Author: Carolyn Smith-Kizer

  • Creating Anti-Inflammatory Daily Rituals for Lasting Health

    Introduction Did you know that chronic inflammation is linked to nearly every major health concern? As a 75-year-old vitalist clinical herbalist and 20+ year cancer survivor, I’ve discovered the transformative power of anti-inflammatory daily rituals. Let’s explore how you can incorporate these practices into your life for lasting health and vitality! Key Takeaways: Anti-Inflammatory Daily…

  • Supporting Your Body’s Natural Balance During Holiday Celebrations

    As we approach the New Year’s celebrations, many of us are planning festive gatherings with friends and family. While moderation is always the wisest choice, traditional wisdom and modern research offer insights into supporting our body’s natural balance during and after celebrations with anti-inflammatory natural hangover recovery herbs and foods. Key Takeaways: Natural Hangover Recovery…

  • Inaugural 12-team college football playoffs . . .

    If the impossible were to happen and the Boise State Broncos were to win this year’s inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff, it would become the only team in the nation to have won all three college division football championships–Junior College, State College, and University . . . Well, they didn’t win . . . But…

  • Evergreens for Winter Solstice Medicine & Traditions

    As we approach the winter solstice, traditionally known as Grianstad an Gheimhridh in Celtic tradition, we enter a time of profound stillness when the sun appears to pause in its journey. This astronomical event, occurring annually around December 21st in the Northern Hemisphere, marks our longest night and shortest day, carrying deep significance in traditional…

  • Herbal Home Fresheners: Simple Steps for a Chemical-Free Environment

    Walking into a home filled with artificial fragrances can feel like an assault on the senses. The air becomes thick with synthetic scents wafting from plug-in devices, laundry products, and sprays – a common scenario in modern homes. Recent studies have found synthetic fragrances in 98% of homes surveyed in North America (Anderson et al.,…

  • The Gut-Heart Connection: Top 10 Herbs That Support Both Digestive and Cardiovascular Health

    The intimate connection between gut health and cardiovascular wellness has become increasingly clear through modern research. Traditional herbalism has long recognized this relationship, offering natural solutions that support both systems simultaneously. This comprehensive guide explores the most effective herbs that promote both digestive and heart health. Recent scientific research illuminates the intricate relationship between digestive…

  • Menopause Acne and Anti-Inflammatory Herbs: A Guide to Use

    As a clinical herbalist, I focus on educating and informing my clients about the supportive benefits of herbs, foods, and lifestyle choices. During the hormonal changes of menopause, many women experience skin challenges like breakouts. From my perspective as a wise woman and herbalist, there are several key factors to address, and I utilize an…

  • Time-Restricted Eating for Inflammation Management

    Imagine waking up each morning and giving your body an extraordinary gift – one that doesn’t cost a penny, yet could profoundly support your wellness journey! As a 75-year-old vitalist herbalist with over two decades of personal experience in supporting my own wellness, I’ve discovered that when we eat can be just as important as…

  • Laughter for Inflammation: Joy and Herbs for Wellness

    In the 4th century BCE, Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine, recognized something profound about human wellness – the power of laughter. He would send people to the “Hall of Comics” to lift their spirits, understanding intuitively what science now confirms about the connection between joy and physical well-being (Fry & Sapolsky, 2023). As a…