Dancing Willow Wellness

07/21/2025

Did you know that orange and yellow foods like carrots, sweet potatoes, and mangoes support eye health, skin repair, and immune function? They’re rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene, which help your body heal and thrive. What’s one orange or yellow food you can add to your next meal?

07/16/2025

During burnout, the right nutrients are essential to recovery, giving your body all the building blocks it needs to repair itself.
The kicker is that if you are in burnout, all the work that goes into making nutritious meals - meal planning, list writing, grocery shopping, and finally cooking can feel as achievable as climbing a mountain in flip-flops. The mere thought of it all can be exhausting.
In this article we’ll take a look at some strategies that can help you get the nutrition you need – without feeling overwhelmed.

Burnout can make eating well feel impossible, but nutrition is a powerful part of recovery. This article shares practical, low-effort ways to nourish your body—even on your hardest days. From no-cook meals to snack strategies, find supportive tools to help you rebuild energy, one simple step at a ...

07/14/2025

Stay Hydrated the Fun Way! Hydration isn’t just about water. Enjoy cooling, hydrating foods like watermelon, cucumbers, and citrus. Try berry teas, mint-infused water, or herbal iced teas for a refreshing change. What’s your favorite summer drink?

07/12/2025

Pineapple W**d - a hidden gem!
Often overlooked, Pineapple W**d (Matricaria discoidea) is just a few inches tall, and grows along driveways and paths, releasing a sweet pineapple scent when crushed. A close cousin of chamomile, it makes a gentle, calming tea that soothes digestion and frayed nerves. Steep the flowers for 10–15 minutes for a natural remedy—perfect for relaxation, restful sleep, or easing an upset stomach.

07/11/2025

See you tomorrow for our Summer Herb Walk!

07/07/2025

Eating a variety of colorful foods isn’t just about making meals look good—it’s about nourishing your body with essential vitamins and minerals! Each color offers unique benefits, from immune-boosting vitamin C in red foods to anti-inflammatory anthocyanins in blue and purple ones. What’s your favorite colorful food to eat daily?

07/06/2025

Join our herbalist Rebecca Graves next Saturday, to explore the wild medicinal plants in the beautiful Ferguson Forest Centre Arboretum - and help to raise funds for Mino Jichaag Mtigwaaki - Kemptville's Indigenous cultural space.

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07/05/2025

Summer is the perfect time for fresh, light meals. Opt for quick, high-heat cooking methods like stir-frying, steaming, or sautéing, and enjoy plenty of raw, seasonal foods. Try adding more color to your plate—eat the rainbow! What’s your go-to summer meal?

07/02/2025

Summer often arrives with pressure to do more. Travel. Hike. Camp. Host. Run around with a smoothie in one hand and a to-do list in the other. The season of light and warmth gets mistaken for an endless invitation to pack our schedules — and before we know it, we’re exhausted under the guise of “living our best lives.”
But what if summer wasn’t a time to maximize — but to relax?

Feeling stretched thin by summer’s fast pace? This article offers practical ways to rest, reconnect, and recharge — without stepping away from the season. From types of rest to small daily rituals, find out how to support your energy and enjoy summer without burning out.

07/01/2025

06/30/2025

Strengthen Your Boundaries!
Good communication builds connection, but strong boundaries protect your well-being. If you feel resentment, it may be a sign that a boundary needs to be set. Take a moment to check in with yourself—what’s one boundary you’d like to reinforce?