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As an herbalist, one question I get a lot is, “How do keep from getting sick?” And, of course, people also ask me about Echinacea or Elderberry for cold and flu symptoms. Well, they are both good, but for different reasons. But, there are also other things you can do to boost your immune system and combat viruses. First, let’s talk about Echinacea. Echinacea for onset of symptoms Echinacea purpurea, or Purple Coneflower, is a perennial prairie plant. People often include it when they create their native gardens because it a beautiful plant with good size composite flowers. Herbalists sometimes …

I don’t know about you, but as the summer ends, I start thinking about the busyness of autumn. My attention to healthy habits starts to wane sometimes. It’s easier to get exercise and plenty of vitamin D triggering sunlight in the summertime. But, when the weather turns cold and life gets a bit more hectic, exercise needs to be more intentional. For me, that means it often doesn’t happen. But, then I start feeling stiff and my back hurts, reminding me to get out for a walk or make sure I get to my Pilates classes. While cookouts and parties …