Happy solstice! If the short, dark days of winter have got you down, be of good cheer, because now the days will be getting incrementally longer and sunnier! Because sunlight is so essential to both mental and physical health, we thought today would be a great day to discuss Vitamin D! Vitamin D is sometimes called the "sunshine vitamin", because our bodies produce it when our skin is exposed to sunlight. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in very few foods. Some of the many important functions of Vitamin D in the human body include: What a powerhouse! Vitamin D is fundamental in facilitating intestinal absorption of many essential minerals, including calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphate, and zinc. It is also...
So you've tried all of the tips for combating depression naturally from our first blog post, but you're still struggling... now what? We have found these supplements to be incredibly beneficial at treating depression symptoms in our clients without the negative side effects associated with pharmaceutical anti-depressants. B VITAMINS Vitamin B-12 and other B vitamins play a role in producing brain chemicals that affect mood and other brain functions. Low levels of B-12 and other B vitamins such as vitamin B-6 and folate may be linked to depression. We recommend the methylated form of these vitamins, and the difference between methylated vitamins and non-methylated vitamins is a whole blog post in itself... lets just say that most human beings don't have the ability to...
'Tis the season to be jolly! We find ourselves right smack dab in the middle of the holidays this week, a time of year known for family gatherings, service to our fellow human beings, and... depression? Many people report an increase in stress and depression during the holidays, despite the fact that as a society, we see the holidays as a time of joy.The constitution of the World Health Organization states that “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity". Here at Vickie Sorensen's NATURE WORKS, we believe that mental health is an important and often overlooked part of a well-rounded health regimen. Numerous studies have shown that...
We are excited to launch the first in a series of holistic remedy educational videos; Onion Poultice! Onion poultices are very effective in treating croup and chest colds in babies and small children. It is also very effective for treating a spasmodic cough and pneumonia in adults. Onions have anti-bacterial properties, and the sulfur in onions is very effective at cutting through and drying up mucous, relieving bronchial tightness, and boosting the immune system.
I have used Onion Poultices for my children and grandchildren for decades, and have found no need to have cough syrup in my cabinet because onions are so effective. from my home to yours, sending healthy winter wishes!
- Vickie
What kind of herbal allies do you have in your herbal medicine chest? Many families have traditional herbal remedies passed down from generation to generation. Sometimes it is lemon and honey for a sore throat or horehound cough drops. If you have ever wanted to put together an herbal medicine chest, start with ginger. It is an herb that is GRAS (generally regarded as safe). Ginger is a warming herb that is used in gingerbread and ginger ale. It is frequently used in cooking Indian and Chinese food. It has several medicinal purposes, and is one of the few herbs that has been studied and approved by the FDA. Ginger is the winter herb for our home. It increases circulation...
