Civilizations across the world have ancient connections to mushrooms as food, medicine, and spiritual allies, with emergent research continuing to uncover and confirm their specific benefits. “Fungi have gained significant attention in the field of...

Fire is undoubtedly essential to our existence in many ways, including for warmth, cooking, and even habitat regeneration. However, when imbalanced or improperly tended, Fire can be quite a destructive force—as seen through the increasing...

Making stewed fruit is such a versatile way to enjoy the bounty of Summer and serves as another delicious vehicle for incorporating herbs, too! Compote, or stewed fruit, can also be a balancing treat according...

As the Yang organ-meridian system that’s partnered with the Yin energetics of the Heart, the Small Intestine plays a crucial role in metabolic, energetic, and emotional health. The Small Intestine can be understood as protective,...

The backbone of TCM is lifestyle—it is truly the seemingly small practices incorporated consistently that create a culture of self-care. Informed by ancient wisdom that cultivates vibrant health through restoring energetic balance, strengthening regulatory mechanisms,...

In the framework of TCM, Summer is associated with the Fire element, characterized by the energetics of growth, expansion, and movement. As we approach the time of peak Yang energy, we may feel a heightened...

Tonic herbs refer to a very special category in TCM herbology that purposefully forms the backbone of our offerings at Root + Bones, but there’s a lot more to discover in this tradition of medicine....

TCM conceptualizes the transition from spring to summer as a significant shift in the balance of Qi (life force energy) and the body’s relationship to our external environment. As we continue to experience building Yang...

Nothing says springtime abundance like this decadent but refreshing elixir! Beyond serving a magnificent flavor profile, it’s also a potent skincare tonic thanks to the beautifying properties of Violet and Tremella. Adding to the well-rounded...