S ∙ A ∙ F ∙ F ∙ L ∙ O ∙ W ∙ E ∙ R the heart healthy flower ⚘⚘⚘ Safflower is an herbaceous little crop that thrives in hot dry climates, and it is believed to have been domesticated somewhere in the Fertile Crescent, also called the "cradle of civilization," about 4,000 years ago. The Fertile Crescent is found in the Middle East in a region where the soil is rich and the water is abundant. The region's natural riches led to an exchange of culture and ideas and soon enough, Safflower made its way through the world. READ MORE ON THE HEART HEALTHY PROPERTIES OF SAFFLOWER ⬇ ☀️ Safflower, commonly mistaken for saffron, has a rich...
Happy Morning. Happy You. Put some intention into your morning routine! As we are transitioning out of the playfulness of summertime and into the productive nature of the fall season, we are building and establishing routines to keep us focused, energized and organized. When you build routines into your life, you unleash the magical power of focus and intentionality-the two things that help us reach our full potential! Here are 4 things you can do starting tomorrow! ⬇ 1: BE CONSISTENT. Step number one is to wake up at the same time each day, which will be easier if you go to sleep at the same time each night. Quality sleep is the first stepping stone to improving your productivity,...
YOGA PAIRING try the campfire essential oil blend with these relaxing poses The Campfire Essential Oil Blend 4 parts Sweet Orange, 2 parts Frankincense, & 1 part Ginger A scent as old as time, the aroma of a campfire inspired this combination! This blend is intended to create grounding effects that inspire you to look inward, while also strengthening the immune system, and promoting healthy cellular turnover. Try pairing the campfire essential oil blend with these yoga poses in the evening to wind down from the day. ⬇︎⬇︎⬇︎ 1. Mindful Breathing Sit or lie down comfortably, and breathe in deeply and fully. Close your eyes and focus on your breath. Breathe in to the count of 5, completely filling the lungs, and...
💚 GREEN CHILE 💚 the history & health benefits of New Mexico's favorite spice Green chile plays a significant role in New Mexican culture and runs deep in our roots. Dating back all the way to 1600, green chile has flourished in the sun-drenched valleys of southern New Mexico, and we put it in pretty much everything - even on our license plates! Hatch, New Mexico, is a tiny little town made up of mostly farmland, and is the birthplace of the widely popularized Green Chile that we know and love today. Some plots of farmland that grew chile hundreds of years ago are still in use today to produce the same crop! The town is also known as the chile...
Paper Filters & Reusable Infusers: how to pick the perfect one for you 🌿 🌿 🌿 Compared to pre-packaged tea, loose leaf tea is the winner hands down. For starters, loose leaf is a lot higher quality, while pre-packaged tea bags use low grade tea called "dust" or "fannings." While pre-packaged tea can be convenient, using loose leaf can be just as easy AND you get a more flavorful cup. READ MORE ON HOW TO USE LOOSE LEAF TEA INFUSERS ⬇ 100 Paper Filters: For On The Go Paper filters are basically the same thing as pre-packaged tea bags, except you have to load the filter yourself - which takes three seconds! Plus, the paper infusers have lots of room...
