Elemental Healing Solutions

09/09/2025

🌿 Why did I write about chlorophyll?
Because so many of my patients come to me with one very real — and often overlooked — concern: body odor. Clinically, this is called bromhidrosis.

Most providers don’t know what to say beyond “try a stronger deodorant or antiperspirant.” But odor doesn’t always come just from the armpits — and topical fixes don’t always solve the root issue.

That’s where chlorophyll caught my attention. 💚 In practice, it’s been a surprisingly helpful inside-out solution for patients who feel frustrated or embarrassed. And I love it because I can use it safely with my pediatric patients and with older patients already taking multiple medications and worried about interactions.

✨ Everyone benefits in more ways than one — from reducing body odor to supporting gut health, skin clarity, and overall wellness.

I wrote The Green Clean: How Chlorophyll Can Help Tackle Body Odor to share the science, the clinical insight, and a more holistic approach for this common (but rarely talked about) concern.

👉 Tap the link in bio to read the full post.

07/20/2025

Hi friends,
I wanted to share something really dear to my heart. Back in February, I had the privilege of being “Mystery Reader” for my son’s class. I was told that the theme had to be Kite related, and I didn’t really like any of the existing stories I found about kites at the time. I wanted to present a story that had a meaning and purpose and I wanted to have some heartfelt points of reflection for A and his classmates.
Part of being a Mystery Reader is you get to bring in a snack for everyone or do a craft / activity.
You know I’m a health nut, so the kids probably wouldn’t like my “snacks”, so we went with “activity”.
I wrote this short and sweet story for the attention span of a 5-9 year old, about the value of family, friends, and community in guiding and grounding our kiddos as they soar to great heights - in a way that a child could clearly understand meaning. It comes complete with an activity and reflections at the end (dont worry - no “healthy recipes” included).
I hope you’ll share this with your loved ones and nieces, nephews, friends, etc. This message means alot to me and your support is reflective of this message of how we all lift each other up.

https://amzn.to/4lwehlA

04/17/2025

TCA peels are minimal downtime, minimal discomfort procedures which address acne, acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, skin texture, skin hydration, and fine lines. Check out this quick-read blog post to learn more and find out what you can expect and how to take care of your skin post procedurally.

04/14/2025

What if the secret to glowing skin and fuller hair isn’t in a serum—but in a beam of light?
As a dermatology provider, I’m breaking down the science (and the hype) behind red light therapy, phototherapy, and what really works.
Let there be light—and let there be truth to educate consumers.
✨🔗Click the link in bio to read the full blog!✨

What if the secret to glowing skin and fuller hair isn’t in a serum—but in a beam of light?As a dermatology provider, I’m breaking down the science (and the ...

04/14/2025

Light has been used as a healing tool in both alternative and western medicine for ages. Phototherapy and red light therapy are both evidence-based complementary treatments for many skin and hair conditions. They reduce inflammation, regulating mitochondria and promoting healing. As this knowledge becomes more mainstream, everyone is jumping on the red light wagon. Before you purchase a home-device, a word of caution: not all devices are made the same.
Click the ✨🔗Link in my Bio ✨ to learn how to be an educated consumer when it comes to these at-home treatments. Let there be knowledge and let there be light.

03/02/2025

Homocysteine status is an often overlooked risk factor for numerous medical conditions, many of which the associations are not well recognized by the mainstream medical community. An elevated serum homocysteine is attributed to a number of risk factors. Learn more about which vitamin deficiencies, lifestyle factors, medications, and medical conditions can cause hyperhomocysteinemia and what you can do about it.
👉 Link to Health & Wellness Blog in Bio 👈

10/23/2024

In my Dermatology clinic, many parents of patients come to me looking for natural remedies to treat skin viruses.
“The Most Natural Remedy…” I tell them: “… is Prevention.”
And when prevention is not an option and their child has Molluscum Contagiosum or Warts, the two most common viral skin conditions we see in the pediatric population, I share my go-to evidence based alternative therapies for their children.

✨⭐️🌟Link In Bio🌟⭐️✨

11/26/2023

As a holistic health coach, and a busy, working single mom to three young, developing kiddos, I’m continuously on the quest for healthy nutrient packed snacks.

Sometimes that search looks like me scrolling through Pinterest or plant based cookbooks for inspiration … and then loading the kids into a car, grocery shopping, and then prepping / cooking… the good old fashioned way that takes precious time. There’s alot of good that comes with lovingly making your own whole food recipes.

BUT

Many of my clients simply don’t have the time. And I get that.

Enter Amazon…

Now, I’m not typically a fan of boxed and packaged foods… and if I am… they have to have:

✅ whole food products

✅ minimal ingredient list (typically under 5 ingredients)

✅ flavor and personality

✅ enjoyable texture

✅ a decent fiber and nutrient profile

Because I’m not just buying for me… I’ve got three picky eaters to contend with as well!

So when I checked these out on Amazon, I was surprised to find Popped Water Lilly Seeds were even better than I expected when they showed up at my door.

Small batch, Small business, and Women owned… I wanted to give Vinita a shout out for making these yummy snacks for my family and yours with love. I can’t wait to try what else she cooks up!

Thankyou, Vinita, for helping people on their best health journeys to fuel good and feel great!

Find the link for these delicious and satisfying snacks here:

https://amzn.to/3QUfnJU

11/26/2023

Just made a batch with home grown lemon balm and herbs from Rebecca's Herbal Apothecary

We’re sharing a recipe today to help you drift off into dreamland… our Soothing Sleep Tea!

We blended this recipe with a base herb, supporting herb, and two synergist herbs to create a well-rounded formulation, and we’re sharing some guidance on tea formulation here to get you thinking about how to make your own tasty, effective tea blends! 🫖

🌿 Base Herbs
A base herb should help support the main purpose of your tea blend. It will make up a majority (40-70%) of the formula, so it’s best to choose herbs that have a pleasant or neutral flavor profile and avoid herbs that are strong, intense, or bitter.

🌿 Supportive Herbs
These herbs provide support to the lead herbs by either strengthening or enhancing their properties or having a similar effect or flavor. Supportive herbal ingredients usually take up around 20-40% of a tea blend.

🌿 Synergist Herbs
These are the ingredients that help round out the other herbs by either synergizing or harmonizing the effects and overall potency of a formula. They should make up about 10-20% of your tea blend and can have a more potent flavor profile or stronger energetic action than the other categories.

SOOTHING SLEEP TEA

🌙 1 cup dried chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) (base herb)
🌙 ½ cup dried lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) (supporting herb)
🌙 ¼ cup dried rose (Rosa spp.) petals (synergist herb)
🌙 1 tablespoon dried lavender (Lavandula officinalis) (synergist herb)

DIRECTIONS

Place all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl. Gently mix with a large spoon until all of the herbs are blended.
Store in an air-tight container for up to one year.
To use, steep 1 tablespoon of dried herbs in 8 fluid ounces of boiling water, cover, and let sit for 5-15 minutes.
Strain and enjoy!

Learn more about formulating tea blends over on the blog:
https://theherbalacademy.com/tea-blends/

Rest well tonight, friends! 😌

10/28/2023

Do you suffer with anxiety?
Chest Pain? Palpitations?

It’s important to seek medical care for these symptoms, and also important to know their relationship as well as their differences.

Soldier’s Heart Syndrome, first recognized during the time of the Civil War is a common occurrence in modern society. With mental and physical health concerns on the rise, the more we understand the connection between mind and body, the more we can take ownership of our health.

Unconditionally wishing you peace, love and support, no matter where you are on your journey at this moment. ✨

08/25/2023

WONDERING WHAT TO DO WITH VALERIAN? TRY THIS!

🌼🌿 Pain-be-Gone Valerian Cordial! 🌿🌼

Valerian root, renowned for its ability to soothe aches, pains, and stress, often comes with an earthy taste and scent that doesn’t agree with many of us. This valerian cordial recipe transforms this experience into something truly enjoyable!

In this formula, valerian joins forces with willow (Salix alba), which not only balances valerian's robust aroma but also boasts a fascinating history. Did you know that willow is where the salicylic acids, later used in aspirin, were originally discovered? It's been an age-old analgesic used by cultures like the Cree, Huron, Mohawk, and Cherokee (Herbal Academy, n.d.).

By adding vanilla extract (Vanilla planifolia), known for its uplifting effects, and maple syrup to the mix, our cordial turns these herbs into sweet supporters of your well-being.

Sip away and feel better!
Blog article: https://theherbalacademy.com/valerian-cordial/

08/24/2023

To honor Lauri Carleton, the courageous retail shop owner who was shot in cold blood after an argument about a rainbow Pride flag hanging outside her business, I wanted to share a deliberate call to action to friends and colleagues to increase awareness and inclusion of the LGBTQ community.

The Safe Zone Project is a wonderful place to start. If Allies can give their life defending everyone’s rights to freedom of authentic individual expression, I encourage you to give two hours of your time to surprise yourself with how much you actually didn’t know about sexuality and gender expression and identity.

“I think that we all are really accepting but things change and sometimes we might not have the awareness or the knowledge to back up our value of acceptance. Always good to brush up on our understanding.”

“I would like to think of myself as a very accepting person, and I know that I have some areas of growth as well. However, it’s not easy to know what you don’t know and training helps highlight some gaps that we may not be able to see we have.”

Take the initiative and find the course at:

https://thesafezoneproject.com/curriculum/

- if you work in medicine, education, customer service, Human Resources, hospitality, service, etc.
- if you have a friend or relative you’d like to support
- if you want to make society inclusive for all and dispel fear and assumptions with knowledge and informed perspective
- if you’re a human trying to live your best life and want other humans to have access to the same privileges.

I’ll show you mine 👇 now show me yours and tag The Safe Zone Project ❤️💛🧡💚💙💜🖤🤍