Flora Essentials LLC

08/25/2018

Purslane is medicine, not a menace. It’s also a culinary delight making its way into farmer’s markets and fancy restaurants. Purslane is one of many weeds in your garden that you might not want to kill. The super-food beloved by Ghandi, is now making a comeback in farmer’s markets and …

05/16/2018

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05/15/2018

We love Michael Pollan!

05/14/2018

Steer clear of Monsanto’s GMO seeds and support companies doing the most good for the planet If you buy seeds that aren’t organic, open pollinated or heirlooms, you are most likely buying from a company owned Monsanto called Seminis. Seminis has been buying up patents on most nursery seed variet...

05/14/2018

05/13/2018

Today, more than ever, we are the effect of way too much stress alongside far more chemicals and toxins than ever in the history of man. To ensure we maintain optimal health and well-being, it’s imperative to support our body’s ability to effectively detoxify in light of this. The good news is t...

05/13/2018

Lemons are one of the healthiest foods on the planet, and despite their numerous health benefits, we all adore the taste of fresh lemonade. Lemons are abundant in vitamin C, which strengthens the immu

05/09/2018

A massive web of hair-like mushroom roots transmit secret messages between trees, triggering them to share nutrients and water with those in need. Like humans, trees are extremely social creatures, utterly dependent on each other for their survival. And, as it is with us, communication is key. After...

05/09/2018

Central Oregon Beekeepers Association Connecting beekeepers in Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Prineville and other central oregon locations.

05/08/2018

Dandelions are one of the most nutrient-dense, medicinal foods on the planet. They make excellent cover crops, fertilizer, chicken feed and food for the bees. Mother Nature knew what she was doing when she covered the earth with dandelions and countless other “weeds” we keep trying to eradicate ...

05/07/2018

Daily exposure to the sun is essential to your overall health; it’s the overexposure that could cause some issues. Sunshine exposure is the best way for your body to create health protecting vitamin D. To protect against sunburn, use a non-toxic sunscreen like coconut oil or opt for a low-risk, sa...

05/06/2018

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