Natural Wellbeing Blog

When chilly, wet weather sweeps over autumn, coughs and sniffles start going around - and there’s nothing like a restorative cup of hot lemon tea and honey to warm you up. Honey has been used for therapeutic purposes in many cultures for thousands of years and is a common folk remedy for colds - but can honey actually cure a cold? 

Brain fog is never fun to deal with. Often characterized by an inability to concentrate, slower reaction times and memory loss, brain fog can make you feel confused and frustrated—particularly if it happens day after day.

Aside from the cooler temperatures, one of the most dreaded parts of fall and winter is the increase in wind that stings your face and musses your hair. While you might be annoyed at the wind ruffling your carefully done ‘do, what you might not realize is that too much wind can damage your hair. Being proactive about hair care and hair protection while outside can reduce the harm windy weather can cause.

Now that fall is here and winter is fast approaching, it’s time to take a closer look at your immunity. Keeping your immune system in good shape moving into the colder months will help protect you from colds, flus and other viruses that threaten your health.

Each person has an individual relationship with their hair. It’s part of us! Some may treasure their elaborate mane, others might keep their hair as low-maintenance as possible, and some find their hair a source of stress. All genders can experience hair thinning and hair loss for a variety of reasons, which can acutely impact self-esteem. In addition to targeted management of hair loss conditions, there are natural ways to nourish your hair’s condition and help balance your body in order to protect your mane!

Some people love spring’s blossoms, but autumn is my cup of tea! Harvest season offers spiced beverages, cozy sweaters, and an abundance of nutrient-dense, late-year crops such as squash, apples, and cruciferous veggies. Does the phrase “autumn recipes” summon visions of a loaded Thanksgiving table? Let’s substitute those labor-intensive dishes for easy, steaming soups and crispy roasted vegetables! 

Everyone knows persistent stress isn’t good for you. Everyday stressors can usually be managed with healthy coping mechanisms, but chronic, overwhelming stress can have lasting effects on your wellbeing. What you might not know, though, is the extent to which stress can impact your health.

Among the many symptoms women might experience as they approach menopause, one of the most difficult to cope with might be insomnia. It is common for both women entering perimenopause and who are post-menopausal to complain about sleep trouble in their middle age.

As people age, one of their most common fears is losing their memory and experiencing cognitive dysfunction. These fears might be heightened even more if you’ve watched a parent endure the same thing. If your parent appears to have a bad memory—ranging from daily forgetfulness to severe dementia—you might be wondering if their bad memory has been passed down to you.