Bands & Botanicals

Today we are talking with Lavender moon! The host of herbal witchery podcast and owner of lavender moon enchanted herbal tea. Her English literature background set the stage for an exciting history of herbs and how they are associated with different energetic properties; chamomile, thyme, mugwort, and Lavender, just to name a few! We enjoyed discussing these herbs and how we are all connected to the past through them. Lavender moon enjoys Tarot reading in her free time, and we discuss the introspection one can achieve through tarot reading daily! 

To listen to more of Lavender moon’s stories on herbs or purchase her herbal tea blends 

Visit her website: www.lavendermoonteas.com

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In today’s episode we talk with Becka - on IG as @AmarisandWillow We mention herbal energetics, yin yoga and living with intention through slower paced practices and self care. Becka is a yoga teacher and a trainee medical herbalist. She is an advocate of slow living, home herbalism and self-care rituals. She loves to weave self-care throughout her day and enjoy inspiring others to do the same. She believes with a balance of yin yoga, meditation, herbal remedies and time in nature we can all live happier, healthier lives. In a very yang world, She is focused on drawing out the yin and luxuriating in it. Currently studying medical herbalism with Heartwood in the UK, but also fascinated by folklore and folk herbalism. She hopes to combine the wisdom of folk herbalism with current scientific research in her herbal practice. She makes time to be in nature every day and learn from the plants themselves.

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On today’s episode we discuss the “basics”. Starting off on the right foot for the new year and herbal energetics. Herbal terminology is vast, but one term you will hear often is “energetics.” Energetics has a threefold meaning in herbalism, describing the energetic properties of an herb as it acts on the body, the energetic qualities of a condition or imbalance, and the energetics of a person, also sometimes referred to as their constitution. 

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Today's episode has us chatting with Kristi McCart.  Kristi is a lawyer, a wife, a mother, and a contestant on the 18th season of The Biggest Loser!!   We all have a catalyst and a turning point in our lives where we commit to something different, something bigger.  Kristi not only committed to changing her life, but she committed herself to doing it in front of millions of people and allowing those people to embark on the journey with her.   Kristi had to make the hard choice to leave her young son, her husband, and her home, to commit to the person she wanted to be.  She succeeded through physical ailments, emotional rollercoasters, and the pressure of changing your life.   On this episode, Kristi opens up about those struggles and successes both on and off the show in a funny, honest, and refreshing way.  We are also lucky enough to get some great advice on how to stay committed when things are less than ideal (HELLO PANDEMIC GYM SHUT DOWN!!), how to shake the guilt off of self care, and how to create lasting change!  KEEP AN EYE OUT for Kristi on her Instagram Live, @Kristi_with_the_good_hair, the first Friday of every month where she sits with Katie, a Licensed Dietitian from The Biggest Loser, as they debunk nutrition myths and what it's really like to visit a dietitian.  "First Fridays" starts January 1st! 

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In today's episode we have a special guest calling all the way from Mexico, Barbara Garcia Ritchie! After receiving a request to have an episode centered around surfing, we couldn't wait to invite Barbara.  She is a survivor, a competitive adaptive surfer, and an all around amazing woman.  Barbara and Danielle met through Instagram, after having both gone through similar boating accidents that altered their bodies and the course of their lives.  On this podcast, they discuss life and training before the accident, how surfing and the water have helped heal the mind and body, and how Barbara has been able to adapt and embrace her new life.  

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On today's podcast we welcome our FIRST guest, Molly Gildea.  Molly is the founder and owner of SoulFit Beauty in Southern Oregon, a Buti Yoga instructor, a former Orangetheory Coach, and to top it all off, a Macronutrient Coach.   While Molly can bring so much knowledge to the podcast, today we are picking her brain about Macronutrients!  There are so many ways to eat out there, and honestly, it can become a little overwhelming.  Today's episode helps us find out what a Macro nutrient diet looks like, why incorporating a Macro focus can be beneficial, how it differs from other forms of eating, and how counting Macros can one day lead to more intuitive eating.  Additionally, we debunk some myths surrounding diet culture and give tips on how to set yourself up for success! 

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The holidays are here!! And while they may elicit childlike feelings of excitement and joy, they may also bring fears and anxieties over weight gain during the holiday season.  In this Episode, Paula and Danielle help set you up for success!  They not only talk about herbs that you can incorporate into your holiday cooking and beyond, but they give you strategies that you can use to tackle those festive feasts.  Like any successful game plan, strategizing is key, and all it may take is a shift in perspective.   And remember, the holidays can be enjoyed without a feeling of shame or regret, and without erasing all of the progress you've made. Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay moving!  Happy holidays! 

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In this episode of 'Bands and Botanicals' we break down the myths about pain, what kind of pain to look out for, and some tips and treatments in order to manage that pain.  Lets face it, almost everyone has some kind of injury.  So whether you are seeking herbal treatments or more insight into your movement, we got it covered.   There are varying types of pain that you should stay aware of.  We talk about everything from acute pain, recurring pain, chronic pain, sharp pain, pain with swelling, painful pops, and nerve pain.  You can look at us as the Bubba Gump Shrimp of Pain!  Even with all those "bad pains," remember, not all pain is bad.  That muscle fatigue that sets in after a great workout....? That's just you applying adequate amounts of stress to the body, so that it may adapt and strengthen.  Learning the difference can save you a lot of time and worry.    We also discuss common pain, such as tendonitis, stress fractures, excessive soreness, and arthritis caused be the degeneration of cartilage.   Paula brings her botanical knowledge into the conversation by offering herbal remedies as a non pharmaceutical therapy for pain management.  Her remedies cover everything from anti-inflammatories, to supporters of blood circulation, and even solutions for scarring.   The herbs mentioned in this podcast include: Meadowsweet with celery juice, Ginko, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Calamus, B- Vitamins, Omega- 3 Fatty Acids, Turmeric, Grapeseed Oil, Saint John's Wart, Passion Flower, Epsom Salt with Lavender, Arnica Creams and Ointments.  

Connect with us : @botanically_curious    @daniellemcrease

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For our very first podcast, we will be launching with a discussion on one of the most challenging times of the year for staying on track with wellness; Winter! With holidays fast approaching and for many of us in the northern hemisphere, the days become shorter, motivation and mental health may start to decline. Listen in for tips, tricks and real talk about health in winter.

 Connect with us : @botanically_curious    @daniellemcrease

Support the show and get additional content, recipes and workouts : https://www.patreon.com/bandsandbotanicals