Hawthorn Herald: Winter 2020! happy new year!
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Hawthorn Holistic Health 2020!
Winter has slowly but surely arrived, along with the NEW DECADE! There are few new and important updates we want to make sure you all hear about.
Say GOODBYE to reminder calls and HELLO to the HAWTHORN APP! Our app is LIVE in the Android and Apple stores. The app allows you to quickly see your bloodwork, check and resolve balances, message our team, contact the doctor, and more. Due to countless hours of our awesome team’s time being spent talking to your voicemails, we decided to let go of the reminder calls and embrace 2020. Patients have the option for appointment reminders to be sent via email, using the app, or using the online portal anytime to check your appointment details. And of course, please still call in whenever you need to. :)
We do a lot of our communication through social media, which we realize only reaches patients who have found and followed us on these platforms. Even if you do not use a social media account yourself (good job!), you can still visit our public business page, to check out the events and the feed from time to time to see what’s new-- cleanses, events, lectures, and apothecary treats. You know we are always up to something! www.facebook.com/hawthornholistichealth/
We will also be doing our best to post more of our events and herbal offerings through a blog on our website, so check in on that from time to time to see if there is anything new. https://hawthornholistichealth.com/hawthorn-herald
We also now have an online apothecary where you can make purchases through our ONLINE store for events, cleanses, sauna packages, and refills.
What’s New in the Hawthorn Apothecary?
Cacao Cordyceps Clean Energy
Organic cacao, cordyceps mushroom, Hawthorn and rosehips
Simple, sweet, stimulating superfoods that are actually yummy to drink. Cacao has theobromine, which is similar to caffeine but not the same. Cacao contains theobromine, serotonin, tryptophan, and a boatload of antioxidants that are important for mood, alertness, stamina, heart health and balancing inflammation. Cordyceps is a SUPER mushroom-- used for centuries for stress management, energy, strength, and vitality. We now know it works on the adrenals and liver detox pathways to create these benefits. Rosehips are sweet, delicious bites of summer sun, loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants for everything from the immune system to healthy skin. Hawthorn adds to the liver, heart, mind, and taste benefits.
IMMUNE AND MUSHROOM
BROTH BUILDERS
These soup stocks combine immune boosting roots, berries, barks, and mushrooms to create a stock, broth, or soup for a tasty and powerful immune support. Immune Defense is a classic change of season, immune supportive antiviral combo of astragalus, reishi, shiitake, and goji berries. Umam-I-MMUNE is a powerhouse blend of our fungi friends, and are great for balancing the immune response and promoting health throughout any season--shiitake, maitake, cordyceps, chaga, and reishi.
u·ma·mi
/o͞oˈmämē/
noun
a category of taste in food (besides sweet, sour, salt, and bitter), corresponding to the flavor. Japanese, literally ‘deliciousness’.
HAWTHORN GOLDEN MILK button jars:
27 servings of goodness in a little, reusable glass jar (BPA free lid) that is cute as a button!
FIRE CIDER
Look out for the Fire Cider post on our blog for the detailed “how-to and why-would-yous” of fire cider. This traditional remedy combines a few standard ingredients, with great room for creative flavor exploration. Traditional fire cider is a combination of garlic, onions, ginger, lemon, rosemary, turmeric, horseradish, and peppers in an apple cider vinegar extract. It has traditionally been used as an immune booster and preventative throughout the cold and flu season. As a warming, spicy circulation promoting formula is a a must have for those who frequently get sinus congestion. This can be imbibed on its own-- or used as a dressing/condiment on your foods.
Dr. C. took inspiration from some vibrantly-vital organic galangal she spotted at Thyme and Season on a lunch break and developed our Hawthorn Thai-Zing Red Fire Cider [hawthorn berries, hibiscus, ginger, galangal, garlic, cilantro, cherry bomb peppers, shishito peppers, lime, lemon, daikon radish, lemongrass, local honey and organic braggs apple cider vinegar]. We only have a few bottles of this, so snag it while it’s here; then make some of your own at home! Click here for a link to Rosemary Gladstar’s teaching about making your own fire cider and here for a link to their new book with a variety of fire cider recipes.
Remember, Hawthorn Botanical Blends and superfood powders are available in various options-- loose leaf, jar, or tea bag. If you know you are getting loose leaf teas, bring a jar from home to help reduce waste :) Storing the herbs in a jar at home will keep them freshest too.
Using loose leaf tea is the BEST way to get high quality medicinal herbs at a great price. The teas can then be made with a reusable tea ball or french press at home, brewed and strained or if you are really committed to on the go tea, simply bag your own! It is super easy, fast, and can be a nice little moment to set intention, see and value the medicines, breath, and be present in the moment. You can read more about the pros and cons of tea bags versus loose leaf here.
Your Natural Family & Children’s Health
Keeping children healthy during the school year or when entering daycare can feel like an uphill climb. Parents can often stress themselves to extremes when worrying about their children. Can anyone relate to the panic when you get notification that a child in your kid’s class has Strep? The flu? Hand foot and mouth? Not to mention the difficulty of caring for your child when they do get sick.
If this is a concern for your family, schedule an appointment with Dr. Robinson to talk about preventative options that are safe and effective to protect your family. And don’t forget, when they do get sick, Dr. Robinson can help you manage the illness in the most effective manner, without suppressing the immune response or causing havoc to the child’s delicate microbiome.
This link shows the CDC’s guidelines for appropriate antibiotic use.
SHARED SPACE COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE & EVENTS
Self Care Saturdays
Community Acupuncture and IR Sauna Hours
One Saturday per month
10-1
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New Moon Acu Nidra Healing Sessions
Shared Space Simple Opening Acupuncture, Yoga Nidra, Singing Bowls
One Wednesday per month 5:30-6:30
Limited space, sign up in advance
2/19, 3/25, 4/22
$30 per, 2 for $54, 3 for $78
Upcoming Cleanse Dates:
Feb Feels Feb 3rd 10 day mini cleanse and detox [Happening now]
Spring Cleaning March 19th 21 day cleanse and system reset
Visit our website cleanse page & follow @hawthorncleansebuddies for more info on our cleanses
and whole food cooking inspiration !
Valentine’s Day Fun: Alluring Aphrodisiac Love Blends
We have a limited quantity of house blended aphrodisiac love tonics! Now, these tonics will not make anyone fall in love with you or turn you into an insta- Casanova. BUT- simply put, optimal reproductive health is reflective of overall health. Use these tonics as a boost for your own self love, or as a shared intention with your loved one to make space for romance. Read more about the benefits and history of some of the herbs used in these below.
APHRODISIACs are herbs and foods traditionally used (and now researched) to boost libido, change blood flow, and enhance sexual performance. The truth is, many of these famous love tonics are actually anxiety fighting and cortisol managing herbs! Meaning they do their magic, simply by helping partners relax and let go of all the racing thoughts from the day and insecurities that cloud the modern mind and mood. These herbs also tend to enhance sociability, curb irritability, and boost confidence-- helping with performance anxiety. An additional action of aphrodisiac herbs is to enhance blood flow and decrease inflammation, also known as cardiovascular tonics. Look out for an aphrodisiac herb post on the blog soon.
HOW APHRODISIAC HERBS BENEFIT HEALTH & LONGEVITY
→ relaxation, anxiety reduction, sociability, irritability modulating
→ enhance blood flow, decrease inflammation and improve heart circulation
→ adaptogenic herbs that can improve stress tolerance, influence hormones, balance the body’s response to exercise and recovery to physical performance.
I LOVE YOU BERRY MUCH:
Damiana, Hawthorn Berry, Blueberry, Raspberry Leaf, Elderberry [Love tonics &
Yummy-antioxidant rich- berries]
CACAO BEACHES:
Damiana, Hawthorn, Cacao, Honey, Pink Himalayan Sea salt [chocolatey, sweet & salty indulgence]
COOL, CALM & COLLECTED:
Damiana, Cucumber, Juniper, Lime, Gin [Nothing to see here, just like a favorite simple crisp cocktail]
BLOSSOMING HEART:
Damiana, Hawthorn, Rose, Linden Flower[Fresh, Sweet, Devine, Heart tonics]
LIGHT MY FIRE:
Damiana, Ginger, Ginkgo, Hawthorn berry, Cinnamon, Cayenne (optional) [Gets the blood pumping! Warming, circulation tonics to spice things up]
RELAX & UNWIND:
Damiana, Elderflower, Avena, Hawthorn[nutritive, relaxing, nerve tonics]
MEET ME ON THE DANCE FLOOR: Damiana, Schisandra, Smilax, Ginger, Lemon [energizing, upbeat, warming, make ya wanna shake your groove thing]
LAVENDER LEMON LOVERS Damiana, Lavender, Lemon, Hawthorn [ zzzz zzzz zzzz perfect for a cozy night in
Cosmetic Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture:
Facial acupuncture is a non-surgical, gentle approach to anti-aging! Needles are placed to help stimulate collagen production, relax or tonify muscles, brighten the complexion, and harmonize underlying issues in order reduce the appearance of fine lines, sagging skin, and wrinkles-- while also working to rebalance the root causes behind their appearance! Guided meditation and aromatherapy often accompany a 60-90 minute appointment. As a cosmetic alternative, this is a service not covered spa service, offered in packages, which are repeated weekly for 2-6 months for best results. There are also applications for other skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, etc. Are you interested?! Fill out this survey
If you're interested in learning what all the buzz is about, visit the articles below to learn more:
Happy Chinese New Year! 2020 is the Year of the Rat
Traditional Chinese Medicine World Foundation Blog Post: Metal Element and Rat Spirit
“ As the Rat is the first animal sign in the Lunar calendar, 2020 is not only the start of a new decade, but also the beginning of a new 12-year cycle. Symbolically, the start of a new cycle is met with a renewed sense of excitement and potential.
Each element has a high swing and a low swing. This year’s element is on the high swing, which can work both for and against you. Metal conducts electricity, so you can say this element is electric! Energetically, Metal relates to Lung energy and also supports digestive health. If your Lung energy isn’t strong, you may notice issues with your digestion, lungs or skin this coming year. But as with everything, you have the opportunity to use this new change to your advantage. What power this fresh start holds for all of Nature and its beings! If, at the beginning of this energy pattern, we can align ourselves with Nature’s energy flow, we will enjoy greater health for the next 12 years.
The Year of the Metal Rat brings energy and promise (Metal) with resourcefulness and a bit of underlying worry (Rat)....While rats have been given a bad rap over the ages, research shows that rats are empathetic creatures that often display a strong desire to help other rats. Rat mothers are also extremely nurturing, teaching their children by example and putting their lives in danger to protect their pups. Extremely adaptable, rats conform to any environment they inhabit. Better yet, they often thrive and multiply, as long as there is a constant source of food. Clearly the Eastern world knows something we in the West have yet to latch onto.
In Chinese culture, rats are a symbol of fortune and plenty. Those born under this sign are known to be quick, witty, resourceful and independent. They are successful in their risk-taking ventures. Metal Rats in particular are reliable and financially savvy. They are often able to turn unlucky events in their favor. Rats are protectors, caring for those in their social network. While Rats, in general, are highly successful, a deeply-rooted sense of worry and lack of confidence can creep up and impede their progress. This year, Rats will be met with many challenges, but will balance that with an equal amount of successes.”
Dates for our Docs Upcoming Speaking Engagements:
Dr. Chimileski
3/14 Medicinal Mushrooms: Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association Annual Conference Mohegan Sun
4/16 Medicinal Mushrooms: Immune Balance in the Kitchen. Thyme and Season 7pm
Dr. Robinson
3/18 Acid Reflux North Haven Public Library 630
4/02 Acid Reflux Thyme and Season 7pm
4/1 Both will be out of the office to moderate and speak at the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine
SMART SPRING:
Be Prepared for Lyme Prevention
This winter has been very mild, which can set the scene for a stronger tick population in the following year. We highly value the health benefits of being in nature but advise our patients to be both cautious and prepared for tick bites.
If you get a tick bite- take it seriously. Save the tick so you can have it tested. Monitor the area of the bite for rashes and skin changes, take pictures to document etc. Treating the problem as soon as you are aware of it is much better than chasing it after years of chronic concerns. Work with your doctor to build your immune defenses, wear deterrent sprays (we make an essential oil based one or there are many readily available at health food store). Remember to use strategies outlined in the images to deter and find ticks.
Though Lyme disease and the common coinfections are widespread across the US, Connecticut remains ground zero for this terrible illness. Most people in the Nutmeg State have their own experience or that of a close relative or friend who has been afflicted by this infection. Many of these also know the difficulty of going through months or years of chronic Lyme symptoms without effective treatment. As you might guess, at Hawthorn, we take a holistic approach to treating infections that includes treatments directed at biofilm destruction, lymphatic and detox support as well as natural antimicrobials. We have numerous botanical and nutritional treatments that work in a coordinated fashion to restore balance in these difficult and extreme cases.
...Speaking of prevention...Remember to start your local honey, nettles tea, and homeopathic remedies NOW for a better spring allergy season too.