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Artisan Wellness Teas

 

Hand-crafted in small batches for a perfectly balanced blend of bio-active herbs and nourishing cup of comfort.  

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Discover articles that blend modern science with traditional wisdom, offering simple, actionable insights for your wellness journey. 

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Join a virtual or in-person class or workshop on holistic health topics. Packed with resources and simple, applicable tools to nurture your well-being. 

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21 Simple Swaps for a Healthier Home

Nutrition and Food Prep

When we think health, we most often think of nutrition. Here are some lesser-known things we learned to make our "healthy" kitchen more wholesome.

Personal Care

Our bathroom shelves often hide ingredients we really don't want on our bodies. The good news is: many of the healthier options are budget-friendly and work better!

Simple Solutions

Making small, incremental changes really do add up to big results over time. The best thing? These are simple, actionable tips to eliminate overwhelm.

Hi! I'm April Lauren

I’m a writer, holistic health coach, homesteading mama, herbal enthusiast, and tea aficionado. Here, you’ll find everything from the latest in nutrition research to DIY herbal recipes and everything holistically-healthy in between. If you are a kindred spirit, I’d love to share one of my best resources with you: 21 swaps I made in our home to boost our family’s wellness. Enjoy!

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Growing nutrition. Preserving tradition. From research-based information to personal updates on the homestead, it's all here.

Wellness Impacts Mental Health

Wellness Impacts Mental Health

The Psychology of Wellness, Part 3 The Psychology of Wellness Series, Part 3 How our healthy lifestyle Impacts Mental Health *** This article series was reviewed by Kathy Bornarth, MA,…

Wildcrafted Wellness: Foraging Local Plants for Food and Medicine

Wildcrafted Wellness: Foraging Local Plants for Food and Medicine

Foraging Local NC Plants for Food and Health Did you know that Western North Carolina is home to hundreds of wild edible plants, many of which you can probably find…

5 Minute Ways to Increase Metabolism for Weight Loss

5 Minute Ways to Increase Metabolism for Weight Loss

Simple strategies to help balance and boost your metabolism in 5 minutes or less Metabolism is often thought of as how quickly a person burns calories and may be considered…

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Serenity Signature Wellness Tea

Press pause and enjoy a sip of calm. This soothing blend of active herbs helps to balance your body with antioxidants and stress-fighting adaptogens. Serenity has a smooth, naturally sweet flavor with hints of mint and lemon balm.