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Earlier this year, I was a few days shy from flying home to the Philippines for the first time.  I was so thrilled to finally attend our long awaited family reunion in Antipolo.  I had my heart set on deepening the knowledge of my family history and ancestral roots.  Packed and ready to go, the unthinkable happened. California announced its first shut down due to the rising pandemic of COVID-19.  In addition to trying to digest what was happening across the globe, I also felt heartbreak, but little did I know that my journey in ancestral healing was still unfolding, even...

The Defining Issue of our Time Being human means releasing planet-warming carbon emissions into the atmosphere. It happens when we take a shower, charge our phones, or let out a yawn after a long day. Just like humans release carbon pollution, so do businesses - and Herbalaria is no exception. Everyday in the U.S. alone, ecommerce packages travel about the same distance as going to the moon and back ...133,000 times. And it’s not just getting your order to your doorstep we have to worry about - our entire supply chain carries a hefty carbon footprint. Scouring the globe for...

Guava leaves, scientifically known as Psidium guajava, have been recognized by our ancestors as a medicinal source for mind, body, and spirit.  Long before westernized medicine and scientific testing, nature was our sole provider for healing. The Bayabas Guava Leaf Skin Oil encapsulates ancient wisdom woven into our very DNA, presenting a holistic approach to harmonizing both body and mind. This ancestral knowledge, steeped in mysticism, has been lovingly passed down through generations.  In Filipino culture, the guava, or bayabas, holds a significant place in traditional remedies, finding its way into teas and tisanes.  Renowned for its ability to soothe...

Immunity begins within your gut. What better way to get started in clearing, healing, and balancing your body, mind, and spirit than with a Vitality Fire Tincture you can make at home.   I think it's safe to say that my vinegars are famous in my household and with my friends who have asked for an extra batch to take home.  If you go to a Filipino market and walk down the condiments aisle, you will find a variety of vinegars, some of which include peppers and spices.  One of my family favorites is called "Pinakurat," made from coconut vinegar,...