Plant wisdom is the foundation of The Alchemist’s Kitchen, and we believe that by learning about botanical medicine, you can become your own healer. Learn about different potent herbs from our herbalists and teachers so you can ground yourself, sleep better, and stress less.
The holidays are quickly approaching. As we usher in a pandemic holiday season, post-vaccination, some of us may be gathering with family and loved ones for the first time, in a long…
In many religions, practices, and rituals, smoke cleansing is a prevalent way to purify a space or individual. Smudging, the act of burning sage or other herb bundles, is a distinctly Native…
Where there is nature, there is bound to be medicine. Rainforests, and in particular the Amazon, are really no different. With the lush greenery, humid air, and vivacious fauna, rainforests offer a…
An iconic symbol of autumn abundance, chrysanthemum flowers are emblematic of the seasonal shift from the warmth of summer to the chill of fall. Celebrated for centuries as an herbal ally, these…
The past year has made us all think differently about our health and immunity. As we transition from one season to another and approach colder days, it is important to begin to…
Po´ten`tize v. t. – To render the latent power of (anything) available. For thousands of years, stories were the mortar that held together the past and the future. The ability to survive through…
Mucuna pruriens, often referred to as the ‘Velvet Bean’ is a mood-boosting and nutrient-dense food and medicine. Mucuna pruriens is the Latin name for this bean-producing vine, native to India and some…
Chocolate Mint (Mentha x piperita f. citrata ‘chocolate’) is one of the most delightful and delicious herbs on this green earth! This plant is a joy to incorporate into the culinary aspects…
It’s a not-so-dirty little secret that most of today’s leading meditation teachers were interested in drugs. By “drugs,” of course, I don’t mean alcohol or Oxycontin, but rather that subset of chemicals…
I grew up among women who cooked everything—all the meals for their families, and most every kind of food. From barbecue burgers and potato salad to French toast, and intricate cookies passed…
Alchemy – in its most plain terms – is “the process of taking something ordinary and turning it into something extraordinary”. I can’t think of a more fitting way to describe kelp…
When it comes to refreshing summer drinks, there’s no shortage of options—from iced tea to lemonade, from rosé to hard seltzer, from margaritas to Pina Coladas, there’s something to suit almost everyone’s…
We’ve all learned how important it is to eat a balanced diet to ensure whole-body health. But did you know that certain foods and herbal medicines can support the health of specific…
The strong and mighty ginger stands as a pillar of natural medicine throughout centuries. From fighting nausea to aiding in digestion, ginger is a powerful plant that promises results. In the same…
This past year has been extremely difficult for all of us: individually, in the community, and as a global society. A deadly pandemic rages on and still, we see a seemingly constant…
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