Author: Janet Colston

By Janet Colston Coronavirus is the first global pandemic of most of our lives and so far the virus has predominantly affected the elderly and those with decreased immunity to disease. As we start to come out of lock down there is more fear for healthy individuals, in particular with regard to the ability to fight off COVID-19, should we or our loved ones contract it. Many people are now turning to increased personal health and well-being to build resilience for the future. Remember!The CDC recommends the following measures in regard to COVID-19.How to protect yourself • What to do…

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By Janet Colston We all currently find ourselves dealing with Coronavirus, the first global pandemic of most of our lives and ever changing uncertainty around the economy and our individual futures. Each country has issued their own response to the outbreak. While many individuals are thinking about their own health and wondering what they can do to be as healthy as possible. Disclaimer: We are not doctors and do not prescribe this blog as a medicinal alternative to bona fide medical advice. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally. TURMERIC – Native to Asia, Curcuma…

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By Janet Colston, PhD The Medical Qualities of Berries We all currently find ourselves dealing with Coronavirus, the first global pandemic of most of our lives and ever changing uncertainty around the economy and our individual futures. Each country has issued their own response to the outbreak. While many individuals are thinking about their own health and wondering what they can do to be as healthy as possible. Remember! The CDC recommends the following measures in regard to COVID-19. How to protect yourself • What to do if you are sick Disclaimer: We are not doctors and do not…

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By Janet Colston, PhD The internet is full of misinformation, like boiled garlic will “cure” the novel coronavirus. THIS IS DEFINITELY FALSE. Uncertainty creates fear. And in this uncertain time fear will lead to grasping onto a hope that anything will help and that there may be a magic cure out there. It’s important to note that we all are experiencing fear and anxiety during this uncertain time. We all (at times) feel helpless against things, especially new and invisible things like the new disease COVID-19. So first, lets focus on what we do know: The CDC recommends the following…

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