Alexandra Roach
Author
Alexandra Roach is a board-certified holistic health practitioner, community herbalist, and master gardener. She studied sustainable food and farming and lives with her family on an off-grid permaculture homestead. Roach works as a journalist and author, and writes with a broad perspective on health, gardening, and lifestyle choices.
LATEST
The Quest for Matcha Alternatives
With Japanese matcha supplies running low, tea aficionados look to the United States for healthy alternatives.
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Plant Your Cold-Weather Garden Now for Beets, Broccoli, Spinach, and More
It’s not too late to get outside and grow some nutritious food to harvest—even if it freezes.
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How Citrus Fruits Enhance Blood Flow and Brain Function
Citrus compounds may boost nitric oxide and support the growth of new nerve cells.
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Seaweed as a Natural Source of Iodine–Supporting Digestive and Heart Health
Rich in iodine and vitamin K, seaweed can do health wonders, experts say.
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The Untold Story of Benzodiazepine Dependency
Millions take benzodiazepines as prescribed, unaware that dependence can begin within weeks—trapping them between use and withdrawal.
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Breathe Easy: 5 Traditional Ways to Ease Sinus Congestion
Traditional medicine offers tried and true herbal and natural remedies that stand the test of time and scientific scrutiny.
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Natural, Scientifically Supported Dandruff Treatments
Phytopharmaceuticals containing herbal extracts, such as rosemary and neem, can be effective without the adverse effects of synthetic, commercial products.
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Staying Sober: Experts Share Holistic Approaches to Addiction Recovery
Empowerment, resilience, and self-reliance coupled with healthy nutrition, sleep, and natural remedies are keys to a holistic approach to addiction treatment.
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Nutrition for a Broad Spectrum of Acid-Base Related Disorders–Part 2
The body maintains an ideal pH (7.35-7.45) through constant regulation. Proper pH is vital for all organs, as imbalances like acidosis can harm overall health.
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Herbs That Can Help Lift Seasonal Depression
Herbs can help ward off seasonal blues by strengthening the body’s coping mechanisms and allowing it to navigate the effects of seasonal affective disorder.
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The Quest for Matcha Alternatives
With Japanese matcha supplies running low, tea aficionados look to the United States for healthy alternatives.
|
Plant Your Cold-Weather Garden Now for Beets, Broccoli, Spinach, and More
It’s not too late to get outside and grow some nutritious food to harvest—even if it freezes.
|
How Citrus Fruits Enhance Blood Flow and Brain Function
Citrus compounds may boost nitric oxide and support the growth of new nerve cells.
|
Seaweed as a Natural Source of Iodine–Supporting Digestive and Heart Health
Rich in iodine and vitamin K, seaweed can do health wonders, experts say.
|
The Untold Story of Benzodiazepine Dependency
Millions take benzodiazepines as prescribed, unaware that dependence can begin within weeks—trapping them between use and withdrawal.
|
Breathe Easy: 5 Traditional Ways to Ease Sinus Congestion
Traditional medicine offers tried and true herbal and natural remedies that stand the test of time and scientific scrutiny.
|
Natural, Scientifically Supported Dandruff Treatments
Phytopharmaceuticals containing herbal extracts, such as rosemary and neem, can be effective without the adverse effects of synthetic, commercial products.
|
Staying Sober: Experts Share Holistic Approaches to Addiction Recovery
Empowerment, resilience, and self-reliance coupled with healthy nutrition, sleep, and natural remedies are keys to a holistic approach to addiction treatment.
|
Nutrition for a Broad Spectrum of Acid-Base Related Disorders–Part 2
The body maintains an ideal pH (7.35-7.45) through constant regulation. Proper pH is vital for all organs, as imbalances like acidosis can harm overall health.
|
Herbs That Can Help Lift Seasonal Depression
Herbs can help ward off seasonal blues by strengthening the body’s coping mechanisms and allowing it to navigate the effects of seasonal affective disorder.
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