Herbal Roots with Carrie: Nurturing Wellness from the Ground Up

03/27/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined our Menopause workshop last night! Was so great to see everyone there :)

03/17/2026

I’m so honored to be part of this special day at the Stronger Together Women’s Conference on April 16!

In this cracker barrel workshop, we’ll go beyond the usual “eat less, move more” conversation and explore how your body really produces energy, manages stress, and processes hormones. We’ll talk about how metabolism works, why it sometimes resists change, and practical ways—including herbal and lifestyle tools—to support it naturally. This session is all about nourishing your body, restoring balance, and helping your metabolism function at its best, without force or restriction.

I can’t wait to connect with this group of strong, beautiful and resilient women!

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03/15/2026

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03/13/2026

**This class is now full! Thank you so much for the interest! If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please let me know 🙂

We have had a lot of interest so far! If you have been thinking of joining please register soon - only a couple spots left!
This class will be waitlisted :)

Back by Popular Demand!
Menopause isn't an ending - it's a transition into wisdom, strength and a new phase of life. Join us as we discuss hormonal changes, common symptoms and practical strategies using herbs and other supportive approaches.
Please register early, as space is limited!
https://herbalrootswithcarrie.as.me/WiseWomen

03/12/2026

03/11/2026

For those of us who love history….❤️

Learn how Harriet Tubman was not just an abolitionist, but also a skilled herbalist, forager, cook, and keeper of plant wisdom.

03/10/2026

Back by Popular Demand!
Menopause isn't an ending - it's a transition into wisdom, strength and a new phase of life. Join us as we discuss hormonal changes, common symptoms and practical strategies using herbs and other supportive approaches.
Please register early, as space is limited!
https://herbalrootswithcarrie.as.me/WiseWomen

02/26/2026

🌿 Stress, Cortisol & Menopausal Weight Gain

If you’re gaining weight around your abdomen during menopause, it’s not just calories.

It may be cortisol.

As ovarian estrogen declines, the body depends more on adrenal hormone precursors. Because fat tissue can convert these precursors into estrone, increased abdominal fat may reflect an endocrine adaptation — though stress and insulin shifts strongly influence where that fat is stored.

Chronic stress can change the equation.

Elevated cortisol:
• Increases insulin resistance
• Disrupts sleep
• Breaks down muscle
• Encourages visceral fat storage

Menopausal weight gain can often be more about stress chemistry and metabolic signaling than willpower.

Supporting this transition can include calming the nervous system, stabilizing blood sugar, protecting muscle, and supporting adrenal resilience.

Need support? Feel free to reach out.

02/14/2026

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02/06/2026

Chasing Sleep, Tired and Wired?

When sleep doesn’t come easily—even when deeply tired - the issue is often not your bedtime routine but rather, it’s your stress-response system.

The HPA axis is designed to follow a daily rhythm. Cortisol rises in the morning to support alertness and gradually tapers so the body can transition into rest at night.

With prolonged stress—emotional, physical, or metabolic—that rhythm can flatten or shift later into the day. The system stays alert longer than intended.

This pattern often shows up as:
• Low morning energy
• Dependence on stimulants to get through the day
• A second wind in the evening
• Mental alertness or restlessness at night

Rather than shutting down fully, the body maintains a level of vigilance. Cortisol remains elevated because the system has adapted to sustained demand.

Supporting this pattern involves restoring capacity and rhythm rather than just forcing sleep through sleeping pills or tinctures.

That may include:
• Nervous system support earlier in the day
• Stabilizing blood sugar
• Supporting liver clearance of stress hormones
• Replenishing blood and yin over time

Formula focus (example):
Tulsi (Holy Basil) helps regulate cortisol signaling through the HPA axis, supporting stress resilience and mental clarity.
Milky Oats (Avena sativa) gently nourishes the nervous system, helping buffer stress and restore the body’s capacity to settle.

Together, they replenish and restore, guiding the system back to a rhythm where sleep can return.

Everyone is different, so this type of support often works best in a 1:1 setting where individual needs, constitution, and lifestyle can be considered.

02/03/2026

Totally enjoyed creating this Signature Bitters blend for Gauge Wellness Retreat last weekend! I SO appreciate Bridgette’s heart for others and their well being - and so glad to be invited to help make the weekend a little more special!
Just a few pics of the process and final swag product ❤️

Gauge Yoga

01/11/2026

🌿 Herbs & Blood Pressure Support 🌿

Blood pressure isn’t just about the heart — it reflects nervous system balance, vascular tone, kidney function, inflammation, and stress physiology.

Clinical herbalists don’t rely on one “blood pressure herb.” We assess why pressure may be elevated and support the systems involved.

Some commonly used herbs may include:
• Hawthorn – supports vascular integrity and long-term cardiovascular resilience
• Motherwort – helpful when stress or nervous tension plays a role
• Linden – gently relaxes vascular and nervous system tension
• Garlic – supports healthy circulation and inflammatory balance
• Nettle – supports kidney function and fluid regulation

Blood pressure is also closely tied to vagal tone and stress response, so herbs are often paired with breathwork and lifestyle support. 🌱