Down the Rabbit Hole
“Hey guys! First off, sorry it took me forever to post part 2 of my journey into the natural world. (I know, I sound like a total flower child from the 70s — cue the peace signs and bell bottoms.) Pretty sure I have ADHD — not officially diagnosed, but if you’ve ever chased your own thoughts like they’re squirrels, you get it. Better late than never, though, right?
If you missed part one — Feel the Difference: Natural Makes You Feel, Part 1 — go check it out first, or don’t, and just be completely confused. Your choice. Anyway, without further ado (or should I say ‘further to-do list,’ because I probably lost that too), let’s get into it!”
“Finding out about natural remedies sent me straight down a rabbit hole — and not just any rabbit hole, but a full-on Alice in Wonderland situation. Suddenly, I was in a whole new world where herbs could fix everything from coughs and allergies to why did I eat that?’ stomachache. And then I discovered tinctures, which apparently are like little potion bottles that help kick extra mucus out of your body — basically a magical eviction notice for phlegm. (What’s a tincture, you ask? Don’t worry, we’ll get into that later. Spoiler alert: it does not involve witches.
I bought so many books on natural remedies, my bookshelf is now the hippie aisle at Whole Foods. Plus, I binged hours of YouTube and TikTok videos — because obviously, if you watch enough TikToks, you basically become a certified herbalist.
But before we dive into my journey, let me throw in a little disclaimer: I have nothing against modern medicine (shoutout to doctors, you guys are doing great), and I am absolutely not a doctor. So, please use caution before trying anything you see here. Talk to your doctor first — especially if you’re already taking medication. The goal here is to feel better, not accidentally turn yourself into a science experiment.”
My Why
I’m a deep thinker — some might even call it a flaw, but I prefer to think of it as a full-time unpaid job. My most recent deep thought was this: why do doctors seem more interested in playing whack-a-mole with my symptoms instead of figuring out why those moles keep popping up? Half the time, the medication they prescribe comes with its own bonus round of symptoms — like a terrible BOGO sale. So, I decided to see if I could tackle the root cause of my ailments myself. Ideally, something that wouldn’t turn my body into a chemistry experiment or make me sprout an extra eyebrow.”
What Herbs Did I Start With?
Mullein
“I’m still figuring out which herbs go with which ailments — it’s basically like learning to cook, except instead of burning dinner, you risk accidentally detoxing your soul. There are so many herbs out there, it’s like Pokémon — gotta try ‘em all. I’m also learning when and how to take them, because apparently timing matters (who knew herbs had a schedule?). But when you find something that works, it’s like hitting the natural-health jackpot.
Take mullein, for example. I found out it’s great for clearing mucus — like a bouncer for your lungs. It can soothe a sore throat, calm a cough, and even help bronchitis. So you better believe I stocked up like I was preparing for the mucus apocalypse. My husband has sleep apnea and refuses to wear his mask, so every night I’m basically a superhero — minus the cape — saving his life. But since he’s been taking mullein, he no longer sounds like a freight train barreling through our bedroom at 2 AM. He actually sleeps now, and so do I! We found some mullein capsules on Amazon, but you can also take it as a tea if you want to feel fancy and herbalisticly.
Rodiola Rosa
“So, let me tell you how I discovered this little gem. Back in 2023 (I think… my memory is like Swiss cheese, so don’t quote me), I got diagnosed with a tick disorder — basically the adult version of Tourette’s. Some days I would tick 40 to 60 times, which is basically a full workout, minus the gym membership. By 7 PM, I was so wiped out I was practically in bed with the senior citizens at the early bird special.
So, I decided to drown my body in stress-free supplements — if stress was the enemy, I was going to bury it in herbs. I still tick now and then, but thanks to Rhodiola, it’s way less. Seriously, this little root has been a game-changer. That said, don’t take my word as gospel — every case is different, so go Google it and pretend to be your own doctor for a minute.
Oh, and another reason I love Rhodiola? My memory is terrible. We’re talking ‘walk into a room and forget why I’m there’ levels of terrible. Some days I swear I’ve got the brain of an 80-year-old with a remote control that only works half the time. But Rhodiola has been helping me focus, remember stuff, and even keep my blood sugar and heart in check — which is great, because I need that heart healthy enough to survive my own stress levels.”
Magnesium Spray
I got into this whole thing because I just wanted to sleep like a normal human for once. Then I learned that 75% of Americans are deficient in magnesium. Seventy-five percent! That’s basically all of us except the one guy who eats kale voluntarily. And get this — we only absorb 20% of the magnesium we take in pill form. Where does the other 80% go? Apparently, our stomach acid just obliterates it. Rude.
So, I did what any modern adult does when faced with a health crisis — I bought all the ingredients on Amazon and made my own magnesium spray. Fun fact: if it itches when you spray it on, you’re deficient. Guess who was very, very deficient? 🙋♀️ Let’s just say my skin was doing the cha-cha. Luckily, the itching fades… until you do it again. Don’t worry as soon as your body drinks up all the magnesium it needs the itching will stop.
But it’s worth it because magnesium is a total overachiever — it helps you sleep 😴, relaxes your muscles 🧘♀️, keeps your joints happy, and even helps with headaches. Just spritz it on your forehead for the headache
And if you dont have a headache you wanna spray it on your feet every night and wait for the magic. Sure, you look a little crazy spraying yourself like a plant, but hey — pain-free is pain-free.
What is a Tincture
A tincture is basically herbs + 80-proof alcohol having a long spa day together. You just let them hang out for a while, then strain it, and boom — you’ve got a super-potent herbal potion that smells like it could either heal you or knock you flat. You can add it to tea if you want to pretend you’re classy (that’s what I do), or you can take it straight up like a total herbal gangster. And that, my friends, is a tincture in a nutshell — or should I say, in a shot glass. 🥂
Wrapping Things Up
These herbs actually worked for me and my family — which was shocking, because usually, when I try “natural remedies,” I end up just smelling like a salad. This whole natural journey has really opened my eyes (and my sinuses). Natural stuff is way easier on my body, and honestly, I feel kind of fancy about it now.
But let’s be clear — I am not a master herbalist. I’m more of a “Google it and hope for the best” kind of person. I’m constantly learning about new herbs for different ailments, like a slightly chaotic wizard in training. And I’m all about things being natural — not just herbs, but meat straight from the butcher (because apparently, meat does not grow in the freezer section?) and even growing my own garden. Making small healthy changes really does make a difference… Plus, it makes me feel like I belong on one of those cozy farm-life Instagram accounts. 🌱🐓 Well, that will do it for now. I hope you enjoyed this post. Until we meet again, have a blessed day
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