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Seas the Day: Get Balmed!

Seas the Day: Get Balmed!

Getting everyone balmed has become my quest. And today I'm celebrating reaching a marker on this quest: 'Seas the Day', our skinimalist, herbal balm created especially to use while sailing, is ready to launch!

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Kitchen Herbalism: Calendula

Kitchen Herbalism: Calendula

To say this cheerful flower is one of the most important plants in the herb garden is really not an exaggeration. Calendula (Calendula officinalis) has a long history of use as medicine, food, cosmetics, and fabric dye...

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Transparent teapot and a cup of calendula tea on a wooden table

Surviving the change of season

Change of season is a time many people get sick, so it’s a good idea to keep a couple go-to remedies on hand. Calendula and St. Johnswort are helpful for many different complaints, including cold and flu...

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