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Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · 2h

Overlooked health hacks in the kitchen: Turmeric: Anti-inflammatory powerhouse. Ginger: Digestion and a circulatory booster. Cinnamon: Helps with blood sugar, sustained energy. Cayenne: Metabolism, improved nutrient absorption. Garlic: Potent natural antibiotic and immune booster! #FoodasMedicine

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Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Aug 20

People underestimate the power of herbs to heal. They’re gentle and take time to work for the most part, though there are some that work quickly. Herbs, diet and lifestyle improvements can often make remarkable, positive health changes. As a clinical herbalist, I’ve seen this happen to my clients.

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jul 31

I found this scraggly German Chamomile plant in the strip of land outside the hospital. It looks like it's been trampled. Plants really do want to help us - even being available on hospital grounds!

Chamomile is excellent for soothing digestive troubles and calming the body in general.

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jul 13

Enjoyed a herb walk at the lovely Ferguson Forest, including the indigenous space.

www.fergusonforestcentre.ca/visit/indige...

We learned a ton and it seemed every step we took included another medicinal herb! Thanks to Rebecca and Lorraine for the educational tour!

#medicinalplants #herbwalk

Herbalist leading herb walk and her partner, indigenous educator

Indigenous educator talking about sacred space

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Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jul 1

I grow herbs & food in my garden & also basil, lettuce in my gazebo. My daughter bought the live lettuce trio. I put it in water & it’s growing more lettuce.

Basil is nutritious/tasty. Toss some in to chopped tomatoes/cucumbers/seasoned salt!

#medicinalherbs #growingherbsathome #growyourowngarden

Basil and lettuce growing in containers on an outdoor table.

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · May 25

The rain has been good for the rhubarb! The first big harvest this year and dessert, of course…. 😏

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · May 18

If you'd like more information or to book, send me a DM!

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · May 18

My elderberry tree last year. I cut it right back to 1-foot twigs in the start of the year, as there's not much room for it to expand. By around mid-summer, it was wider than my outstretched arms. I'm hoping for the same this year!

The flowers and cooked or dried berries have medicinal properties.

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Apr 25

Herbalism isn't the rejection of conventional medicine. It's the recognition that both approaches have valuable tools for different situations. #herbalmedicine #healingherbs #plantmedicine

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Apr 24

A phytotherapist, also known as a medical herbalist, takes a holistic approach to health using the power of plants. They're trained to understand how herbs can affect the body and work with people to address root causes of their health issues, not just the symptoms.

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Power of Phytotherapy and the Expertise of Medical Herbalists

A phytotherapist, also known as a medical herbalist, takes a holistic approach to health using the power of plants. They're trained to understand how herbs can affect the body and work with people to…

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Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Apr 23

To make dandelion-infused oil, let freshly-picked flowers wilt overnight. Pack into a small Mason jar and cover with olive oil (or oil of your choice). Sit in a windowsill and rotate jar daily; make sure flowers stay covered in the oil. After 6 weeks, strain oil and use on skin or in massage.

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Apr 23

Not sure if you're ready to try making a dandelion green salad just yet? There are a couple of fun things you can try - dandelion leaf tea and dandelion massage oil. Pick some dandelion leaves and place in a mug. Add boiling water and let leaves steep. Add honey and a slice of lemon, then enjoy.

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Apr 22

Rather than spraying to get rid of dandelions in your lawn, why not go out to pick them to enjoy the free food and medicine? 🙂 See my previous post.

⁉️ Did you know that the white substance you see from a dandelion stalk is latex and is a source of rubber? In fact, they are using it to make tires.

Five Fun Facts About Dandelion Tires

Most people view dandelions as a nuisance. But here at Continental Tire, we embrace the flowering weed as a key component to the future of tires.

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Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Apr 22

The first dandelion has appeared in my yard! You can eat the flowers and leaves in salad, or brew a lovely dandelion leaf tea. The roasted roots make a coffee substitute. Dandelion tea is an effective diuretic and support digestive and liver health, too.

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Apr 18

In my garden:

Chives - Antioxidant, antiinflammatory.

Lemon balm - Calming, antioxidant.

Catnip - Calming, antiinflammatory

Peppermint - Digestive, pain-relieving, antiviral, antimicrobial.

Thyme - Antimicrobial, immune boosting.

Yarrow - Styptic, normalizes fluid movement in body, antiseptic

Images of chives, lemon balm, catnip, peppermint, thyme and yarrow sprouting in garden.

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jan 15

There’s a lesson here….rest when you’re tired, preferably somewhere warm and comfy!! #happyplace #dontworrybehappy #lovemycat

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jan 14

Making potato-leek soup and the best part? I’m going to try to regrow leeks from the root end and using the dark green parts to make a homemade vegetable broth when I gather enough veggie scraps. Minimize waste and maximize nutrition. #regrowvegetables #homemadefoodisthebest #potatoleeksoup

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jan 14

A lovely cup of herbal tea with raw honey and lemon before bed - nettle, peppermint, chamomile and valerian. #sleeptea #herbaltea #herbalremedies

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jan 13

A warming snack on a snowy afternoon…pakora, methi gota and mini samosas with plain yogurt and mint chutney. So good!

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Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jan 7

One of my favourite hikes when we were on vacation - so beautiful!

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Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jan 6

Congrats!

Kerry Lavigne @kerrylavigne.bsky.social · Jan 5

My best all-natural stress reduction technique…. Hugging my dog.

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