spring

Spring asks your body to shift gears... FAST! The lymphatic system starts moving more, the liver begins deeper detoxification, and the immune system reacts to increased environmental exposure (hello pollen). For those managing chronic conditions like POTS, MCAS, EDS, or chronic pain, this shift can feel even more intense.

If you have been following along here for a while, you know that I love weaving the wisdom of astrology into my herbal practice. The seasons, the planetary energies, the rhythms of nature, they all speak to each other in the most beautiful ways. And as an herbalist, tuning into those energies helps me choose plants that feel not just physically supportive, but deeply aligned with what the moment is calling for...

This is usually the time of year when I start reaching for my cooling herbs. In herbalism, we call them refrigerant herbs… plants that help cool the body, soothe internal heat, and gently bring things back into balance. I find myself turning to them after being out in the sun, when my energy feels off, or honestly, just as a daily ritual to stay supported through the season. They’re simple, but they make such a difference. So I wanted to share a few of my favorite summer herb