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Herbs for a Healthy Lymphatic System

This is the time of year to consider adding a few herbs into your daily routine that support the body's lymphatic system and liver and kidneys, which are responsible for detoxification.

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Spring Rejuvenation

A stirring of energy occurs in both the mind and body as the long nights and colder temperatures of winter begin to shift. The days become significantly longer after the spring equinox, and with this light comes the call to rise earlier and engage in more physical activities.

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Avena's Ashwagandha Golden Milk Recipe

Cozy up with a warming cup of Ashwagandha Golden Milk. This vibrant blend of herbs and spices, used as a daily tonic, helps support the immune system, stimulate the digestive system, and ease inflammation.

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What We're Reading: "Barefoot Biodynamics" by Jeff Poppen

Deb recently read a copy of Jeff's Poppen's new book, "Barefoot Biodynamics: How Cows, Compost, and Community Help Us Understand Rudolf Steiner's Agriculture Course". She shares her thoughts here.

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Lilac Full Moon Flower Essence Recipe

Flower essences capture the energetic and healing properties of flowers, and when made under the full moon, they combine the essential nature of the blossoms with the vital energy of the moon.

Lilac is resplendent in spring, inspiring joy in our emotional heart and encouraging us to step back into deep connection with our spirit. Create and then call on Lilac flower essence when you need to come back home to yourself with unfettered joy.

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Common Ground Country Fair 2023

A few words from our founder, herbalist Deb Soule:

I first attended the Common Ground Country Fair in 1985, bringing along Avena Botanicals' very first mail order catalog. Having never had a booth at any kind of fair or event before that, I jumped in because of my commitment to making organically grown herbs and herbal remedies available to people living in rural places.

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Herbal Allies for Pregnancy, New Parents, and Baby

Each pregnancy, birth, and baby are unique. So, too, are the herbs that support a person through this special time. There are several nourishing herbs that can be used throughout pregnancy and following birth to encourage overall well-being, ease occasional stress, help navigate natural hormonal changes, and support family members and caregivers. View full article →