I just found this neat tidbit on curing the sore throat Russian style after waking up this morning with a brillo pad in my throat. The recipe is as follows:
1 TBS Pure Horseradish or Horseradish Root
1 Tsp Honey
1 Tsp Crushed Cloves
1 Cup warm water
Drink slowly and say goodbye to that harsh throat.
For more remedies for a sore throat check out How Stuff Works’ article, “14 Home Remedies for Sore Throats.”
If you missed last week’s Willamette Week article, “Blissed Out”, you can still catch it online for some hot spots of Meditation spots. Get your zen on.
Excited to hear of In Other Word’s new workshop series. Will look into how long their series will be running for, but for now, check out this upcoming lecture on DIY Ayurveda:
Time: Thursday, February 18, 2010 7:00 p.m.
Location: In Other Words Women’s Books and Resources
Title of Event: Heal Yourself Workshop Series: Ayurveda for the DIY Practitioner
Ayurveda is a science of daily living where the elements play an important role in the mind and body. This evening we will be using this elemental theory to help one accept their imbalances and provide simple tools for change, through nutrition, remedies, and do it yourself treatment.
The Kennedy School soaking pool is affordable and open late. For only $5 you can spend the evening in a saline pool relaxing your muscles. The thing about winter is that due to the cold we tense up and shiver causing muscle tension and soreness. The solution: SOAKING POOL!
5736 Northeast 33rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 249-3983
HOURS: 10-10 Monday-Saturday
I’m very excited about the Kombucha making workshop this weekend. What can I say, I’ve got fermentation on the brain. Here is a very short summary of Kombucha benefits:
The Kombucha workshop is filling up fast. To RSVP please email portlandhealingproject@gmail.com
How To Make Kombucha
A Portland Healing Workshop by Dori Oliver and Laurita Slape
Dori’s house- 832 NE 29th Avenue
Saturday, January 30
1-3 pm
Workshop 1:15-2:15, Question, Answer and Reception 2:15-3:00
Admission: $5 for Kombucha samples and your very own Kombucha culture
Full scholarships available! Door prizes! Free food!
We are completely pumped to offer the How to Make Kombucha Workshop this Saturday. As you may know, the workshop will be led by a local fermenting experts, Dori Oliver and Laurita Slappe. Laurita has limited computer access, so Dori represents her team below. Read on for healing soup recipes, recommendations for local wellness workers and to learn more on coconut milk’s power.
How did you decide to start teaching fermenting workshops?
Carrie at People’s Co-Op knew of my love of cultured food and asked if I would lead a class. My friend Laurita was excited to get involved. The response to that class was huge, and we could tell there was a need for us in the community
Why should people consider making there own kombucha, rather than buying it from a store?
It’s inexpensive to make – three quarts costs $ 0.80 in ingredients.
You can be made any way you like it. Each type of tea makes a different tasting brew. It can be sweet or tart, or flavored with fruit and herbs. Kombucha mushroom life force resides in your home! It’s like gardening with microorganisms! Its fun!
What are three ways our blog readers can stay healthy during winter?
Portland Healing Project’s blog is filled with some terrific Portland resources like The Herb Shoppe and People’s Co-Op. I was also delighted to see past entries for Beiler broth, neti pot and apple cider vinegar – all wonderfully useful healers.
As for three additional health promoters; coconut milk, bone broth and soothing Coconut-Chicken Soup made of coconut milk, bone broth, ginger and lemon.
Coconut milk has numerous nutrients and anti-viral, anti-fungal and antimicrobial properties1. I put it in smoothies, curry, porridge, cereal and soup. Bone broth has minerals, aids in digestion (because it contains gelatin) and in Traditional Chinese Medicine is important for correcting deficiency (2).
When we eat chicken (always free-ranged) I save the bones, neck and gizzards to make broth using my 5-quart slow cooker. To the bones of one chicken, add 1/8 cup apple cider vinegar and fill with water. Cook on low for two days, check twice daily and add back any water lost to evaporation. Cool and strain the broth through a colander. Store in the freezer in pint or quart sized plastic containers or zip top bags. Always label with the contents and the date.
Coconut-Chicken Broth Soup served with brown rice is wonderful as a simple meal and provides the body with many infection-fighting nutrients. To one quart broth add 1-13 oz can of coconut milk, pinch of curry powder or chili flakes, 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger, and juice of 1 lemon. Simmer together for 15 minutes. Add sea salt to taste. Serve topped with minced herbs such as cilantro, green onions or parsley. Try substituting 3 – 2 “ long pieces of lemongrass for the ginger. Remove lemongrass before serving. (Adapted from Nourishing Traditions, (1)
Parasites begone. My friend was suffering from an intestinal bug over the summer after traveling over seas and started taking black walnut. Miraculously the stomach cramps and bathroom debauchery subsided and she could continue about her daily business. We are still not sure if she had a parasite, but if so, the black walnut threw down.
Black Walnut is locally grown and can be harvested in parks and sidewalks. Harvest season is fall and the nut itself is edible. To take medicinally you can make a decoction or a tincture from the walnut rind.
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I have been beginning to think about sprouting seeds and beans to add to my salads and increase the amount and diversity of nutrients I’m consuming. Sprouting seeds can be pretty cheap. I’ve posted below two how-to-sprout seedsvideo below. [Note: please ignore the advertising elements of this video]
And here is a quick (and very quirky) introduction to bean sprouting:
Hello friends,
Portland Healing Project is delighted to announce the newest addition to our wellness workshop series: How To Make Kombucha. Kombucha is a fermented beverage which improves digestion and immunity. Led by local fermenting experts, Dori Oliver and Laurita Slape, this workshop will:
* Discuss what are fermented foods, why they matter and how they can be part of a wellness regime
* Demonstrate step-by-step how to make Kombucha
* Provide taste testings of multiple Kombucha recipes
* Answer your Kombucha and fermenting questions
* Offer email help post class
Dori and Laurita teach fermenting workshops in the Northwest region and ferment a variety of foods at their homes. We are excited to partner as they share their years of experience. Look for an interview with them later this week at http://www.portlandhealingproject.com
Please RSVP as space is limited.
The workshop will be structured meet the experience level and interests of the audience. To save your spot, please email portlandhealingproject@gmail.com and answer the following questions:
1. Have you ever tried making your own Kombucha before?
2. Will you be bringing a container for the Kombucha or should we provide one for you? [ A mason jar with a lid is ideal]
3. What one thing do you hope to learn in this workshop?
How To Make Kombucha
A Portland Healing Workshop by Dori Oliver and Laurita Slape
Dori’s house- 832 NE 29th Avenue
Saturday, January 30
1-3 pm
Workshop 1:15-2:15, Question, Answer and Reception 2:15-3:00
Admission: $5 for Kombucha samples and your very own Kombucha culture [FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST!JUST ASK] Door prizes! Free food!
