Archive for "Dec 2010"

2011 New Years Resolutions for Mind Body and Spirit

ECO-HERBALISTA WISHES YOU ALL A HAPPY, HEALTHY, PROSPEROUS AND ENLIGHTENING NEW YEAR in 2011!!! I want to share my favorite Green New Year’s Resolutions from my own list and from friends and family. What are your commitments and resolutions for 2011? Mind Commit to peaceful living. Become a tree hugging dirt worshiper. Live way more Read more…

 

Remedies For A Night of Revelry

Heal Your Hangover and Start the New Year Bright Whether you are one of the smart and well disciplined to ring in the New Year with a morning chakra balancing meditation or are one of the ones who will be suffering a worthwhile headache, we have the insights and cures to start 2011 healthy and Read more…

 

The New Age of Peace

May we find in our hearts the space to honor the mother earth upon which we live, reminding us of the sacredness of life during the darkest and longest nights of the year. Wishing you blessings of joy, peace, and happiness this Winter’s Solstice.

 

Almond Nut Nog

Raw, vegan, and alcohol free (or not!), this nutritious delicious drink is the perfect treat to serve your family or guests during the holidays. This recipe calls for you to make your own almond milk which is incredibly easy and fun to do,

 

DIY Holiday Craft ~ Create garlands, wreaths, and swags

Bring the rustic beauty of nature to your home by making a garland, wreath or swag. I was inspired to write about this DIY project by my dear friend Heather who created a lovely swag for our host at our annual Friendsgiving celebration. It’s a fun and creative craft to make,

 

Curb Your Consumerism, 24 Greenest Holiday Season Favorites

Parties, dinners, presents, decorations, travel; these are the celebrated activities and symbols of the Holiday Season. However, this year we have felt and continue to feel unprecedented planetary strain through wrongful US global warring, industrial/environmental catastrophe’s, and economic and social strain. More then ever in my lifetime, I feel called to fully embrace and usher Read more…

 

Curried Sweet Potato Latkes

Celebrate Hanukkah with Curried Sweet Potato Latkes! If you haven’t ever tried a sweet potato latke this is definitely the one to try. And they’re great even when it’s not Hanukkah. The sweetness from the potatoes combined with the rich curry flavor blend together into something memorable. With these flavorful latkes, you can go crazy Read more…

 

Getting Dirty in December ~ Garden Calendar

Cool winter winds rustle the last remaining leaves on deciduous trees. Get out there and enjoy the outdoors! PLANT START IN FLATS DIRECT SOW

 

Fermentation Nation

Did you know that 80% of your immune system is located in the digestive tract? Since that’s the case, it’s really important to keep those pipes healthy, especially during the winter months, when we can be more susceptible to contracting illnesses. So what to do, you ask?