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This week, some members of Ritually Rooted traveled far to the steep volcanic terrain of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala for a much needed reset. Here we learned how to slow down again  Reignited fire under our entrepreneurial spirits  And released what no longer serves us with the safety of our chosen family.  This retreat was hosted at Maestro Valley, an eco sanctuary in the foothills surrounding Lake Atitlan. This retreat center has been crafted as such a beautiful and sacred spac

(and why it changed my practice forever) The short answer: Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis For the long answer… we first need to talk about minerals. Minerals People don’t talk about them enough, and honestly? That’s the problem. Minerals are the foundation of your entire body. Not a bonus. Not a “nice to have.” They’re the spark plugs behind every cellular function, like the Wi-Fi signal that keeps all your systems online. Nervous system, digestion, hormones, energy, detox, moo

“Detox” has become one of the most misunderstood words in the wellness world. Often occupancies by someone trying to sell you juices, teas, supplements, or cleanses. But here’s the truth that often gets missed: Your body is already detoxing every single day, and it   isn’t something you start; it’s something you support. When we understand how the body actually eliminates waste, it becomes much easier to know what helps and what doesn’t. Let’s break down the four major detox

I am taking a break from reading science articles this week and discussing a moment that happens for almost every new holistic practitioner. The moment you finish your training, you feel excited, inspired, ready to help people! ... and then it hits. Clients don’t come as quickly as you expected. You second-guess yourself, overprepare, and undercharge. You wonder if you’re actually “qualified enough.” If you’ve been there, you’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not fai

Healthy skin is deeply tied to mineral balance because minerals regulate cell turnover, hydration, collagen production, inflammation, and healing. When skin issues show up (acne, dryness, premature aging, slow healing), there’s often a mineral component underneath. Because minerals work in ratios, it's important to remember that NUTRITION IS MEDICINE  and should always be the first step before you buy overpriced supplements. Whole foods contain the compounds that help your bo

Most of us aren’t choosing ultra-processed foods because we don’t care about our health; we’re choosing them because the information isn't as well known, because it's cheap, convenient, everywhere, and familiar. But these conveniences come at a cost. As our food system becomes increasingly industrialized, our bodies and our environment are paying the price. Today, much of what fills our carts and plates no longer resembles food as our bodies recognize it. This blog is an invi

What is the gut:  The gut is your entire gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the intestines to the toilet. This system digests food, absorbs nutrients, and hosts trillions of microbes that influence immunity, metabolism, and mood. When the gut is supported, the whole body benefits. Science is now showing us more amazing things our gut is capable of. I love when it does that! This blog explores the idea that the gut is more than a digestive machine. It’s a sensory system

If you don’t listen to The Genius Life podcast with Max Lugavere, you have to get. on. that. I’m a huge fan of the way Max blends allopathic and holistic medicine through deeply researched, evidence-based conversations with people doing incredible work in the health and wellness space. Lately, he’s released several episodes centered around inflammation, and they inspired me to write about this important topic that sits at the root of so many modern ailments. Because at the ro

A Post-Holiday Guide for the “Black Sheep” of the Family While the holiday season is now well behind us, some of us may still be dealing with the stresses that came with it. Coming home for the holidays or gathering with loved ones can be complicated when you’ve been on a holistic health journey. You’ve learned about ingredients, toxins, nervous system regulation, and how deeply the environment impacts our well-being. Then suddenly you’re back in a kitchen with plastic-wrappe

Melatonin is a hormone ~ NOT a vitamin  ~ with widespread effects on the endocrine system. In children, whose hormonal rhythms and developmental timing are still being established, routine or long-term melatonin use raises legitimate concerns. While short-term sleep benefits are apparent, long-term safety (particularly regarding puberty and endocrine system development) has not been adequately studied. In the absence of clear safety data, parents should use it with caution!

Our bodies, specifically those of us who bleed, are ecosystems cycling through seasons every month. Cycle syncing is simply the practice of honoring those seasons, aligning your diet, movement, and self-care to live a bit more harmoniously. Instead of expecting ourselves to feel the same every day, we need to accept the natural shifts and make some simple lifestyle changes to match what our hormones are actually doing, changing the narrative from “pushing  harder” to “listeni

Tools for keeping away those seasonal slumps! It’s officially winter!! (ew) time to put a little more effort toward immune system-boosting herbs and ingredients that will help keep the seasonal scaries away!  In winter, for those of us farther from the equator, the reduced sunlight exposure and temperatures disrupt our circadian rhythm, lowering serotonin levels and producing more melatonin. It's natural! However, these shifts often lead to lower moods, motivation, energy, an

Alana Falzon I recently listened to an episode of the Huberman Lab podcast and later a TED Talk with guest Poppy Crum, which dove into the intersection of neuroscience and tech. Both got me thinking about something most of us in the holistic world haven’t quite explored yet… how artificial intelligence might actually support the art of healing. We often view AI as cold, mechanical, even a little soulless. Because, well, it is. But what if it could be used to deepen empathy ra

The early signs Growing up, I considered myself fairly healthy; my only recurring problems were acid reflux and horrible vision. As a baby, doctors recommended sphincter surgery for my frequent reflux, but my mom instead took me to a native medicine man, who reportedly traditionally healed my little belly. That says a lot about my upbringing, already being influenced by a woman who puts holistic health first. This remedy worked for some time…until I began telling Mom, “I thre

Your body's favorite supplement Have you ever been extremely overwhelmed in the supplement section of the health food store? I have, every time, actually.  One time that sticks out was me frantically trying to figure out the difference between L-Glutamine and Glutamine…WHAT IS THE L??? The L stands for a biologically active form of an amino acid. So in the case of Glutamine… L-glutamine is the biologically active form and has a broader spectrum of medical uses. While “glutami

People are rethinking their relationship with meat. Not from a place of guilt or restriction, but from awareness. For years, conversations around eating animals have been polarized: veganism versus carnivorism, but those aren't our only two options. We should be thinking ethical versus exploitative.  To be a conscious carnivore means remembering that food is part of a cycle. One that we are a part of. One that begins in the  soil , flows through plants and animals, and ultima

Ritually Rooted is Faith-Based & Private  We are not a school or a course. At Ritually Rooted, we believe that true holistic health is sacred — and that honoring it is part of our faith-based mission. By organizing ourselves as a private, faith-based membership, we’re able to share our work freely, without needing permission from outside institutions that don’t understand what we do. This allows us (and our members) to stay aligned with what we truly believe in — and to pract