the gut-skin axis
Does gut health equal skin health? Yes! The gut-skin axis is an interrelationship between the gut microbiome and the health of your skin. Imbalances in the gut microbiome can lead to dysregulation in the immune system, inflammatory skin conditions like acne, rosacea or eczema and decreased function in the skin barrier. Here are the top 4 things you can do to support the gut-skin axis.
the healing power of touch
In our hyper-digital, fast-paced, no-time-for-sleep-just-give-me-all-the-coffee kinda world, physical distance and information overload have become the norm. Human connection has decreased. Facial treatments have become not just necessary self-care, but an avenue to reset your nervous system, create space for interpersonal context and allow your body and mind to ease into tranquility.
why your skin craves hydration when it’s humid
Living in Southwest Florida means dealing with high humidity essentially year-round. With all that moisture in the air, you’d think your skin would be drenched with hydration. So why does your skin crave hydration when its humid? Here are my top skincare tips for humid weather.
how can herbs help with my high cholesterol?
Cholesterol isn’t all bad. But high LDL can lead to some serious health risks. In addition to dietary and lifestyle changes, here are a few herbal medicine remedies from a clinical herbalist to help keep your cholesterol in check.
gentle doesn’t mean weak. holistic skincare that works
Herbal skincare doesn’t have to be intense, abrasive or hard on your skin to be effective. Let the plants work their magic and your complexion will never look better.
matters of the heart
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and it has this herbalist thinking of matters of the heart. Learn how a clinical herbal practice (like at rebel + dart) can support the health of your physiological heart and your emotional heart.
how do i know an herb is right for me?
Trends…Sometimes you follow them, sometimes they’re just not for you. But what happens when a plant becomes trendy? A few years ago, Maca root had its moment in the sun. Touted as a ‘fertility tonic’ and ‘libido booster’, why wouldn’t everyone want to use Maca powder in their coffee, bone broth or smoothie? Currently, the adaptogen Ashwagandha is having its heyday, but again, is it indicated or safe for everyone?
the healing power of baths
Bathing is a self-care practice that is revered across centuries and cultures. In Ayurvedic practices, bathing is recognized as a practice to cleanse the body, and to bring your entire being into balance. Bathing can help maintain harmony between mind, body, spirit, and environment.