by Brandon Gilbert | Jan 12, 2019 | Articles, Reishi Mushroom
The Spiritual Uses of Reishi Mushroom For over 2 millennia, reishi has been a prominent forerunner in the herbal world for spiritual use. Spirituality could mean a lot of different things for a lot of different people, but maybe a running theme amongst it all is the...
by Brandon Gilbert | Jan 2, 2019 | Articles
This is a simple technique that can be used daily to gain mastery of a deep state of relaxation. It is perfect for dealing with the stresses of modern life. This technique can be used by anyone, even children, and is an excellent complement to any lifestyle. You might...
by Brandon Gilbert | Dec 26, 2018 | Articles, He Shou Wu
In this podcast you will learn: The Real King of Herbs Bout of The Century: Ginseng vs. He Shou Wu Some of the benefits of he shou wu How to make sure you get the best he shou wu extract The amazing 16:1 he shou wu extract When and how much to take You can get the...
by Brandon Gilbert | Nov 30, 2018 | Articles, He Shou Wu, Tonic Herbs
He Shou Wu has been classically regarded as one of the greatest anti-aging, rejuvenation, and longevity herbs in Chinese Medicine. He Shou Wu is classified as a tonic to the Kidney Yin Jing as well as to the Blood. It’s also said to have a stabilizing and grounding...
by Brandon Gilbert | Sep 27, 2018 | Articles, Chaga Mushroom, Tonic Herbs
During the fall, the focus is on detoxification and restoration to prepare for the coming winter. In this fall wellness guide, learn about the best practices, diet, and herbs for autumn. Changing with the Seasons Autumn, The Minor Yin Just like the weather...
by Brandon Gilbert | Aug 28, 2018 | Articles, Tonic Herbs
Tonic herbs are an elite class of herbs used by both Western and Chinese herbal medicine systems. The term “tonic” generally refers to food based substances that are nutritionally dense and more potently nourish specific organs of the body than other herbs. They are...
by Brandon Gilbert | Aug 17, 2018 | Articles, Chaga Mushroom, Tonic Herbs
Cleansing and Detoxing Tonic Herbs offer a myriad of benefits, but one commonality with all tonic herbs is their ability to cleanse and detox the body. Daily use of any tonic herb would aid the body in the removal of toxins and stagnation. In order for an herb to be...
by Brandon Gilbert | Aug 3, 2018 | Articles, Reishi Mushroom, Tonic Herbs
Reishi is one of the most transformational, medicinal, beneficial, widely used, and well-known herbs in history. Reishi is known as the “mushroom of immortality” because of its myriad health and spiritual benefits. Thousands of years ago, its benefits were...
by Brandon Gilbert | Jul 12, 2018 | Articles, He Shou Wu, Tonic Herbs
Fight Aging with He Shou Wu He Shou Wu, or polygonum multiflorum, is a medicinal vine also known as fleece flower. He Shou Wu is native to Southern and Central China and parts of Japan. It usually grows 2-4 meters tall on woody tubers. It is the tuber, or root of the...
by Brandon Gilbert | Jun 29, 2018 | Articles, Cordyceps Mushroom, Tonic Herbs
To date, the medical recognition of cordyceps mushrooms spans fifteen hundred years already. It originated from the Shepherds in Tibetan mountains that discovered the use of the mushroom to cure problems with organ functions, immune system and on well-being and...
by Brandon Gilbert | Jun 20, 2018 | Articles, Chaga Mushroom, Tonic Herbs
In Norway, it is known as the “Cancer Polypore.” In Japan it is called the “Diamond of the Forest.” In China, it is referred to as the “King of Plants.” And in Siberia, where our wild chaga is harvested, it is called “Gift from...
by Brandon Gilbert | Jun 8, 2018 | Articles, Reishi Mushroom, Tonic Herbs
It is common knowledge that Ganoderma Lucidum, or reishi mushroom, is considered to be one of the best tonic herbs available. Reishi spore oil is is a product of reishi mushrooms. It is processed without any additives for optimum health benefits. Claims to the reishi...
by Brandon Gilbert | Apr 2, 2018 | Articles, He Shou Wu
So, I’m sure you’ve all heard about how a glass of red wine a day can keep the old age and cancer away, and if you haven’t, well, you are now. It has been proven that people who drink small amounts of red wine daily have been seen to live longer and healthier. This...
by Brandon Gilbert | Jan 30, 2018 | Articles, Video Podcast
This is quite an important question to ask and to explore because in our modern world we frequently lose sight of the true essence of things. For those reasons, its always good to take a moment to breathe, recenter, and come back to our foundations. We could ask, how...
by Brandon Gilbert | Oct 13, 2017 | Articles, Gynostemma
Antioxidant properties of Gynostemma Gynostemma (Gynostemma pentaphyllum, also known as Jiaogulan) is well known for its adaptogenic effects, for increasing longevity and for its potent antioxidant effects. Gynostemma contains saponins (more specifically...
by Brandon Gilbert | Oct 2, 2017 | Articles, Cordyceps Mushroom, Reishi Mushroom, Schizandra
Five Element Theory, Seasonal Diet and Lifestyle Tips, and Herbal Suggestions Using the Five Element Theory, we can gain insight on how to flow through the seasons and make small adjustments to best harmonize with the energies of different parts of the year. This is...
by Brandon Gilbert | Oct 1, 2017 | Articles, Mucuna
Mucuna is one of the worlds most euphoric mood boosting super foods which packs a legitimately potent cocktail of neuro and phytonutrients. Mucuna is a phenomenal natural medicine for battling depression, lowering the moodiness of PMS, and overall lifting the mood so...
by brianna | Aug 1, 2017 | Articles, Chaga Mushroom
How can we boost our Qi?. In this article, we will explore simple solutions to get your qi in balance while also explaining some functions of Chaga Mushroom within the context of TCM. Classified as a qi tonic: Chaga invigorates and replenishes the qi. What does it...
by Brandon Gilbert | Jan 11, 2017 | Articles, Cordyceps Mushroom, He Shou Wu, Reishi Mushroom, Tonic Herbs
This time of year, so much emphasis is placed on “getting healthy” that people go wild for cleansing, detoxing, dieting, starting new fitness plans, and more. While there is nothing inherently wrong with wanting to make healthy changes, there are so many...
by Brandon Gilbert | Dec 22, 2016 | Articles, Tonic Herbs
Tonic herbs are an elite class of herbs used by both Western and Chinese herbal medicine systems. The term “tonic” generally refers to food based substances that are nutritionally dense and more potently nourish specific organs of the body than other herbs. Therefore,...
