Herbal Medicine Student Clinic
Approximately once a month, Alchemy & Elixir Health Group runs a low cost student clinic were we offer mini herbal medicine consultations available to the public at a reduced cost.
The consultation is either with an advanced student conducting the consultation (with the clinic supervisor, present in…
Choosing The Best Calcium Supplement
Choosing the best calcium supplement requires the skill of filtering through endless marketing choices coupled with some basic education on calcium terminology.
Calcium is a mineral required for the activation of several enzyme functions throughout the body and optimal function of all body processes. Calcium is…
The art of distillation dates back past 5000 BC. Herbal waters or hydrosols even predate
the preparation of essential oils by hundreds of years.
A huge thank you to the Georgia Straight and its readers for for voting Alchemy & Elixir Health Group as one of the top 3…
This year, I visited the Earth Sanctuary, retreat center, sacred ground and a not-for-profit nature reserve. Situated a mile outside of Freeland and before Langley,…
Having recent opportunity to teach in the certificate program “The Holistic Approach to Trauma,” at Langara College in Vancouver BC. The impact of extreme stress and the chain reaction that stress has on the body is fresh in my mind.
PSTD can be triggered from a traumatic event which creates emotional upheaval, flashbacks…
Health Risks of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)
GMO Health Risks: Dr Thierry Vrain
“Dr. Thierry Vrain, formerly Head of Biotechnology at Agriculture Canada’s Summerland Research Station, was once a supporter of GMO. He has in the last 10 years changed his position after paying attention to the flow of published…
The Therapeutic Benefits of Vitamin E
Written by Katolen Yardley, MNIMH ~ Medical Herbalist
A powerful antioxidant and used for immune system support, Vitamin E is known for its ability to help prevent degenerative conditions as cancer, cardiovascular disease, anemia, cataracts and some signs of premature aging; while promoting healthy nerves and…