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  • Beloved Ocotillo

    Many moons ago, when I was a college kid I lived in Las Cruces (go Aggies!) for about a decade so I got to know some of the Chihuahuan Desert flora. Most notably of course is ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens), which I think is one of New Mexico’s most amazing low desert plants. The flowers, which…

  • Elderberry Syrup to Combat Flu Virus

    ELDERberry embodies wisdom. From an Ayurvedic perspective, its role is to dry and cool.. so it also serves as a mild expectorant. But perhaps elderberry’s better known attribute is its antiviral properties. My understanding is that it disables an enzyme in the flu virus, so basically it stops viral replication. It’s contains certain compounds that…

  • Winter Survival Kit

    Winter Survival Kit ($45) | SOLD OUT We’re very excited this season to bring you the ultimate locally handcrafted New Mexico Winter Survival Kit. It’s a wonderful collection of handmade products that are a result of a collaboration with our friends at Eastside Remedios. With our efforts combined, we hope to have you covered this…