by Denise @ The Crunchy Christian | Jul 3, 2023 | Diet, Herbs
If you’re struggling with constipation, it’s important to make sure that you’ve got the basics covered first: Are you drinking enough fluids throughout the day? Are you getting enough fiber through your diet via fresh fruits, vegetables, and/or whole...
by Denise @ The Crunchy Christian | Dec 20, 2022 | Herbs, Hormones, Menstrual Cycle
I see it over and over again in holistic health groups…women stating that they use wild yam cream as a natural source of progesterone. They usually recommend it when a woman is asking about progesterone support for pregnancy, a short luteal phase, or if they’ve had...
by Denise @ The Crunchy Christian | Oct 15, 2021 | Herbs, Hormones, Menstrual Cycle
I talk to women nearly weekly who struggle with painful periods, some of them for decades. They may or may not be getting some relief from things like birth control, ibuprofen, or other painkillers, but they don’t want to be on these things anymore. If that’s you...
by Denise @ The Crunchy Christian | Aug 9, 2021 | Herbs, Plant Remedies, Recipes
Elderberry syrup has held a place in my refrigerator for close to 10 years now. It’s so easy to make, and it’s something great to have on hand should you (or one of your family members) start coming down with cold symptoms. For the first couple years, I...
by Denise @ The Crunchy Christian | Dec 22, 2020 | Diet, Herbs, Minerals
I’ve been asked before what my favorite mineral is. While it’s hard to choose just one, if I HAD to pick, I’d say potassium. I know, I know, you’re probably thinking that’s a weird choice, especially when things like magnesium are all the rage these days. The reason I...
by Denise @ The Crunchy Christian | Dec 5, 2020 | Herbs, Stress
You might be asking, “Adapt-a-what?” Adaptogens are a category of herbs that help you to balance your body’s stress response. In a good year, many women could use help with that. But in 2020? Sign practically everyone up! One of the most important benefits of...
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