Articles By Cara Schulz

Cara Schulz
Cara Schulz, a cancer survivor and green tea lover, has opened The Flower Pot, a holistic wellness shop in Burnsville that offers products ranging from medicinal teas and wellness tonics and herbal tinctures.
Is Japanese Walking the New 10,000 Steps?
When it comes to managing chronic conditions and extending those healthy, vibrant years, I'm always looking for strategies that are not just effective, but truly...
Ashwagandha: the cornerstone adaptogen
Let's dive into ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), a truly remarkable herb that has been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. When we talk...
When A Simple Sleep Tea Request Is More Complex
I often receive requests for custom medicinal tea blends. Sometimes, what seems like a straightforward question about a specific concern, like sleep or stress, can...
Beyond the Burn: Aloe Vera
Let's look at a plant that's probably already in your home, or at least one you've definitely seen in the store: Aloe Vera. You're probably...
Behind the Scenes: what herbs I use for a SLEEP Tea and why
When I put together my SLEEP tea, I wanted a blend that really delivered on helping you relax, get a good night's rest, and wake...
When Google Labels your Chamomile meth: The Alarming Trend Silencing Natural Wellness
As an herbalist, I've seen firsthand the incredible power of plants. I've also seen the growing challenges we face in getting reliable herbal information and...
Looking for Your Easiest Morning Health Boost?
Beyond its delightful flavor, lilac has a history in traditional herbalism. As someone who's spent many years working with herbs, I always find it interesting...
Lovin’ on Your Digits: A No-Nonsense Guide to Natural Nail Care
Our hands knead dough, type out emails, tend our gardens, comfort loved ones – they're always doing. And what about our nails? We slap on...
DIY Lilac Simple Syrup: Capturing Spring in a Bottle
Spring is in full swing, and if you're lucky enough to have lilac bushes nearby, you know there's nothing quite like their intoxicating fragrance. It's...
DIY Syrup for Healthy Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Levels
Today, I'm excited to share a herbal syrup recipe I developed, inspired by a family member's journey towards better heart health. They had a double...