Nourished Root Apothecary

07/03/2025

Fermented foods have gained a lot of attention in recent years—and for good reason! They offer a wide range of health benefits, especially when it comes to supporting gut health. More and more research is highlighting the strong connection between a healthy gut and overall well-being.

Unfortunately, the balance of beneficial microbes in our digestive system can easily be disrupted by factors like highly processed foods, frequent medication use, and a lack of fresh fruits and vegetables. That’s why, whenever someone asks me about supplements, I always start by looking at their diet first.

Personally, I like to begin my mornings with something fermented paired with a source of protein. This combination helps me feel fuller longer and keeps my blood sugar levels more stable throughout the day. Lately, my go-to has been kimchi—the capsicum and garlic offer an extra layer of support for my immune system and digestion. If that feels a little too adventurous, sauerkraut is a great, milder alternative. I tend to avoid kombucha first thing in the morning due to its sugar content.

06/17/2025

Growing Pains — In the Best Way! 💚 UPDATE BELOW

🫒I have decided to hold off on the storefront for a bit longer. At this point I feel most comfortable having one on one interaction with anyone interested in something I make. If there's something you'd like to order or if you have a question please reach out via messenger! Thank you. 🫚

Good morning, everyone!

First off, THANK YOU for all the love and support — I’m absolutely blown away by how many of you have followed this page over the past week. It means the world to me!

Second... please bear with me 😅 My original plan was to quietly launch this page, invite a few friends, get some feedback, and slowly figure things out while setting up a storefront. Well… that’s not what happened 😂 The support came flooding in — and I’m beyond grateful! But yes, the storefront is still in the works, and I’m working hard behind the scenes to catch up.

Third, up until now, everything I’ve made has been custom or small-batch — so I don’t have a ton of inventory yet. Items will come in and out of stock as I get a better feel for what you all want and scale up accordingly. Tinctures, in particular, take time to craft. I grow many of the ingredients myself to ensure top-notch quality, which means that sometimes things may be out of stock while I wait on nature’s timeline.

Thank you so much for your patience and support as I grow this little business into something bigger. I’m so excited to have you along for the ride! 🌱

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06/14/2025

Current price list:

Balance Tincture
1 oz. $15
2 oz. $25
4 oz. $35

All other tinctures
1 oz. $10
2 oz. $15
4 oz. $20

Parasite Cleanse $45

Tea blends $12

Initial 15 minute consultation for something you'd like me to do a quick look into is free.

If you require anything beyond an hour of research there will be a charge that we can discuss before I do the work.

ATTENTION: Currently Peach and Joy are available in 1 oz only, thank you for your understanding.

06/13/2025

A Bit About Me and Why I Do What I Do

Hi, I’m Christen—a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. My journey into natural health began years ago, shaped by parents with a bit of a hippie spirit who leaned on whole foods and common sense more often than medication. I raised my three daughters the same way—not avoiding modern medicine, but trusting my God-given intuition to know when rest and nourishment were enough to support healing.

Several years ago, a close family member began experiencing intense reactions to various foods and medications. That sparked a deep dive into research for me, which eventually led me to formal studies in herbalism. Since then, I’ve been creating herbal formulas to help people in my immediate circle—friends and family with specific needs. I’ve discovered that I truly enjoy the process: reading medical journals, digging into research papers, and finding out-of-the-box solutions to real-life problems.

About three years ago, that same family member developed complications from a prescription for type 2 diabetes. In response, I formulated Balance—a natural blend to help their body regulate blood sugar. They began taking it three times a day and gradually reduced to “as needed.” Their latest labs showed an A1C of 5.1—the lowest it’s ever been!

Other remedies followed:

Relief was made for someone suffering from migraines.

Peace and Joy were created for a family member seeking alternatives to antidepressants.

Rest helped a friend transition off nightly Benadryl for sleep.

Strength was developed after a loved one was diagnosed with osteoporosis and wanted to pursue herbal remineralization.

Restored came about in 2020, during a time when everyone was fighting “what was going around.”

Revival was crafted for my cough-syrup-loving husband—because sometimes, the ones we love test us most 😊

And my Parasite Cleanse was made for a friend working in a veterinary clinic who wanted a gentle, natural option.

And so, here we are. I’ve built a small but powerful collection of remedies—and now I’m ready to share them beyond my circle. If you need support, or want help researching your own wellness path, I’d love to hear from you. Just reach out.