Elderberries come from Europe and have been around for a long time for herbal medicines. The berries of the Elderberry plant are most used to create syrups, tinctures, and fruit jams. The reason this Elderberry was featured in the April holBOX, was because it is pretty amazing. It can be used to help boost […]
April 28, 2014
Burdock Root tea is featured in the April’s holBOX and we are giving you some information on the history of the Burdock root and how you can make your own tea. What is Burdock Root? Burdock Root is a root that was first found in China but later became a large specialty in Japanese culture. […]
April 28, 2014
So the April’s holBOX edition has been distributed and since it is a DIY edition we believe this is the best time to roll out our monthly “holBOX Guru” contest. When deciding to live holistically one learns that there is an continual learning carve. However the rate of a person’s progress in gaining experience […]
April 26, 2014
You have heard of Lavender time and time again, it is featured in the April holBOX, but are not sure of the greatness this go to herb holds. Most often you may find a lavender scented item, but Lavender is more than just a fragrance. What is Lavender? Lavender is apart of the mint […]
April 25, 2014
Many have been talking about the Yoni and Yoni Steams and we are almost certain that you too are curious about this types of conversations. The holBOX team is here to keep you in the know about what the vaginal steam is and how you can improve the health of your vagina. What is a […]
April 22, 2014
Pregnancy is a delicate time where women should choose to nurture and manage their bodies in the most holistic way possible. In addition, many common conventional medicines are contraindicated during pregnancy. Here is a list of common herbs used to heal ailments and imbalances that may arise during your pregnancy. Nettles – cleanses and strengthens […]
April 19, 2014
Stinging Nettle is found in Europe, Asia, Northern Africa, and North America. It has been around since the medieval times, most used as a diuretic, to rid the body of excess water and to treat joint pain. The Stinging Nettle has leaves that are heart shaped and stems that are upright and rigid. The plant […]
April 17, 2014
To start, what is a concussion? A concussion is a minor traumatic brain injury that may occur when the head hits an object, or a moving object strikes the head. It can affect how the brain works for a while. A concussion can lead to a bad headache, changes in alertness, or loss of consciousness. […]
April 16, 2014
1. Lavender: A great overall headache remedy that works for tension and neck tweaks and even for hormonally caused headaches. 2. Skullcap: A specific for tension headaches. 3. Sage: Great for digestive headaches caused by an overindulgence or too much animal fat. Also one of the better herbs for hormonally caused headaches, especially with hot flashes. […]
April 16, 2014
Headaches are generally quite changeable symptoms of a deeper problem and while these herbs can work very well for the pain, especially if you choose an herb specific to your imbalance, they’re not cures. It’s very important to find the underlying reason, in true holistic fashion, (like constipation, allergies, an imbalanced constitution, stress, nervous system […]
April 30, 2014
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