Hot climates don't just challenge your comfort, they challenge your whole system. Summer in places like Phoenix means your body is constantly working to cool down, replenish lost minerals, soothe inflammation, and maintain circulation. Most people reach for cold water. Smart herbalists reach for that too... and then they add the plants that have been doing exactly this work for thousands of years...

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