Seeds of Knowledge

Seeds of Knowledge

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Mushroom Facts: 4 Common Myths About Mushrooms & Mushroom Supplements, Debunked

Mushrooms and mushroom supplements are more in demand than ever. For good reason: Not only do mushrooms make delicious and nutritious additions to your favorite dishes, but they...
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Mushroom Facts: 4 Common Myths About Mushrooms & Mushroom Supplements, Debunked

Mushrooms and mushroom supplements are more in demand than ever. For good reason: Not only do mushrooms make delicious and nutritious additions to your favorite dishes, but they...
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What Is an Oxymel? Discover Its Benefits & Usage—Plus, Meet Our New Black Elderberry Tonic

Been seeing or hearing the term oxymel lately? This classic elixir is having a bit of renaissance, and we couldn’t be more excited about it. After all, at Gaia Herbs, we combine...
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Why Adrenal Health Matters, Plus How You Can Support Your Adrenal Glands

You’ve probably heard some buzz about adrenal health lately, but do you know why it’s important to have healthy adrenals—or what and where your adrenals are in the first place? ...
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What Is Biodynamic Gardening? Understanding the Basics + Advice from Our Team for Your Garden

With insight from our team of biodynamics enthusiasts: Thomas Leonard, Farm Operations Manager; Kate Renner, Farm Operations Assistant Manager; and Will Bratton, Procurement Man...
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5 Amazing Adaptogenic Herbs for Adrenal Fatigue

If you feel run-down and unfocused, you may be suffering from adrenal fatigue. Adaptogenic herbs may be able to help.* Whether it's a stressful day at work, a challenging intera...
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An Essential Guide to Black Seed: History, Benefits & Uses

Have you heard of Black Seed Oil? Black Seed Oil is extracted from the seeds of the Black Cumin plant. For a plant that has been revered for its health-supportive properties for...
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5 Best Herbs for Breastfeeding Mothers

The current recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics is for exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of your baby’s life. Then, continued breastfeeding along...
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An Essential Guide to Jujube: History, Benefits & Uses

When you hear the word “Jujube”, do you immediately think of the multi-colored gummy candies in the bright green box that were once popular staples in almost every movie theater...
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7 Tips to Support Your Immune System

Your immune system fights off infection, disease, and viruses. To help stay well all year long, it’s important to know how to support your immune system. And while there’s no se...
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Gut Health: 10 Tips for Supporting a Healthy Gut

The term “gut health” is most often used to describe how well your body processes the food you eat. While that’s true, your gut (or digestive system) also affects all other aspe...
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Prebiotics: What Are They, Their Sources, and Benefits

A healthy gut paves the way for a healthy body. You may already be familiar with how probiotics can support your digestive health, but prebiotics are just as important.* If you ...
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Gummy Vitamins and Supplements Versus Pills and Capsules: Which Form Should You Take?

Gummy vitamins and supplements are a great way to keep your body and mind healthy.* But you may wonder how gummies are different from more traditional supplement forms like pill...
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Black Elderberry 101 - Everything You Need to Know

Wondering what all the fuss over Black Elderberry is about? You’re not the only one. So, today we’d like to introduce you to this popular plant, which is one of our favorites. ...
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