"Healthy Empowerment"

We all have those days where we feel tired, sluggish, and unenthusiastic about anything except crawling back into bed. While the key to maintaining energy naturally lies in staying hydrated, eating nourishing foods, and getting enough rest at night, sometimes, we just need an extra boost to get ourselves through the day. Caffeinated beverages like coffee wake us up temporarily, but they come with jitters, high blood pressure, and the inevitable crash when our supply runs out. Thankfully, you don't have to choose between caffeine and fatigue—there are plenty of natural supplements that can promote long-lasting, sustainable energy.

Respiration is among the most vital functions of life, and the importance of our lung health cannot be understated. When we inhale, our lungs work together with our vascular system to supply oxygen, a key ingredient in cellular reactions, all throughout our bodies. As we exhale, we remove carbon dioxide and other waste from the body–a whopping 70% of our body’s waste is eliminated by breathing.

While our lungs are powerful, they are also vulnerable to infection by bacteria or viruses. There are over 200 different viruses that can cause upper respiratory infection, and inflammatory diseases such as asthma are common, affecting about 10% of people across the world. Knowing this, you may be wondering what you can do to prevent these issues and improve the health of your lungs. Read on to learn about some of the best natural remedies for the respiratory system.

As fellow animal lovers, we at Christopher's Herb Shop know as well as anyone how much you love and care for your pets. Like humans, these furry members of our families can be susceptible to health issues such as joint pain, allergies, anxiety, and more. In this blog post, we'll go over which herbal supplements are safe for dogs and cats, as well as highlight several pet-friendly products.

As the largest organ in our body, our skin plays a very important role in our health, wellness, and bodily function. It is also the most exposed organ in our body, and can easily experience drying, cracking, UV ray damage, and other skin cell damage. In addition, as we get older, our body produces less collagen, causing wrinkles and weakening of the skin. Thankfully, there are several herbs that can contribute to maintaining healthy skin and reduce signs of aging. Read below to learn about some of our favorite herbal skincare products and the ingredients that make them effective.

The start of a new school year can be a wonderful and exciting time for kids and parents alike, but spending time in the classroom can also increase the likelihood of germs spreading. Especially as cold and flu season approaches, it can feel like it’s only a matter of time before your children catch the latest bug, but there are steps you can take to prepare and strengthen their immune systems and decrease the likelihood of them getting sick. Here we discuss several natural and kid-approved ways to boost your child’s immunity.

There are few things as important to your overall health as a healthy gut and digestive system. Here are several tips and recommendations to help you to properly care for your stomach.

Dr. John R. Christopher has created a number of books on his philosophies, herbal methods, and procedures. Detailed here are eight of his popular publications.

Discover several holistic mood-boosting activities and supplements to help you de-stress and balance your emotions.

 Whether you’re new to herbal medicine or have studied it for years, the number of choices in herbal supplements can at times be overwhelming. Some...

A question we get asked a lot here at Dr. Christopher’s Herb Shop is “Why shouldn’t I just buy it on Amazon?” While the pricing and fast shipping offered by Amazon are tempting, there are plenty of reasons why you might choose to purchase from our shop and be glad that you did.

Natural healing has been a popular approach to wellness for centuries, but in the modern world, it can be di...

Welcome to the wonderful world of herbs! Herbs have been used for centuries for their culinary, medicinal, and aromatic properties, and have a long tradition of supporting health and well-being.