Alleghany Highlands Apothecary

10/14/2024

I would like to thank everyone for your support with our planned apothecary.

I took a step back at the end of June so I could concentrate on my health. It was the best move for me and I appreciate your understanding.

I have had amazing success with losing weight and am grateful to almost be out of the obese category.

I was never on medication for anything health related but I certainly suffered from those highs and lows and energy crashes. I relied on energy drinks to get me through the day and that wasn’t healthy either. I was most certainly heading down the wrong path and like a snowball gaining momentum, it wasn’t going to stop unless I changed course.

Not that a snowball can change course but you understand where I am coming from. I had to make some changes for things to get better.

The picture below shows what 47 of the pounds I lost felt like when I was carrying it every day. I am smiling so big now because I can’t tell you how much better I feel.

I can breathe when I tie my shoes,
I have dropped three pant sizes,
my focus has improved,
my energy level is out of this world and
the chatter in my head is much nicer than it used to be.

Trust me when I say, I didn’t need anyone to beat me up, after many failed attempts at weight loss, I was my own worst enemy. “I was” are the key words here!!

I have finally forgiven myself for so many failed attempts. You can’t do what you need to do without the right mix of tools and I am so grateful that I found the balance of nutrition my body craved.

I began coaching two months ago and am now helping clients with their goals too. It wasnt just what my body craved either. I’m witnessing success in all of my clients!

Please know, I will not post much on this page and do not plan to open the apothecary in an actual store front at this time. It has turned into a hobby for me as I do not have enough time to devote to it right now. I appreciate your understanding and your support as I focus on my health and the health of others.

If you would like to follow my journey and learn about herbs, I post on my personal page. Please send me a friend request.

If you would like to learn about the tools you need to get your weight loss journey started, please send me a friend request and a message. I would love to help you feel better too!

As I tell my kids often, “you have one life to live ~ handle it with care” 💞

09/11/2024

Remember and Honoring those who lost their lives so many years ago. Such a defining moment for us all

09/07/2024

Corn silk tincture benefits

Corn silk is a natural fiber that grows on corn plants and has been used as an herbal remedy for centuries. Some potential benefits of corn silk include:

Urinary tract health
Corn silk may help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) and bladder infections by increasing urine flow.

Blood sugar
Corn silk extracts may help lower blood sugar levels and prevent complications like diabetes-related neuropathy.

Cholesterol
Corn silk extract may reduce levels of total cholesterol and bad cholesterol (LDL), while increasing good cholesterol (HDL).

Inflammation
Corn silk extract may be useful for treating inflammatory diseases related to oxidative stress.

Angina
Corn silk may help the heart condition angina pectoris by making the medicines you take for it work better.

Diuretic
Corn silk tea may have a mild diuretic effect, which increases urine production.

Corn silk is often dried before being consumed as a tea or extract, but it may also be taken as a pill. However, corn silk may interact with warfarin (Coumadin) and water pills (Diuretic drugs), so you should talk with your health provider before taking it.

09/07/2024

✅ Corn silk tincture
✅ canned corn
And,…. the cobs are boiling for my first attempt at corn cob jelly!!!

It’s been so much fun! Who knew you could get so many different things out of an ear of corn!!!

09/07/2024

It’s a perfect morning for catching up on canning!! Any guesses why I’m saving the beautiful corn silk?

09/02/2024

One of our favorite times of the year,… harvesting our concord grapes and making jelly today!!! Happy Labor Day to everyone !! 🇺🇸

08/29/2024

Good Morning! I apologize for not showing up much lately. I’ve taken a step back from this business for a bit to concentrate on my health and I couldn’t be more pleased with my results. I’m down 30 lbs in just under two months and because my mind was made up and I had support and structure, it has been one of the easiest things I’ve ever done!

I’ve had such great success with the program that I’m on that I’ve decided to become a coach so I can help others do the same. If you have weight to lose, feel run down and are ready to make a change then lets do this together!

BONUS…. If you are also interested in saving money you will want to sign on before August 31st for 200 saved this month and 100 next!!

Thank you so much to my coach Julie!!

08/10/2024

It’s been a busy summer but we are back at the Covington Farmers market today! Limited amount of freeze dried candy, homemade caramel apple turnovers with Cream cheese glaze, apple butter, dandelion salve, wild cherry cough syrup mix and elderberry mix!! Come out and support local!!!

07/11/2024

**Upcoming Local Herbalist Class with Claire Noel - I attended last years class and it was amazing. You don't want to miss this!

CLASS 7/20/2024: UNDERSTANDING HERBAL ENERGETICS AND ACTIONS

Note from Claire about reserving your space:

"Be advised: At checkout, when you get to Step 2 (Delivery Methods) please choose "Store Pickup" and you will not be charged shipping! then you'll be all set. We'll save you a seat."

Have you ever googled “herbs for XYZ condition” and been met with a long list of options that may or may not be applicable to your situation and a whole lot of overwhelm? This is not an effective way to get started in the world of Home Herbal Healthcare. In this beginner-level class, I’m going...

06/28/2024

We will not be at the Covington Farmer's Market this Saturday (June 22nd) and next Saturday (July 6th) as we are enjoying time with family while they are in. We will be back on the 13th with some fun and exciting products!