20TH anniversary GAIA GARDENS-Mar 15th & 16th-Kitsilano

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Gaia Garden celebrates its 20th birthday!
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ALL GAIA PRODUCTS ARE 20%OFF.
EVENT SCHEDULE AND HIGHLIGHTS:

FRIDAY, MARCH 15TH

11AM-2PM Bob McCandless- Master Herbalist - Health consultation
3pm-6pm Laura Sturm, BA, Certified Business Coach, Certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher and Registered massge therapist. www.ActiveHolisticHealth.com - Body and Health Counseling
Gillian Enright, Masters in Therapeutic Counceling, Registered Massage Therapist and Lomi Lomi Practitioner - Chair Massage

SATURDAY MARCH 16TH

Noon-2pm FREE Kombucha tasting by Rooted Nutrition
11am-1pm Julia Ahamed, MD and Clinical Herbalist - Health consultation
Noon - 3pm Laura and Gillian Enright- Body and health counseling and chair massage
2pm-4pm Padma - Spiritual Counselor - Spiritual Counceling, meditation and a short energy readings and healings.

All these wonderful professional services are by donation and 100% goes to CAI. www.ikat.org

Draw to win Giftbasket!

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• 2672 West Broadway
• Vancouver, British Columbia V6K 2G3

Mon - Wed: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thu - Fri: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

THE SECRET TO GOOD HEALTH IS GROWING IN THE GARDEN

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Herbal Dispensary & Clinic
Dedicated to your Holistic health Care needs since 1993
Gaia Garden herbal Dispensary offers some of the best possible botanical health care products in the world.

 

General Information

We provide an exclusive range of:
over 280 organic or wild crafted herbs
Over 200 single tinctures along with a wide array of combination tinctures
Medicinal Teas
Healing Creams and Salves
Practitioner grade essential oils and infused oils
Homeopathic remedies
A local line of high quality supplements.

Okay Men, Listen Up!!

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I'm a big believer in Essential Oils, and I came across this video on the Prostate and thought it would be valuable to share it with all of you. 



Young Living's newest essential oil supplement, Prostate Health, is uniquely formulated for men concerned with supporting the male glandular system and maintaining healthy, normal prostate function. With just two vegetable softgels per day, the body is infused with key anti-inflammatory components through pure geranium, fennel, myrtle, lavender, and peppermint essential oils, as well as powerful saw palmetto and organic pumpkin seed oil.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prostate

The prostate (from Greek προστάτης - prostates, literally "one who stands before", "protector", "guardian"^[1]) is a compound tubuloalveolar exocrine gland of the male reproductive system in most mammals unless they have it removed at birth.^[2][3]
In 2002, female paraurethral glands, or Skene's glands, were officially renamed the female prostate by the Federative International Committee on Anatomical Terminology.^[4]
The prostate differs considerably among species anatomically, chemically, and physiologically.

The function of the prostate is to store and secrete a slightly alkaline fluid, milky or white in appearance,^[5] that usually constitutes 20-30% of the volume of the semen along with spermatozoa and seminal vesicle fluid. The alkalinity of semen helps neutralize the acidity of the vaginal tract, prolonging the lifespan of sperm. The alkalinization of semen is primarily accomplished through secretion from the seminal vesicles.^[6] The prostatic fluid is expelled in the first ejaculate fractions, together with most of the spermatozoa. In comparison with the few spermatozoa expelled together with mainly seminal vesicular fluid, those expelled in prostatic fluid have better motility, longer survival and better protection of the genetic material (DNA).
The prostate also contains some smooth muscles that help expel semen during ejaculation. Read more here

Oh Lavender- Lovely Lavender!

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March 3/2011

Oh Lavender, Lovely Lavender. How I love you!!
I do, I really love my lavender. I use it for everything. For my little girl's little owee's, for acne, for stress, upset tummy, sunburn, preventing colds/flu. Lavender is an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal,anti-depressant and oh so much more. See Read what Valerie Worwood writes about lavender.
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One day I hope to have a little house in the Kootenays with a big big garden full of lavender and other wonderful herbs. It would be so lovely to have a little storefront with "Angel's Apothecary" and have a set up like Gaia Gardens http://tinawinterlik.blogspot.com/2011/03/gaia-gardens-apothecary.html and sell all sorts of wonderful essential oils, creams, lotions and natural soaps. I dream that Angel and I will become Herbalists and Aromatherapists. That's my dream, my projection, my future!! 

Lavender- Oh How I Love You! Photo by Tina Winterlik © 2011

The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

 By Valerie Ann Worwood

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Valerie Ann Worwood-The Complete Book of Essential Oils

Provenza-Promfumo di Lavanda


A Guide to Growing Lavender


Starting a Lavender Farm


Drying Lavender


Removing the flowers


Choosing a Distiller


Lavender Distiller Parts


La Lavanda



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavender

The lavenders (Lavandula) are a genus of 39 species of flowering plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae. An Old World genus, distributed from Macaronesia (Cape Verde and Canary Islands and Madeira) across Africa, the Mediterranean, South-West Asia, Arabia, Western Iran and South-East India. It is thought the genus originated in Asia but is most diversified in its western distribution.

The genus includes annuals, herbaceous plants, subshrubs, and small shrubs. The native range extends across the Canary Islands, North and East Africa, Southern Europe and the Mediterranean, Arabia and India. Because the cultivated forms are planted in gardens worldwide, they are occasionally found growing wild as garden escapees, well beyond their natural range. However, since lavender cross-pollinates easily, there are countless variations within the species. The color of the flowers of some forms has come to be called lavender.


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Lavender oil

Lavender oil is an essential oil obtained by distillation from the flower spikes of certain species of lavender. Two forms are distinguished, lavender flower oil, a colorless oil, insoluble in water, having a density of 0.885 g/mL; and lavender spike oil, a distillate from the herb Lavandula latifolia, having density 0.905 g/mL. Lavender flower oil is a designation of the National Formulary and the British Pharmacopoeia. Like all essential oils, it is not a pure compound; it is a complex mixture of naturally occurring phytochemicals, including linalool and linalyl acetate. Kashmir Lavender oil is famous for being produced from lavender at the foothills of the Himalayas. Read More Here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavender_oil

Therapeutic uses

Lavender oil, which has long been used in the production of perfume, can also be used in aromatherapy. The scent has a calming effect which may aid in relaxation and the reduction of anxiety.

Lasea capsules containing lavender oil with a high amount of linalool and linalyl acetate, termed Silexan by the manufacturer, are approved as an anxiolytic in Germany.^[1] The approval is based on a finding that the capsules are comparable in effect to low-dose lorazepam.^[2]

It may also help to relieve pain from tension headache when breathed in as vapor or diluted and rubbed on the skin.

When added to a vaporizer, lavender oil may aid in the treatment of cough and respiratory infection.

Lavender oil may also be used as a mosquito repellent when worn as perfume or when added to lotions or hair products. Read More Here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavender_oil

Medicinal uses

According to advocates of alternative medicine, lavender oil can be used as an antiseptic and pain reliever to be applied to minor burns and insect bites and stings. It is also said to treat a variety of common ailments, such as sunburn and sunstroke.^[3] It can also be used in massage oil mixtures, which may be effective in the relief of joint and muscle pain, or in chest rub mixtures for the relief of asthmatic and bronchitic spasm. It is also said to treat head lice when used in a hair rinse mixture, or on a fine comb to eliminate nits. Some say lavender oil may have played a role in the reduction of advanced mammary tumors in lab rats. Read More Here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavender_oil

Essential Oils- Where they come from!

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Mar 3/2011



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essential_oil
An essential oil is a concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants. Essential oils are also known as volatile oils, ethereal oils or aetherolea, or simply as the "oil of" the plant from which they were extracted, such as oil of clove. An oil is "essential" in the sense that it carries a distinctive scent, or essence, of the plant.

Essential oils do not, as a group, have any specific chemical or pharmaceutical properties in common. Instead, they are defined by the fact that they convey characteristic fragrances. It follows that the common tendency to speak of essential oils as a category, as if that implied anything in particular about their medical, pharmacological, or culinary properties, is highly unreliable and often actually dangerous.

Essential oils are generally extracted by distillation. Other processes include expression, or solvent extraction. They are used in perfumes, cosmetics, soaps and other products, for flavoring food and drink, and for adding scents to incense and household cleaning products.

Various essential oils have been used medicinally at different periods in history. Medical application proposed by those who sell medicinal oils range from skin treatments to remedies for cancer, and often are based on nothing better than historical accounts of use of essential oils for these purposes. Claims for the efficacy of medical treatments and treatment of cancers in particular, are now subject to regulation in most countries, and to avoid criminal liability, suppliers of fringe remedies are becoming increasingly vague in what they promise.

As the use of essential oils has declined in evidence-based medicine, one must consult older textbooks for much information on their use.[1][2] Modern works are less inclined to generalize; rather than refer to "essential oils" as a class at all, they prefer to discuss specific compounds, such as methyl salicylate, rather than "oil of wintergreen".[3][4]

Interest in essential oils has revived in recent decades with the popularity of aromatherapy, a branch of alternative medicine that claims that essential oils and other aromatic compounds have curative effects. Oils are volatilized or diluted in a carrier oil and used in massage, diffused in the air by a nebulizer, heated over a candle flame, or burned as incense.

The techniques and methods first used to produce essential oils was first mentioned by Ibn al-Baitar (1188–1248), an Andalusian physician, pharmacist and chemist.[5] Read more here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essential_oil

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Essential Oils

Essential oils, known as nature’s living energy, are the natural, aromatic volatile liquids found in shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes, and seeds. The distinctive components in essential oils defend plants against insects, environmental conditions, and disease. They are also vital for a plant to grow, live, evolve, and adapt to its surroundings. Essential oils are extracted from aromatic plant sources via steam distillation, and are highly concentrated and far more potent than dry herbs.

While essential oils often have a pleasant aroma, their chemical makeup is complex and their benefits vast—which makes them much more than something that simply smells good.

Historically, essential oils have played a prominent role in everyday life. With more than 200 references to aromatics, incense, and ointments throughout the Bible, essential oils are said to be used for anointing and healing the sick. Today, essential oils are used for aromatherapy, massage therapy, emotional health, personal care, nutritional supplements, household solutions, and much more.

Young Living Essential Oils, the leading provider of essential oils, offers more than 300 essential oil singles and blends. All Young Living essential oils meet the YLTG standard. This means that every essential oil Young Living distills or sources has the optimal naturally-occurring blend of constituents to maximize the desired effect. Only YLTG essential oils should be used for the primary methods of application, which include inhalation and application.

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The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy
By Valerie Ann Worwood

Gaia Gardens Apothecary

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Blog post by Tina Winterlik
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March 1/2011

I JUST LOVE GAIA GARDENS!! I was in there last week and bought a bottle orange oil! Wonderful oil. Steam cleaned my house and sprayed it everywhere, it was delicious, calming and oh so sweet. Now my house is a sanctuary and squeaky clean.

I LOVE HERBS!  It's my dream that my child and I learn herbology. She's 8,  I always said I would like her to be an herbologist by the time she's 12. That's 4 years, she already has learned so much from me, in aromatherapy but I have a real good herb book I need to start re-reading and teaching her. Tomorrow I'm going to the library, I'll see what they have and I will just starting surfing the big wide web, the biggest library in the world. I would like to get some advice on the best books or recommended books for learning herbology and I guess botany. Please let me know if you know some good books and resources, I guess courses on the subject!

I highly recommend Gaia Gardens, it's a wonderful store. The renovations look fabulous and the staff are stupendous. Thanks Josey.


Gaia Garden Apothecary

THE SECRET TO GOOD HEALTH IS GROWING IN THE GARDEN

Gaia Garden offers an exclusive range of over 200 dried herbs, over 150 single herb tinctures (practitioner-grade) and a wide array of therapeutic tincture formulations and tea blends. 

Other remedies also include creams, salves, liniments, essential oils, aromatherapy gift items and other herbal formulas. 

We also supply cosmetic ingredients, massage oils, vitamins, minerals and a range of books on natural medicine and self-care.

 

“Health is more than simply absence illness.  It is the active
 state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being.”
World Health Organization

Location: 2672 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G3
About: THE SECRET TO GOOD HEALTH IS GROWING IN THE GARDEN
Website: http://www.gaiagarden.com


Mon - Wed: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thurs - Fri: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Email: info@gaiagarden.com
Phone: 604-734-4372

Workshop on March 15th, check more info from the upcoming events below

 Join us for a fun, hands on experience making your own detoxifying salt scrub or bath salt. You will also learn to mix a Smooth & Silky massage oil using rich, fragrant essential oils.
The products you make in this workshop will be a welcome addition to your health and beauty routine or perfect gift for someone special.
Price - $ 34.99

Includes supplies, an informative handout and a delicious cup of herbal tea.
Maximum 10 people. Sign up today, our workshops fill up quickly!

Email to sbell@gaiagarden.com or call 604 734 4372 to confirm

Gaia Garden Apothecary- photo by Satu Bell https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=568727171

GAIA GARDEN APOTHECARY -CLINIC AND HEALING ROOM We have recently renovated our Healing room. It is very calming and serene, the perfect place to begin your Healing process. We have 2 experienced Medical Herbalists on staff that will formulate remedies that are specific to your needs creating a personalized path to Health and Vitality.

To book consultations with Bob McCandless, Juliana Ahamed or one of our other experienced Herbalists
please call 604 734 4372

Gaia Garden Apothecary Healing Room

Tonics, Scrubs & Tea- from Gaia Garden Apothecary

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY! 

 

 

Please join Gaia Garden Apothecary on March 4th and 5th as we celebrate and give thanks to our amazing customers!

We appreciate your business and loyalty and would like to to offer you 15% off everything in the store. The first 100 customers will receive a free Gaia Garden reusable cloth bag, a delicious omega 3,6,9 Bija truffle bar and a complementary cup of herbal tea!

Back by popular demand on Saturday March 5th from 11-3 pm is our Henna artist Nicole offering free Henna tattoos!!

We will also be holding a draw for 2 lovely Gaia Garden gift baskets so make sure you fill out your ballot. Good luck and thank you from the Gaia Garden Apothecary Family.

Photo by Michael Asti-Rose https://www.facebook.com/michael.astirose

 

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Herbal Remedies for Your Health

Gaia Garden is the world's leader in herbal remedies, herbal extracts, tincture formulations, medicinal teas, dried herbs, essential oils, massage oils, creams and salves for herbal therapeutic relief.

Gaia Garden's dispensary creates effective herbal remedies to treat a wide range of health conditions such as: Allergies (Hay Fever), Cardiovascular (Cholesterol, Circulation, Heart Disease, Heart Palpitations, High Blood Pressure, Low Blood Pressure, Water Retention), Children's Health (Colic, Teething), Cleansing & Digestion (Bowel Disease, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Flatulence, Gastritis, Hemorrhoids, Indigestion, Liver Support, Stomach Disorders, Ulcer), Immune (Cough Syrups, Flu's & Colds, Herpes & Cold Sores, Lung Tonics), Infections (Antiseptic, Athlete's Foot, Bacterial Infection, Bladder Infection, Ear Infection, Eye Infection, Fungal Infection, Parasites), Joints & Muscles (Anti-Inflammatory, Arthritis, Bruises & Sprains, Muscle Cramps, Muscle Pain & Spasms), Men's Health (Enlarged Prostate, Hair Loss, Impotency, Infertility, Mental (Depression), Nasal & Respiratory (Asthma, Sinusitis, Sore Throat), Nervous System (Tinnitus, Vertigo), Pregnancy & Postnatal (Childbirth, Cracked Nipples, Lactation, Morning Sickness, Prenatal Nutrition, Stretch Marks), Skin (Acne, Cleansing, Cold Sores, Combination Skin, Dry skin, Eczema & Psoriasis, Lip Care, Oily Skin, Sunburn, Varicose Veins, Vitiligo, Wounds and Burns), Stress & Tension (Anxiety, Fatigue, Headaches, Insomnia, Jet Lag), Urinary (Bladder Infections & Cystitis, Urinary Tract Infection), Vision (Cataract, Conjunctivitis), Weight Loss, Women's Health (Endometriosis, Fibroids, Hormone Imbalance, Hot Flashes, Infertility, Lactation Support, Menopause, Menstrual Cramps, Premenstrual Syndrome, Yeast Infections / Candida)

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Apothecary from Wikipedia
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Apothecary (pronounced /əˈpɒθɨkɛəri/) is a historical name for a medical professional who formulates and dispenses materia medica to physicians, surgeons and patients — a role now served by a pharmacist (or a chemist or dispensing chemist) and some caregivers.

In addition to pharmacy responsibilities, the apothecary offered general medical advice and a range of services that are now performed solely by other specialist practitioners, such as surgery and midwifery.

Apothecaries often operated through a retail shop which, in addition to ingredients for medicines, sold tobacco and patent medicines.

In its investigation of herbal and chemical ingredients, the work of the apothecary may be regarded as a precursor of the modern sciences of chemistry and pharmacology, prior to the formulation of the scientific method.

Apothecary 15th Century 

The first mention of an apothecary was in the Book of Exodus (Torah and Old Testament) in which Moses was given instructions by God for the preparation of the Holy Anointing Oil that was to be used for consecrating the Tabernacle.

"And thou shalt make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compound after the art of the apothecary: it shall be an holy anointing oil." Exodus 30:25

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Apothecary Meaning and Definition from WordNet (r) 2.0

apothecary n : a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs [syn: pharmacist, druggist, chemist, pill pusher, pill roller]

Apothecary Meaning and Definition from Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

Apothecary \A*poth"e*ca*ry\, n.; pl. Apothecaries. [OE. apotecarie, fr. LL. apothecarius, fr. L. apotheca storehouse, Gr. apo, fr. ? to put away; ? from + ? to put: cf. F. apothicaire, OF. apotecaire. See Thesis.] One who prepares and sells drugs or compounds for medicinal purposes.

Note : In England an apothecary is one of a privileged class of practitia kind of sub-physician. The surgeon apothecary is the ordinary family medical attendant. One who sells drugs and makes up prescriptions is now commonly called in England a druggist or a pharmaceutical chemist.

Apothecaries' weight, the system of weights by which medical prescriptions were formerly compounded. The pound and ounce are the same as in Troy weight; they differ only in the manner of subdivision. The ounce is divided into 8 drams, 24 scruples, 480 grains. See Troy weight.