Parsley Leaf, Spirulina, Wood Betony, Ancient Plant Minerals, Baobab, Blue Green Algae, Devil's Club, Horsetail, Marshmallow Root, Plantain Leaf, Rose Hips, Sacred Clay, Vitallite, Birch Bark, Coriander, Dill, Elderberry, Ginger, Kelp, Rehmannia with Kudzu (4:1), Stevia Green Leaf, Triphala (Amalaki, Bibitaki, Haritaki), Black Walnut Hull, Cardamon, Laminaria Juice, Ormalite Recommended Low Level Use: For general maintenance, thoroughly mix 1 level tablespoon with 8-12 ounces of water, 2 times per day. In capsule form, take 12 capsules with liquid 2 times per day. Can be combined with your desired amount of Fiber Blend, Fire or other herbal/mineral formulas and added to 8 oz of water, juice. smoothie, or cold/hot tea. Consume as a meal additive or meal replacement to increase energy, nourishment & body alkalinity. Recommended High Level Use: To realize the greater health benefits of Earth & Sea Greens with SBOs, amount can be increased to 1 tablespoon (12 capsules) 3 or more times per day, consumed with water, veggie juice, smoothie or cold/hot tea --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bhsales/message
After a week off (thanks, Texas, for another ice-pocalypse), the witches are back and talking about a variety of guardians! Shannon talks about Horsetail, which has been around for 200 million years, and literally was around with dinosaurs. She also talks about Heimdall. Nick is covering the Yeti, which is a VERY fun convo. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They're always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also email them at wandsandfrondspod@gmail.com. If you've wanted to see the video podcast recordings, you're in luck! Since the Patreon is on hiatus, check out the youtube channel for never before released episodes, and live video recordings of the last 30+ episodes!
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One plant that really stands out in September, when other plants are dying back, is the horsetail. These structurally stunning ‘living fossils' have been around for more than 100 million years, and now live quite happily in hedge banks and woodlands.
One plant that really stands out in September, when other plants are dying back, is the horsetail. These structurally stunning ‘living fossils' have been around for more than 100 million years, and now live quite happily in hedge banks and woodlands.
In episode 106 of Master My Garden podcast I chat with Laura Darcy from Yarrow Lane herbs. We chat about lots of herbal remedies from plants that you can find in your garden or local hedgerows. There are so many possibilities and beneficial plants that we chat about from Dandelion to Hawthorn and would you believe the enemy of many gardeners Horsetail. Its a fascinating chat and one which opening my eyes to some everyday plants which can be beneficial to us all. You can find Laura on her website:https://yarrowlane.ieInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/yarrowlaneherbs/?hl=enFacebook:https://m.facebook.com/yarrowlaneherbs/Did you know you can now support the podcast on "Buy me a coffee" you can support the podcast on a one off or monthly member basis here all support greatly appreciated https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MastermygardenThere will be a blog post on this episode very soon on my website. This blog and previous blogs along with all podcast episodes are be available on my Website :https://mastermygarden.com/If there is any topic you would like covered in future episodes please let me know. Please like and follow Master My Garden on the following channels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mastermygarden/Instagram @Mastermygarden https://www.instagram.com/mastermygarden/Twitter:https://twitter.com/tweetsbyMMGor email info@mastermygarden.comUntil the next time Happy GardeningJohn Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Mastermygarden)
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How can the "simple" called Horsetail improve your life? Should you grow it yourself? It's all about Horsetail in this episode of Natural Health Dialogue.
We have Dr. Mark Thorne on the podcast today to discuss smooth scouringrush. TRANSCRIPTION: https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/wsu-wheat-beat-episode-112/ RESOURCES MENTIONED: Smooth Scouringrush Research https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/smooth-scouringrush-research/ Rush Skeletonweed: https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/weed-resources/common-weed-list/rush-skeletonweed/ Italian Ryegrass: https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/weed-resources/common-weed-list/italian-ryegrass/ Horsetail: https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/weed-resources/common-weed-list/horsetail/ Russian-thistle: https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/weed-resources/common-weed-list/russian-thistle/ Weed Control Reports: https://smallgrains.wsu.edu/weed-resources/weed-publications/weed-control-reports/ Wheat Life Article in March 2021 by Drew Lyon titled, "Dinosaurs Ate It; Farmers Fight It" page 53 (pdf) https://wheatlife.org/Issues/03_WL_Mar21web.pdf Biology and Management of Smooth Scouringrush in Wheat Video by Drew Lyon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kd_L-jWi_0 CONTACT INFORMATION: For questions or comments, contact Mark via email at mthorne@wsu.edu.
Five of cups! Let's go on a journey together and expand our view of herbs with The Herbal Tarot by Michael Tierra. You can purchase the deck & book together: planetherbs.com/shop/herbal-tarot-deck-spirit-of-herbs-companion-book-set/ And remember to become a patron of Herbal Marie today to really help this herbal podcast grow! www.patreon.com/herbalmarie --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/herbalmarie/message
This week we head to RHS Garden Wisley for a bumper edition of summer gardening advice. Our RHS experts guide you through everything you need to know to keep your blooms blooming and your crops cropping all summer long, and what you can do now to ensure good results next year too.
In today's episode, we're going to give a little talk about Canadian Horsetail, and give some thanks for this topic to Mambo Elizabeth Ruth. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Today we celebrate a botanist who helped us understand why plants are green: chlorophyll. We'll also learn about the dedicated Landscape Architect who was a protégé of Beatrix Farrand. We hear some tips for keeping a well-stocked winter larder. We Grow That Garden Library™ with a 2021 journal that you can use to keep track of your year - and it has some fantastic original sketches from a garden great on nearly every page. And then we’ll wrap things up with a story that helps us see weedy plants through a different lens - and we’re fools if we can’t be more balanced in our perspective on these plants. Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart To listen to the show while you're at home, just ask Alexa or Google to “Play the latest episode of The Daily Gardener Podcast.” And she will. It's just that easy. 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The next time you're on Facebook, search for Daily Gardener Community, where you’d search for a friend... and request to join. I'd love to meet you in the group. Important Events February 4, 1847 Today is the anniversary of the death of the French botanist and physiologist Henri Dutrochet. After studying the movement of sap in plants in his home laboratory, Henri discovered and named osmosis. Henri shared his discovery with the Paris Academy of Sciences on October 30th, 1826. Like the cells in our own human bodies, plants don’t drink water; they absorb it by osmosis. Henri also figured out that the green pigment, chlorophyll, in a plant is essential to how plants take up carbon dioxide. Hence, photosynthesis could not happen without chlorophyll. It turns out chlorophyll actually helps plants gather energy from light. And if you’ve ever asked yourself why plants are green, the answer is chlorophyll. Since it reflects green light, the chlorophyll makes the plant appear green. As for Henri, he was a true pioneer in plant research. He was the first to examine plant respiration, light sensitivity, and geotropism (How the plant responds to gravity, i.e., roots grow down to the ground.) Geotropism can be confusing at first, but I just think of it this way: The upward growth of plants - fighting against gravity - is called negative geotropism, and downward growth of roots, growing with gravity, is called positive geotropism. And there’s a little part of the plant at the very end of the root that responds to positive geotropism, and it’s called the root cap. So, what makes the roots grow downward? The small but mighty root cap - responding to positive geotropism. February 4, 1899 Today is the birthday of the Beatrix Farrand protégé, the American Landscape Architect Ruth Harvey. After graduating from Smith College, Ruth attended the first landscape architecture school to allow women: the Cambridge School of Domestic Architecture and Landscape Architecture. Before she earned her Master’s degree in Architecture, Ruth had already started working for Beatrix Farrand - and it was this relationship that would lead Ruth to her professional destiny: Dumbarton Oaks. Dumbarton Oaks was a farm that was purchased by Robert and Mildred Bliss in 1920. A creative visionary, Mildred immediately had big plans for the property, and she hired the great Landscape Architect Beatrix Farrand to help with the transformation. And while Mildred had bargained for creating a magnificent garden property, she ended up with so much more: a very dear friendship with Beatrix. As for Ruth, after she was hired, she joined a small team of women, spearheaded by Beatrix, to design the magnificent gardens and Landscape at Dumbarton. But in a few years, after the project was underway, it was Ruth who took point on the work at Dumbarton. Ruth’s leadership happened organically after she proved herself by working on various projects. Ruth’s first major project at Dumbarton was something called the Green Garden Inscription to Beatrix Farrand. The inscribed stone tablet was something special that Mildred wanted to be added to the Green Terrace; she was looking for a permanent way to honor her dear friend Beatrix, and she wanted it set in stone. And so, Ruth designed a plaque that was placed within a balustrade - the stone railing of the terrace. Written in Latin, (“Somnia sub patulis videant nascentia ramis sidera fausa ferant omnia et usque bona. Testimonio amicitiae Beatricis Farrand nec illorum immemores qui postero aevo vitas veritati erunendae impenderint. Hanc tabellam posuerunt Robertus Woods Bliss uxorque Mildred”) the inscription has two lines of elegy that read: “May they see their dreams springing to life under the spreading boughs; May lucky stars bring them every continuous good.” And the inscription reads: “A testimony to the friendship of Beatrix Farrand. Robert Bliss and his wife, Mildred, remembering those who have spent their lives bringing truth forth for a later age, set this plaque here." The Green Terrace was designed to be an extension of the Bliss home. The patio area served as an outdoor dining room and a space for entertaining, and the Blisses hosted large parties and events there. Set on the highest part of the property, the Green Terrace offers the best views of Dumbarton and the spot where Mildred purposefully chose the inscription; it’s the very best spot to stand to view the garden and the landscape beyond. Over Ruth Havey’s long career, she took on additional projects out of her office in New York, and she was part of the first generation of working female Landscape Architects in the country. And with every project she completed, Ruth honed her superpower: tying the landscape to buildings on the property - making the garden a cohesive part of the whole. And although she had many impressive clients and gardens through the years, Ruth always felt a special bond to Dumbarton - a place she helped to mold and shape for over thirty years. And it’s fitting that her best work - her masterpiece - was a Dumbarton project called the Pebble Garden. Initially, the Pebble Garden space was a tennis court, and Beatrix Farrand had actually installed it. Most gardeners can relate to tearing out a garden feature that no longer suits their needs. But the task of replacing a tennis court - a 60 by 120-foot flat space - with an intricate pebble mosaic must have felt like an enormous undertaking. The area was a clean slate. After a fateful trip to Florence, Italy, Mildred discovered a muse for the space. She had gone to see the Villa I Tatti, and Mildred’s imagination lighted up when she saw an intricate mosaic of pebbles - a pebble garden - that made the walkways look like they were covered with an intricately patterned stone carpet. Now Villa I Tatti’s elaborate pebble pathways were designed by the great Uruguayan-British garden designer and architect Cecil Ross Pinsent. Visiting elite gardens was not at all intimidating or overwhelming to Mildred. Instead, Mildred was invigorated by the practice of benchmarking the very best gardens in the world so that Dumbarton, too, could be extraordinary. Imagine being in Ruth’s shoes as Mildred tells her she wants a pebble mosaic to replace the tennis court. Imagine sourcing images for inspiration, finding the perfect pebbles, and establishing a design that would likely inspire for centuries. This redesign was a massive challenge for Ruth Havey, and in the end, she nailed it, and the pride that she felt must have been very gratifying. Today when you view Ruth’s pebble mosaic, I want you to imagine what it would look like with water above it - because that was what she originally intended. Sadly, the cement bedding below the mosaic had some flaws, and those cracks meant the mosaic would always be fully exposed, and I suspect that this development has actually prolonged the life of the mosaic. Anyone with a water feature knows how water degrades the structures beneath the water. Finally, the pebble garden features two cornucopias on either side of a large sheaf of grain. This harvest image of the two cornucopias and the grain is a visual reminder of the Bliss family motto: “Quod Severis Metes: You reap what you sow.” Unearthed Words Harvested fruits and vegetables can be stored over winter in a number of ways. Perishable summer stone fruits can be dried, packed into sweetened alcohol syrups, or cooked into preserves or jellies. The pom fruits — apples, pears, and quinces — from late summer and early fall harvest will keep for several months in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place, as will hard squashes and winter roots. Brine- or salt-cured olives and a variety of nuts and dried beans make up the remainder of a traditional winter larder. Salty anchovies and olives from the larder go surprisingly well with winter's starchy potatoes and storage onions. All kinds of dried beans are good in slow-simmered dishes, especially if the beans were harvested the preceding fall and still retain their fresh flavor. — Georgeanne Brennan, author and co-founder Le Marche Seed Company, Potager, Winter Grow That Garden Library Bunny Mellon Garden Journal by Linda Holden This journal came out in 2020, and it is absolutely gorgeous. In this journal, Linda added many lovely little Bunny Mellon touches. There are Bunny’s wonderful sketches along with quotes about gardening and life. Linda thoughtfully alternated blank and lined pages, honoring every gardener’s need to draw and write. This journal is perfect for the garden designer, as well as the gardener. And I think that the sweet little sketches throughout the journal are incredibly inspiring. Each drawing and doodle is taken from notes and letters that Bunny wrote to her friends and family. Linda’s journal features an elastic band closure, an inside pocket, and a ribbon bookmark, making this journal a lovely keepsake and handy reference for wherever you like to journal. You can get a copy of Bunny Mellon Garden Journal by Linda Holden and support the show using the Amazon Link in today's Show Notes for around $7 Today’s Botanic Spark Reviving the little botanic spark in your heart February 4, 1995 On this day, the North County Times ran a little article about weeds. It started out with this question: "What do Yarrow, Chicory, Horsetail, Shepherd's Purse, and Ground Ivy have in common?" Well, in case you haven’t guessed, the answer is that they are all considered weeds. Yet the author of Just Weeds, Pamela Jones, countered “I would like to see the word weed abolished altogether for being one of the most intolerant, negative words in the English language.” Pamela’s book features insights on the uses (medicinal and otherwise) of 30 different weeds - and she also shares the lore and history of each plant. The part of the Yarrow that grows above ground has been used to tree everything from fever and cold to tummy troubles and toothaches. Chicory is known as the herb for perseverance. I always think of the little Chicory flower I once say blooming happily through a crack along the side of a highway - such a great example of determination! And all the parts of the Chicory are useful for both medicine and food. And Horsetail or Milkweed (Asclepias) was a valued medicinal plant to Native Americans who used it for snakebites and increased lactation. Meanwhile, Shepherd’s Purse has been called the most essential plant in all of the Cruciferous family for its ability to stop bleeding. Finally, Ground Ivy or Creeping Charlie helps stop headaches, earaches, sinusitis, and it also moves the lymph system, which is why it is known for it’s drying and draining abilities. Thanks for listening to The Daily Gardener. And remember: "For a happy, healthy life, garden every day."
Every February, we have the chance to view one of the most remarkable natural events in Yosemite. Sunlight hitting Horsetail Fall on El Capitan in the winter casts a bright, neon orange glow that seems to emanate from the waterfall itself. It is a sacred and much sought after event, and we cover it all on this week's episode!Email Melittleyopod@gmail.comFacebook, Instagram, Twitter@littleyopodNature Notes Video Horsetail Fallhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyoa-QfeGhoNPS Websitehttps://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/horsetailfall.htm
Pay attention! You’ve got messages coming to you all the time. You’re basically an antenna so open up and listen to your intuition dreams in synchronicity’s! Gain the experience you need to create brighter tomorrows finding your strength deep within! Horsetail is all about us connecting to our higher self and knowing we are one. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/herboracle/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/herboracle/support
Fresh off a long weekend of stand up and a live cast, the D.A.W.G.Z. rip a freebie for the masses. Topix include: The live cast, Getting your Horsetail petted, Hunter Biden, Trump on Stern, and the Phallic mother. Support the D.A.W.G.Z @ patreon.com/MSsecretpod Merch@ mssecretpodcast.com/merch/
Are you more of a yeti with a constant cardigan or a hairless barbie? Part 2 of episode 16 brings us on to our relationships with body hair. We talk heads, shoulders, knees and toes, and everything in between. Keep those locks shiny with some Horsetail tea and get into it with Stacey, Poonam and Mia. Follow us on @honestea.pod STACEY: @staceyharris27 MIA: @mi.weston POONAM: www.mvnoop.com
Horsetail and Sumac try to wrap their heads around the Q-Anon phenomenon and what it means for society today and far into the future. Behind the Q-Anon beliefs are even deeper woes, from the social isolation of our time to the xenophobia that ties the paranoia puzzle together. In finding compassion for conspiracists, rather than laugh at or dehumanize them, Sumac and Horsetail turn their attention to another wild idea that has been difficult for many to swallow: that fossil-fuel transportation is far more problematic than our society is willing to admit, yet most still laugh at ideas of “banning cars” or visions of mass numbers of Americans on bicycles as an actual form of transportation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegaggle/message
In celebration of the final lap of Sumac’s 20s, we contemplate Saturn’s return and emerging from the cocoon. We are blessed with surprise visits from Phat Wiggy and Cinco, long-time friends and bonafide members of the Gaggle. Horsetail interviews his seniors on questions of growing into oneself at this stage in life, offering advice to younger beings and finding balance between an open heart and self-care. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegaggle/message
Is anxiety a concept or a condition? Is it personalized in how it has formed in the minds and bodies of those who struggle with it? Horsetail is not sure what he thinks about anxiety anymore. How far back can we go in our physical history and our energetic history that will objectively inform our sense of reality and perception? Why do we tend to focus on what has caused so many problems in our mental health rather than encompassing all the beauty from this life and the energy of lives before us? We have zero answers to any of those questions, but Horsetail wants to dig into it... and pulls Sumac along for the journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegaggle/message
One person's weed is another person's hair rinse! Sue Balcom gives us good reasons to not pull our hair over horsetail.
Meaning is essential to human existence, but what is it? This raw episode struggles to untangle meaning from concepts like belief and happiness. We arrive at a few answers or universal truths, but we get darn deep into it. Plus, a special surprise from Horsetail in honor of our Katy Trail cycling tour and its crown city, Sedalia, MO, the town that puts the 'misery' in Missouri. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegaggle/message
Sumac and Horsetail report from the first half of the Katy Trail bicycle tour in Missouri. Tales of mosquitos, poison rashes, bike blowouts, but equal amounts of delight. We also consider stereotypes of southern culture and what they may conceal about some of the friendliest people we have met. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegaggle/message
Inscrit au patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco, le parc national de Yosemite, en Californie, connu notamment pour ses falaises de granit et ses séquoias géants, attire de nombreux visiteurs. Un de ses moindres attraits n'est pas la cascade Horsetail, qui réserve des surprises au spectateur patient... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The DIY Show with 'The Resident Builder' Peter Wolfkamp full show Podcast 9th February 2020On today's show, Nick calls in looking to replace the clear-lite in his shower box with tiles and would he need a consent? Richard calls in regarding laying lino in his toilet which then opened up the floor on the topic of Asbestos... Allison seeks advice on her inground swimming pool unused for years, recommendations on a cost-effective and safe pool cover to prevent leaves and other debris from getting in?...and more DIY tips and updates from Pete.Ruud attempts to tackle a couple of resilient weeds when callers Mark and Leanne ask for the best way to eradicate and control Horsetail weed and Nutgrass? Kelly asks is there an eco-friendly product to put into her greenhouse water tank to prevent algae build-up internally around the sides. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode of Desert Horticulture announces the sight of the leaffooted plant bug, how to control weeds like sandbur and puncturevine without chemicals, precautions to take when planting horsetail or equisetum, problems that can develop if you have twisted myrtle and why ants are not a good idea around fig trees. All of this will be talked about and more on this episode of Desert Horticulture.Support the show (https://xtremehorticulture.blogspot.com/)
A middle-aged lady with a beehive hairdo, cat-eyed glasses, and an orange church dress sits at a piano in the middle of cathedral-like Solarium in the Denver Botanical Gardens. She plays soft, chipper classical music surrounded by families of ferns: Maidenhair, Holly, Horsetail, Cloverleaf, etc. She is being filmed for Leonard Nimoy´s In Search Of, a television documentary show dedicated to the world’s mysterious phenomena. Her undergraduate experiments with music and plants would inadvertently start a chain reaction resulting in a handful of highly specific records made exclusively for Flora. In today’s episode, we discuss Green Vinyl: music made for and by plants. Subscribe to Highway Hi-Fi: iTunes | Stitcher | TuneIn | PocketCasts | Overcast | Google Play Twitter | Facebook | Spotify
This weeks episode is our first time heading to the majestic Yosemite National Park. But Huell is skipping all of the hikes and trees for a piece of Yosemite history that can bring a grown man to tears. It's the Yosemite Firefall, and not the Horsetail falls Firefall. This is actual FIRE! That's right, they used to throw fire down the cliffs of Yosemite. If this piques your interest, which it should, then come along with us as we continue our search for HUELL'S GOLD! Yosemite Firefall History Video- California's Gold: Firefall Huell's Gold Instagram Huell's Gold Facebook Huell's Gold Twitter
We’ve heard time and again that it isn’t possible for our society to feed the world.However, that’s strictly a “for-profit” view of the world — and not accurate at all — as you’ll hear in Paul’s latest Living 4D conversation with permaculturalist and ecological designer Michael Judd.Learn more about Michael and his work with the environment at Ecologiadesign.com. For Living 4D listeners, he’s offering 10 percent off his workshops or private consultations. Mention paulchek when booking for your appointment to receive this discount. If you’re curious about Michael’s book — Edible Landscaping With a Permaculture Twist — you can download it for free as an Amazon Kindle book beginning on April 10 and running through April 12.Have you always heard about pawpaws and wanted to try them? Receive a 10 percent discount on pawpaw pulp at Integrationacres.com by entering the promo code paulchek at checkout!Show Notes For a time, Michael lived with the last of the Mayan tribes in the Lacandon Jungle. (2:33)These tribes in Mexico and Central America have been living in the same region off the for more than 500 years. (6:59)“Most of the people listening to this podcast have little or no idea what the rest of the world, particularly the less developed countries, are paying for American consumerism.” (9:54)The loss of arable topsoil is a constant pattern throughout history that’s sped up enormously with the machinery and chemicals multi-national industries use. (18:30)The insecurity of food access is going to hit us sooner than later economically due to a lack of attention to our environment. (19:19)“Modern” agriculture will see the use of human waste become a very valuable resource one day. (24:33)The real harm from NPK (nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium) fertilizers. (26:29)We can feed the world, but issues of distribution and market access must be solved. (32:58)The growth of GMO crops creates a greater sense of food insecurity. (36:03)What Michael recommends to create more stability in food security: Planting nut trees. (38:43)A simple definition of permaculture. (40:36)“What we eat on our plate is what our landscapes look like.” (49:04)Paul sings the Dr. Diet song. (50:05)The largest distributor of organic foods in America: Wal-Mart. (51:33)A number of farmers are growing organic crops but not investing in expensive certifications. (52:38)Space is not a limitation in growing your own food. (55:45)Using Silvopastoral agroforestry systems. (58:53)One of Michael’s favorite herbs that people can grow pretty easily: Comfrey. (1:00:42)Another favorite herb Michael recommends: Horsetail. (1:06:42)The benefits of the nettle, an herb you can grow in pots. (1:07:08)Michael reboots his physical health by eating a food forest pesto for three days. (1:08:25)Humus, the organic component of soil, matters a lot. (1:10:12)Click here for more episode notes and resources.
The awesome herbalists, herbal lovers, green witches and herb nerds I follow on Instagram inspire me to no end. Thank you!! ~ What's in your cup? @nothernskybotanicals ~ Free plants with water propagation @welliesandwaffles ~ Being called by Basil @spirit_earth_reiki ~ Returning plant magic and wisdom @luminousyouth ~ Plants connect us to our heart centers @primawellness ~ Moon time tea blend @paulinapassionflower ~ Horsetail to remove heavy metals @travelinghealthcoach ~ Make a Cleavers Spring Tonic @herbspyrenees Archive of links: https://www.herbalmarie.com/2018/12/instaherb-shoutouts-archive-links.html Feel Better and BE WELL Become a patron of Herbal Marie today: https://www.patreon.com/herbalmarie --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/herbalmarie/message
Harvest has picked up in both Western and Eastern Canada, though the challenges facing each region are unique. On this episode of Wheat Pete’s Word, Peter ‘Wheat Pete’ Johnson tackles late season weed control decisions (mostly: just don’t), diseased corn crop management, and shares some new findings on including cereal rye as a cover crop. Have... Read More
We are discussing anicient plant horsetail. Used for healthy hair, bones, connective tissue, nails, kidneys, and urinary tract support. This is an amazing plant! Check it out... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jayne-simmons/support
A lesson in Alutiiq language and culture about horsestail
Susun Weed answers 90 minutes of herbal health questions followed by a 30 minute interview with Sat Dharam Kaur. Sat Dharam is a naturopathic doctor, Kundalini Yoga teacher trainer and author. She developed the Healthy Breast Program, designed to help reduce the risk of breast cancer in women through education, Kundalini Yoga and lifestyle change. She was awarded the Naturopathic Doctor of the Year award in Ontario in 2000. She has written several best selling books: A Call to Women: The Healthy Breast Program and Workbook, The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Breast Cancer, and The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Women's Health. She teaches the Healthy Breast Program internationally, and trains others to teach the program. this episode Q&A includes: • nettle infusion interferes with histamine response and can help to rebuild your health over time so that you do not have allergy symptoms. • toe nail fungus- anti-fungal drugs are dangerous and can cause liver damage- hysterical hygiene and horse tail infusion. • postpartum depression, hyper active thyroid symptoms, expressing anger and becoming a mother.. • life is very complicated- no right answers- best answers.. • menopause... • is eating organic always the best option?
Bone Health: Today’s show is about bone health and density. When it comes to bone density issues the two most talked about complications are Osteopenia and Osteoporosis. Osteopenia basically means your bone density is lower than normal. And Osteoporosis is a more severe condition and is diagnosed when your bones become brittle and fragile due to the loss of tissue. Typically, these issues are a result of hormonal changes or a deficiency in calcium or vitamin D. The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) say that the percentage of men 50 years of age or older with osteoporosis of the femur neck or lumbar spine is 4% The percentage of women 50 yrs. of age and over with osteoporosis of the femur neck or lumbar spine: 16% making it 4 times more likely for women to get it. This is mainly due to estrogen levels decreasing after menopause and the fact that most women have smaller and thinner bones. If you have questions regarding herbal nutrition or are looking for a natural solution to something that ales you, please give us a call at 512 853 9005 and we will try our best to answer your question. This show is sponsored by Dr. Vim's Herbal Nutrition. Dr. Vim's herbal formulas are designed for men and women to mental focus, physical energy, stress reduction and a healthy libido. They use only filler free high potency botanical extracts. ensuring that every batch delivers a full dose of the most powerful phytonutrients on the planet. SHOW NOTES: Things you can do to reduce the chance of getting osteopenia or osteoporosis. Stop drinking carbonated beverages. Soda, Sparkling water, Champagne all leach calcium from your bones. A Harvard Study on 16 to 20yr. old women showed that half of them were already showing bone loss as a result of soft drink intake. Also, carbonated beverages have phosphates which cause even more calcium loss. Cut back on the Caffeine! With every cup of coffee you drink, you lose 150 mg of calcium in your urine. Decaf is no better because they contain chemicals that interfere with the detoxification process. Cut back on Protein. Taking in too much protein can cause acidity in the body which causes calcium to be lost when you urinate. However, protein is necessary to make strong bones, so we're just saying we need a balance between getting enough without eating so much that you create an acid-alkalinity problem. Lay off the Tums. Tums is one of the worst sources of calcium, It’s composed of calcium carbonate which is a poorly absorbed form of calcium. You want to get Calcium hydroxyapatite or Calcium Citrate which are the best forms of calcium. Not to mention it's taking away the stomach acid we need to break down and digest our food. Check out our alternative digestive support below if you are looking to find a Tums replacement (Bitters, Digestive Enzymes, and Betaine HCL). What about Sunlight? You need Vitamin D because it helps to absorb calcium into your bones. It’s made in your skin when you go out in the sun, but since skin cancer is a concern and sunscreen blocks 90% of the vitamin D from absorbing into the body we recommend not being out in the sun for extended periods of time. Consider taking a Vitamin D Supplement as an alternative source. Stress Reduction! We’ve mentioned before, stress raises cortisol levels and if your cortisol is too high for a long period of time it can cause bone loss. You can reduce stress by engaging in specific activities that are aimed at reducing the stress response. These include massage, yoga and meditation. Don't forget the most advanced way to cope with stress is social engagement! Spend quality time with good people. Exercise is a great way to reduce the chance of bone loss. Engaging in weight bearing exercises like lifting weights, hiking, walking or running can increase bone density. Even as little as 15 minutes a day can be helpful. Eliminate your toxic kitchen, beauty and body care products. You can explore safe, alternative cleaning products that don’t have harmful chemicals that can absorb into your skin. Our favorite is vinegar. MINERALS PROMOTE BONE HEALTH: FACTS: Around 70 percent of your bones, by weight, are made from minerals. Calcium and magnesium make up most of the mineral composition, but many trace minerals also factor in. Poor dietary practices and soil depletion contribute to Mineral Deficiency, having some people turn to supplementation. Those who choose to supplement are wise to do their research and seek out reputable brands who use quality, effective ingredients. Calcium- Calcium is a mineral that is necessary for life. It builds bones and keeps them healthy. About 99 percent of the calcium in our bodies is in our bones and teeth. Magnesium- A mineral that's essential for the absorption and metabolism of calcium. Strengthens bones and makes teeth harder. Stimulates the thyroid’s production of calcitonin, a hormone that preserves our bones. Regulates parathyroid hormone, the hormone that facilitates the breakdown of bone tissues when necessary. 60% of the body's Magnesium are in the bones. Silica- Supports bone health by enhancing the use of calcium and vitamin D in your body. Helps maintain the balance between bone resorption and formation Strontium- supports normal bone formation. strengthens the bone and supports mineralization decreases the risk of bone fractures Vanadium- support normal bone formation strengthens the bone and supports mineralization decreases the risk of bone fractures Phosphorus- Supports skeletal development, and bone integrity - too much is bad too little is bad. Antacids can impair phosphorus absorption which can lead to parathyroid dysfunction. Zinc - Plays a key role in promoting bone density and boosting immune function found in the hydroxyapatite mineral crystals, which makes up roughly half of our bones’ weight. Crucial for Vitamin D to get into cells where it can facilitate the building of bones. Copper- A trace mineral that is imperative for youthful, fracture-resistant bones. Copper is the third moiety in a trio of minerals (manganese, zinc, and copper) that make up an extremely important antioxidant called Superoxide Dismutase. This antioxidant is a key player in saving your bones from oxidative damage and restoring their youthful integrity, and without copper, Superoxide Dismutase simply can’t form. Copper is critical for the coenzyme-dependent process of the cross-linking of collagen and elastin. Boron- a mineral that promotes bone growth. contributes to calcium absorption reduces the risk of fractures by hardening the bone protects vitamin D levels PROTEIN IS A MAJOR BUILDING BLOCK FOR BONE TISSUE: Point:Protein is necessary to build and maintain strong, healthy bones. Counterpoint:Remember not to over-do the animal proteins, because it is imperative to maintain alkalinity to promote healthy bones. III. VITAMINS THAT PROMOTE HEALTHY BONES FACT: Minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, as well as protein serve as the primary building blocks for bone growth. Vitamins are the catalysts for biochemical reactions that are needed to regulate this bone building process. Vitamin D- A fat soluble Vitamin that aids the absorption of calcium from the intestines. A deficiency in vitamin D causes calcium-depleted bone (osteomalacia), which weakens bones and increases the risk of bone fractures. Vitamin K- A fat soluble vitamin that is essential for activating enzymes that transport calcium from your arterial walls to your bones. By facilitating the transport of calcium out of your arteries and in bones, Vitamin K2 also protects the heart. Vitamin C- A water soluble vitamin that stimulates the production of osteoblasts or bone-building cells also subdues osteoclasts (bone-destroying cells). bone building properties of Vitamin C help improve bone mass and lower fracture rates. 1. OMEGA 3'S PROMOTE HEALTHY BONES Omega 3's help constitute bone marrow and enhance bone mineral content DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), an omega-3 fatty acid, may support bone mineral content and produce healthier, stronger bones. NASA study suggests that EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), an omega-3 fatty acid, may protect against bone loss during space flight. Omega 3's positively support the body's inflammation response. The most functional or useful types of useful Omega 3's are: Fish Oil Contains the long-chain Omega 3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) that the body uses most efficiently. Algae Omega The best vegan Omega 3 option, because it contains the long-chain Omega 3 fatty acids the body uses most efficiently. Flax Seed, a popular vegan Omega 3 option, is a source of a short-chained fatty acid called ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) that is not efficiently utilized by the body. 2. HORMONES BALANCE AND ALKALINITY PROMOTE HEALTHY BONES Hormone balance, especially estrogen balance, is a key factor in bone loss, bone growth, and bone remodeling. VI . ALKALINITY IS CRUCIAL TO BONE HEALTH The alkalinity of your body factors into both bone growth and bone remodeling. PH test strip are available that can show you if you are alkaline or acidic. GUT HEALTH AND NUTRIENT ASSIMILATION ARE NECESSARY FOR STRONG, HEALTHY BONES: Digestive Bitters increase bile activity bile contains bile salts that help emulsify fats and break down and digest our food. Digestive Enzymes facilitate the breakdown and digestion of our food Betaine HCL (Hydrochloride) may aid in the breakdown fats and proteins. may aids those with deficient stomach acid in digestion. Aloe Vera - increases nutrient uptake allowing us to get more out of the food we eat. Do you have Leaky Gut? It leads to poor nutrient assimilation. It is linked hormonal imbalances. VII. HERBS THAT SUPPORT BONE HEALTH Stinging Nettle- source of calcium, magnesium, silica, boron, and trace minerals source of vitamins C and D even contains protein! Alfalfa- contains calcium, magnesium, boron, silica, zinc Vitamins D and K source of phytoestrogens that can help offset hormonal fluctuations that can lead to bone problems Oatstraw (Avena Sativa)- source of calcium and magnesium used in formulas that promote bone health Red Clover- source of calcium source of phytoestrogens contains protein Dandelion- source of calcium contains protein Horsetail- richest plant source of Silica on the planet Italian Study shows it may improve bone density in women with Osteoporosis Rehmannia- Yin herb in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) According to TCM, rehmannia is considered an herb of restoration. Classically, it was even used to repair broken bones. supports hormonal balance Dendrobium Nobile- Yin herb in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) Used in TCM to nourish Yin fluid and lubricate joints, Dendrobium Nobile is believed to strengthen tendons and bones, relieve joint pain, and reduce rheumatism. VII. HERBS THAT SUPPORT HORMONAL BALANCE OR HEALTHY ESTROGEN LEVELS Black cohosh- a plant native to Eastern North America that has been used by women for generation to support hormonal balance. Study suggest Black Cohosh may help strengthen bones in postmenopausal women. Maca - a plant native to Peru thatpromotes hormonal balance. Studies suggest it also supports bone health by promoting healthy estrogen levels. Red clover- a herb that is rich in phytoestrogens including lignans, coumestans, and isoflavones. Isoflavones can weakly bind to estrogen receptors in the body and may help to mitigate hormonal changes in estrogen. may help prevent bone loss and the loss of bone mineral density in menopausal women. Chaste Tree (Vitex Agnus-Castus) -Recent studies suggest that the properties of Chaste Tree may mimic the soothing effects of progesterone. May help to manage hormonal fluctuations in menopausal women by normalizing the function of the pituitary gland, which regulate estrogen and progesterone balance in the body. Vitex may help balance mood by influencing dopamine levels. Ashwagandha- is a herb classically used in Ayurveda for its aphrodisiac and mood-stabilizing properties. Studies suggest that Ashwagandha can activate the hypothalamic-pituitary adrenal axis to increase the production of androgens. May help to manage hormonal fluctuations in menopausal women. Wild yam- a plant native to North America that is used to support menopausal and menstrual-related symptoms. Studies suggest that it mimics the effects of progesterone. May help to manage hormonal fluctuation in menopausal women.
Are you worried about hair loss? Let’s take a look at both causes and cures. And there can be many causes, from hormonal imbalances due to under active thyroid, drugs, pharmaceuticals, and poor diet, especially too few B complex vitamins, Vitamin C, zinc, sulfur, and iron. But if you find you’re losing hair at a rapid rate, don't panic. It’s normal to lose 50 to 100 hairs each day. There is a strong link between anxiety and hair loss, especially excess shedding of hair at the telogen stage, which can be made much worse by worrying about it. It’s time to go through a rational process of elimination to discover possible causes then you can do what’s necessary to correct the shedding. Ask yourself the following questions: Are you taking any medication such as the birth control pill or artificially based hormone-replacement therapy? These are common causes of thinning hair, which can be corrected by stopping the drugs and turning to bio-identical hormone replacements under the guidance of a knowledgeable health practitioner. Anti-coagulants, cortisone, and diet pills such as amphetamines are also anathema to hair health. So is boric acid, which stupidly gets added to shampoos, skincare products, ointments for cuts and burns—even eye baths—so read labels carefuly before you buy. Thyroid medication can be a culprit—shift to natural thyroid treatments instead. So can simple aspirin, if you take as many as one or two a day. Now, let me with share you what I have learned over the years about how to stop hair loss: Have you had major illnesses or traumas in your life recently? Shock, illness, and emotional worry can bring about heavy shedding of telogen hairs. This is called telogen effluvium. Help can be had from vitamin supplements—more about this in a moment—and from eating organic liver often. Even getting enough physical activity to help you deal with stressors in your life can help. dramatically. Is is your scalp tight or loose when you put your fingers into it? Start giving yourself a daily scalp massage. And start brushing the old fashioned way—fifty strokes each day. I do myself, and it works. Are you anemic? Women, who suffer from anemia far more often than men do, frequently find their hair has thinned greatly. Have a serum iron test and a total iron-binding capacity test done to find out. Is your hair breaking off near the roots from over-processing, sun bleaching, or too much heat on it? This is easy to detect. If you sit in front of a mirror with the light coming from behind, you’ll be able to see a myriad of tiny hairs standing up out of the scalp no longer than a half to three quarters of an inch. If you examine them carefully, you’ll find that even these short hairs are damaged, with split ends. Consider cutting your hair shorter until the damaged hair has grown out and healthy hair shafts replace it. Have you recently been pregnant? Women often lose hair during pregnancy. It may be the result of hormonal changes or some kind of subclinical vitamin or mineral deficiency—often zinc as it is very low in most women just after childbirth. Happily this condition usually disappears a few weeks after the baby is born, provided your diet is adequate and you are generally well. Do you wear your hair pulled back, or have you been putting rollers in too tightly? A common cause of hair loss is simple traction caused by a tightly wrapped rubber band around a ponytail, or curlers that are too tight. The pull on the hair interferes with proper circulation there and results in damage to the hair follicles, which shed their hairs. If this is the case, you need to change your hairstyle, stop rolling curlers tightly, and give yourself daily massage or treatment with an electric vibrator. If you are using a nylon-bristled brush, rollers with brushes in them, or a too fine-toothed comb, you should replace them as they can exacerbate hair loss. Most important of all—Look to your diet: Eat plenty of foods high in biotin and take biotin supplements. Biotin is needed for healthy hair and skin and to help prevent hair loss. Good food sources include brewers yeast, brown rice, bulgur, green peas, lentils, oats, sunflower seeds, and raw organic walnuts. Don’t eat raw eggs until hair loss has stopped. You see, because raw eggs contain a protein that binds biotin and prevents it from being absorbed. Cooked free-range eggs are okay. Rinsing your hair with Kombucha tea is far more effective than all the fancy products sold in salons for hair growth and regeneration. It might even prevent hair greying. You can also use apple cider vinegar and sage tea as a rinse to encourage hair growth. Horsetail tea is the best source of silica, which all of us need for strong, shiny hair, and healthy nails. BEST HAIR GROWTH SUPPLEMENTS Good quality Omege-3 oils improve hair texture and help prevent hair loss and damage. Raw thymus glandular—500 mg a day—stimulates immune function and improves the functioning capacity of hair glands. Vitamin B complex with B3 50mg, B5 100 mg, B6 50 mg, biotin 50 mg, and inositol 100 mg top quality B vitamins are needed for the health and growth of hair. Vitamin C—3000 to 10,000 mg a day can greatly improve scalp circulation. Vitamin E—start with 400 IU and slowly increase to 800-1000 IU—increases oxygen uptake, which improves circulation to the scalp. Coenzyme Q10—improves scalp circulation and increases tissue oxygenation. Kelp—500 mg/day—supplies minerals for healthy hair growth. Silica or horsetail—helps keep your hair looking shiny and sleek. Finally, when it comes to reestablishing a gorgeous thick head of healthy hair, always go the natural route. Why? Because it works. You can spend a fortune on hyped-up hair restoring products and get nowhere. Let Nature do it for you! Supplements I personally recommend: Life Extension, BioActive Complete B-Complex What distinguishes BioActive Complete B-Complex is that it provides enzymatically active forms of critical nutrients like the pyridoxal-5-phosphate form of Vitamin B6, the active form of folate (5-MTHF) that is up to 7 times more bioavailable than folic acid, and meaningful potencies of each B-vitamin. Life Extension, Natural Vitamin E, 400 IU There has been a long-standing debate as to whether natural or synthetic Vitamin E is better. For most vitamins, there is no difference between natural and synthetic. With Vitamin E, however, the natural form has proven far superior.
Are you worried about hair loss? Let’s take a look at both causes and cures. And there can be many causes, from hormonal imbalances due to under active thyroid, drugs, pharmaceuticals, and poor diet, especially too few B complex vitamins, Vitamin C, zinc, sulfur, and iron. But if you find you’re losing hair at a rapid rate, don't panic. It’s normal to lose 50 to 100 hairs each day. There is a strong link between anxiety and hair loss, especially excess shedding of hair at the telogen stage, which can be made much worse by worrying about it. It’s time to go through a rational process of elimination to discover possible causes then you can do what’s necessary to correct the shedding. Ask yourself the following questions: Are you taking any medication such as the birth control pill or artificially based hormone-replacement therapy? These are common causes of thinning hair, which can be corrected by stopping the drugs and turning to bio-identical hormone replacements under the guidance of a knowledgeable health practitioner. Anti-coagulants, cortisone, and diet pills such as amphetamines are also anathema to hair health. So is boric acid, which stupidly gets added to shampoos, skincare products, ointments for cuts and burns—even eye baths—so read labels carefuly before you buy. Thyroid medication can be a culprit—shift to natural thyroid treatments instead. So can simple aspirin, if you take as many as one or two a day. Now, let me with share you what I have learned over the years about how to stop hair loss: Have you had major illnesses or traumas in your life recently? Shock, illness, and emotional worry can bring about heavy shedding of telogen hairs. This is called telogen effluvium. Help can be had from vitamin supplements—more about this in a moment—and from eating organic liver often. Even getting enough physical activity to help you deal with stressors in your life can help. dramatically. Is is your scalp tight or loose when you put your fingers into it? Start giving yourself a daily scalp massage. And start brushing the old fashioned way—fifty strokes each day. I do myself, and it works. Are you anemic? Women, who suffer from anemia far more often than men do, frequently find their hair has thinned greatly. Have a serum iron test and a total iron-binding capacity test done to find out. Is your hair breaking off near the roots from over-processing, sun bleaching, or too much heat on it? This is easy to detect. If you sit in front of a mirror with the light coming from behind, you’ll be able to see a myriad of tiny hairs standing up out of the scalp no longer than a half to three quarters of an inch. If you examine them carefully, you’ll find that even these short hairs are damaged, with split ends. Consider cutting your hair shorter until the damaged hair has grown out and healthy hair shafts replace it. Have you recently been pregnant? Women often lose hair during pregnancy. It may be the result of hormonal changes or some kind of subclinical vitamin or mineral deficiency—often zinc as it is very low in most women just after childbirth. Happily this condition usually disappears a few weeks after the baby is born, provided your diet is adequate and you are generally well. Do you wear your hair pulled back, or have you been putting rollers in too tightly? A common cause of hair loss is simple traction caused by a tightly wrapped rubber band around a ponytail, or curlers that are too tight. The pull on the hair interferes with proper circulation there and results in damage to the hair follicles, which shed their hairs. If this is the case, you need to change your hairstyle, stop rolling curlers tightly, and give yourself daily massage or treatment with an electric vibrator. If you are using a nylon-bristled brush, rollers with brushes in them, or a too fine-toothed comb, you should replace them as they can exacerbate hair loss. Most important of all—Look to your diet: Eat plenty of foods high in biotin and take biotin supplements. Biotin is needed for healthy hair and skin and to help prevent hair loss. Good food sources include brewers yeast, brown rice, bulgur, green peas, lentils, oats, sunflower seeds, and raw organic walnuts. Don’t eat raw eggs until hair loss has stopped. You see, because raw eggs contain a protein that binds biotin and prevents it from being absorbed. Cooked free-range eggs are okay. Rinsing your hair with Kombucha tea is far more effective than all the fancy products sold in salons for hair growth and regeneration. It might even prevent hair greying. You can also use apple cider vinegar and sage tea as a rinse to encourage hair growth. Horsetail tea is the best source of silica, which all of us need for strong, shiny hair, and healthy nails. BEST HAIR GROWTH SUPPLEMENTS Good quality Omege-3 oils improve hair texture and help prevent hair loss and damage. Raw thymus glandular—500 mg a day—stimulates immune function and improves the functioning capacity of hair glands. Vitamin B complex with B3 50mg, B5 100 mg, B6 50 mg, biotin 50 mg, and inositol 100 mg top quality B vitamins are needed for the health and growth of hair. Vitamin C—3000 to 10,000 mg a day can greatly improve scalp circulation. Vitamin E—start with 400 IU and slowly increase to 800-1000 IU—increases oxygen uptake, which improves circulation to the scalp. Coenzyme Q10—improves scalp circulation and increases tissue oxygenation. Kelp—500 mg/day—supplies minerals for healthy hair growth. Silica or horsetail—helps keep your hair looking shiny and sleek. Finally, when it comes to reestablishing a gorgeous thick head of healthy hair, always go the natural route. Why? Because it works. You can spend a fortune on hyped-up hair restoring products and get nowhere. Let Nature do it for you! Supplements I personally recommend: Life Extension, BioActive Complete B-Complex What distinguishes BioActive Complete B-Complex is that it provides enzymatically active forms of critical nutrients like the pyridoxal-5-phosphate form of Vitamin B6, the active form of folate (5-MTHF) that is up to 7 times more bioavailable than folic acid, and meaningful potencies of each B-vitamin. Life Extension, Natural Vitamin E, 400 IU There has been a long-standing debate as to whether natural or synthetic Vitamin E is better. For most vitamins, there is no difference between natural and synthetic. With Vitamin E, however, the natural form has proven far superior.
Real age—your biological age—has little to do with how old you are in years. Most people age prematurely. This is avoidable. It is also reversible. Some of the reasons I have such a passion for herbs is: when you know what to use, they can slow biological aging, help restore balance, and improve how you look and feel, as well as how your body functions. Combined with regular detoxification and a natural diet low in carbohydrates and sugars but high in a wide variety of fresh vegetables and top-quality protein, herbs can rejuvenate your body in medically measurable ways: better circulation, increased resistance to illness as well as balancing emotions and bringing clarity. They also help you rediscover innate vitality, whatever your chronological age. Each herb and plant works in its own special way. Some, like ginseng, garlic, and gotu kola are specifically anti-ageing in their actions. Others such as purslane and thyme together with foods like seaweeds, oranges, carrots, and green vegetables—are brimming with anti-oxidants and other phyto-chemicals. These are protective to your whole body as well as immune enhancing. They will help protect you from free radical damage that underlies both premature aging and the development of degenerative diseases. Here are my favorite anti-ageing herbs: Gotu Kola—Centella asiatica—has been used for centuries in India to extend life span and enhance memory. Gotu kola, like many quality bulk herbs, is native to the tropical regions of Asia and Africa, particularly Sri Lanka and Madagascar. Traditionally, its leaves are dried and steeped in order to create a tea or infusion. Gotu kola is also easy to grow in your garden or in a pot in the kitchen window. It’s also easy to introduce into your life. Just add a fresh leaf or two or a teaspoon of dried gotu kola to whatever herb tea you are drinking. You can also put a few leaves into salad when you make it. Nori Seaweed—If you have never used sea vegetables for cooking, you have a wonderful discovery ahead of you. Not only are they delicious—imparting a wonderful, spicy flavor to soups and salads—they are the richest source of organic mineral salts in nature, particularly iodine. Iodine is the mineral needed by your thyroid gland. As your thyroid gland is largely responsible for the body’s metabolic rate, iodine is essential for vitality as well as protecting you from early aging. I like to use powdered seaweeds as a seasoning. It adds flavor and minerals to salad dressings, salads, and soups. Personally I’m excessively fond of nori seaweed, which comes in long thin sheets or tiny flakes. It is a delicious snack food that you can eat along with a salad or at the beginning of the meal. It has a beautiful, crisp flavor. I toast sheets of nori by passing it over a hob flame for no more than a few seconds. This brings out its wonderful flavor and turns it crunchy. The only problem I have with toasting nori is that one of my Burmese cats, Gus, is completely addicted to it. This means there is no peace while I’m making it. He can smell nori from far away, even when the kitchen door is closed. As soon as I open it, he devours a couple of big sheets that I have crumbled into tiny pieces for him. Green Barley—This is a dried form of the natural juice taken from young barley leaves. It must be to be organically grown, GMO free, and pesticide free. Rich in proteins, flavonoids, minerals, including iron, and vitamins such as K and B15, as well as chlorophyll and other nutrients, green barley boasts thousands of enzymes, not all of which are destroyed in the digestive process. Enzymes play important roles in anti-aging metabolic processes. It also contains a high concentration of superoxide dismutase (SOD)—an anti-oxidant enzyme. Sprinkle from 1⁄2 to 1 teaspoon of green barley on to salads or mix into juices, miso broth or water. Purslane—Portulaca oleracea brims with anti-oxidants as well as vitamins known for their abilities to quench excess free radicals in the body. Purslane improves immune functioning. You can grow purslane in a vegetable patch or just about anywhere—even in window boxes, between the rose bushes, or wherever you have an extra bit of space. Add purslane to fresh vegetable juices or put it through a blender to make ‘live’ vegetable drinks. Ginkgo Biloba—improves circulation to your brain. European research confirms this. The leaves from this most ancient of trees restore memory, elevate mood, and quell anxiety. There are more than 300 published studies and reports that support the anti-ageing properties of Ginkgo. Its extract is used in Germany to treat everything from depression and cerebrovascular insufficiency to asthma, transplant rejection, and hearing loss. It is even added to expensive skin products to protect against environmental irritation. You can take ginkgo as an extract, tincture, or in capsules. I prefer a high potency herbal tincture—1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon 2 or 3 times a day. Horsetail—Equisetum arvense is the best natural source of the mineral silicon, which declines in your body after 35. Silicon is essential for you to maintain strong bones, prevent osteoporosis, firm your skin, and protect it from wrinkles and sagging. Horsetail is one of the world’s oldest plants. Organic horsetail tea is the best way to take this wonderful plant several cups a day. My favorite brand is organic, of course, and sells for less than US $12 a pound. Make a friend of these herbs, use them daily, and you will be surprised at how much they can help protect you from early aging. Here are some of the very best products: GOTU KOLA ORGANIC Starwest Botanicals, Organic Gotu Kola Herb http://iherb.com/p/40280?rcode=yes026 NORI ORGANIC SEAWEED+- Emerald Cove, Organic Pacific Nori http://iherb.com/p/33214?rcode=yes026 ORGANIC GREEN BARLEY Frontier Natural Products, Organic Powdered Barley Grass http://iherb.com/p/31156?rcode=yes026 HORSETAIL ORGANIC FOR TEAS Frontier Natural Products, Organic Cut & Sifted Horsetail http://iherb.com/p/31165?rcode=yes026
Real age—your biological age—has little to do with how old you are in years. Most people age prematurely. This is avoidable. It is also reversible. Some of the reasons I have such a passion for herbs is: when you know what to use, they can slow biological aging, help restore balance, and improve how you look and feel, as well as how your body functions. Combined with regular detoxification and a natural diet low in carbohydrates and sugars but high in a wide variety of fresh vegetables and top-quality protein, herbs can rejuvenate your body in medically measurable ways: better circulation, increased resistance to illness as well as balancing emotions and bringing clarity. They also help you rediscover innate vitality, whatever your chronological age. Each herb and plant works in its own special way. Some, like ginseng, garlic, and gotu kola are specifically anti-ageing in their actions. Others such as purslane and thyme together with foods like seaweeds, oranges, carrots, and green vegetables—are brimming with anti-oxidants and other phyto-chemicals. These are protective to your whole body as well as immune enhancing. They will help protect you from free radical damage that underlies both premature aging and the development of degenerative diseases. Here are my favorite anti-ageing herbs: Gotu Kola—Centella asiatica—has been used for centuries in India to extend life span and enhance memory. Gotu kola, like many quality bulk herbs, is native to the tropical regions of Asia and Africa, particularly Sri Lanka and Madagascar. Traditionally, its leaves are dried and steeped in order to create a tea or infusion. Gotu kola is also easy to grow in your garden or in a pot in the kitchen window. It’s also easy to introduce into your life. Just add a fresh leaf or two or a teaspoon of dried gotu kola to whatever herb tea you are drinking. You can also put a few leaves into salad when you make it. Nori Seaweed—If you have never used sea vegetables for cooking, you have a wonderful discovery ahead of you. Not only are they delicious—imparting a wonderful, spicy flavor to soups and salads—they are the richest source of organic mineral salts in nature, particularly iodine. Iodine is the mineral needed by your thyroid gland. As your thyroid gland is largely responsible for the body’s metabolic rate, iodine is essential for vitality as well as protecting you from early aging. I like to use powdered seaweeds as a seasoning. It adds flavor and minerals to salad dressings, salads, and soups. Personally I’m excessively fond of nori seaweed, which comes in long thin sheets or tiny flakes. It is a delicious snack food that you can eat along with a salad or at the beginning of the meal. It has a beautiful, crisp flavor. I toast sheets of nori by passing it over a hob flame for no more than a few seconds. This brings out its wonderful flavor and turns it crunchy. The only problem I have with toasting nori is that one of my Burmese cats, Gus, is completely addicted to it. This means there is no peace while I’m making it. He can smell nori from far away, even when the kitchen door is closed. As soon as I open it, he devours a couple of big sheets that I have crumbled into tiny pieces for him. Green Barley—This is a dried form of the natural juice taken from young barley leaves. It must be to be organically grown, GMO free, and pesticide free. Rich in proteins, flavonoids, minerals, including iron, and vitamins such as K and B15, as well as chlorophyll and other nutrients, green barley boasts thousands of enzymes, not all of which are destroyed in the digestive process. Enzymes play important roles in anti-aging metabolic processes. It also contains a high concentration of superoxide dismutase (SOD)—an anti-oxidant enzyme. Sprinkle from 1⁄2 to 1 teaspoon of green barley on to salads or mix into juices, miso broth or water. Purslane—Portulaca oleracea brims with anti-oxidants as well as vitamins known for their abilities to quench excess free radicals in the body. Purslane improves immune functioning. You can grow purslane in a vegetable patch or just about anywhere—even in window boxes, between the rose bushes, or wherever you have an extra bit of space. Add purslane to fresh vegetable juices or put it through a blender to make ‘live’ vegetable drinks. Ginkgo Biloba—improves circulation to your brain. European research confirms this. The leaves from this most ancient of trees restore memory, elevate mood, and quell anxiety. There are more than 300 published studies and reports that support the anti-ageing properties of Ginkgo. Its extract is used in Germany to treat everything from depression and cerebrovascular insufficiency to asthma, transplant rejection, and hearing loss. It is even added to expensive skin products to protect against environmental irritation. You can take ginkgo as an extract, tincture, or in capsules. I prefer a high potency herbal tincture—1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon 2 or 3 times a day. Horsetail—Equisetum arvense is the best natural source of the mineral silicon, which declines in your body after 35. Silicon is essential for you to maintain strong bones, prevent osteoporosis, firm your skin, and protect it from wrinkles and sagging. Horsetail is one of the world’s oldest plants. Organic horsetail tea is the best way to take this wonderful plant several cups a day. My favorite brand is organic, of course, and sells for less than US $12 a pound. Make a friend of these herbs, use them daily, and you will be surprised at how much they can help protect you from early aging. Here are some of the very best products: GOTU KOLA ORGANIC Starwest Botanicals, Organic Gotu Kola Herb http://iherb.com/p/40280?rcode=yes026 NORI ORGANIC SEAWEED+- Emerald Cove, Organic Pacific Nori http://iherb.com/p/33214?rcode=yes026 ORGANIC GREEN BARLEY Frontier Natural Products, Organic Powdered Barley Grass http://iherb.com/p/31156?rcode=yes026 HORSETAIL ORGANIC FOR TEAS Frontier Natural Products, Organic Cut & Sifted Horsetail http://iherb.com/p/31165?rcode=yes026
Startup Soirée Podcast 022 | Chris Sachse | Horsetail Technologies
With the sun still shining over head and a gentle breeze keeping us cool we continued to paddle west along the voyagers highway. Leaving Horsetail falls we work our way across Saganaga Lake using the islands as a buffer from the wind. Leaving Saganaga we pass through Swamp lake on into Otter Track Lake where we stop for the evening. All in all it was a great day out on the water in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
With the sun still shining over head and a gentle breeze keeping us cool we continued to paddle west along the voyagers highway. Leaving Horsetail falls we work our way across Saganaga Lake using the islands as a buffer from the wind. Leaving Saganaga we pass through Swamp lake on into Otter Track Lake where we stop for the evening. All in all it was a great day out on the water in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
We awoke to a beautiful day. The sun was shining with puffs of white clouds scattered across the sky. We left our campsite in Gneiss and continued west towards Saganaga Lake. We encounter a rugged portage and some beautiful scenery at HorseTail Rapids.
We awoke to a beautiful day. The sun was shining with puffs of white clouds scattered across the sky. We left our campsite in Gneiss and continued west towards Saganaga Lake. We encounter a rugged portage and some beautiful scenery at HorseTail Rapids.
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