Healing Arts Apothecary and Natural Goods

01/30/2026

Thank you Cj for our theme song

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01/07/2026

In a world often quick to punish risky behavior, it’s refreshing to see communities rewarding positive choices. In Cranford, NJ, police officers are handing out “tickets” for free pizza to kids wearing bike helmets. This thoughtful initiative not only rewards good decisions but also promotes safety in a positive, engaging way.

Encouraging healthy behavior through positive reinforcement helps build a sense of pride and accountability, especially in younger generations. Small actions like wearing a helmet may seem simple, but they create lasting habits that promote long-term health and safety.

What steps can you take to encourage good habits in your community? Share your thoughts and learn more about health and wellness initiatives with CureJoy Videos 🚴🍕

01/07/2026

01/07/2026

Did you know you've got as many bacterial cells in your gut as you have cells in your entire body?

You're literally a walking ecosystem. And like most ecosystems, modern life has been destroying it with processed food, stress, and antibiotics.

The result is bloating, inflammation, all that fun stuff.

Enter mushrooms.

A new study shows these fungi are like master gardeners for your gut.

When you eat them, their compounds feed the good bacteria - species like Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus.

These bacteria then produce short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that strengthen your gut lining, calm inflammation, and regulate your immune system.

Different mushrooms do different things.

Shiitake feeds the exact bacteria you want. Lion's mane works through your gut brain axis. Turkey tail is so powerful they use it alongside cancer treatments in Japan.

Reishi is the most studied and helps with inflammation and blood sugar.

Each one works its magic through your microbiome.

However, most research is still in animals and labs. Scientists are calling for more human trials to nail down dosages and specific effects.

But the evidence is promising enough that researchers are already talking about personalised mushroom interventions based on your unique gut profile.

The practical takeaway is beautifully simple: there's no downside to eating more mushrooms.

Throw shiitake in your stir-fry, roast some oyster mushrooms, add them to soups. Use a quality supplement or mushroom coffee.

You're nurturing a vital ecosystem that often gets overlooked.

12/30/2025

Long shelf life foods are pantry staples. Keep these on hand for years (or even decades!).

12/30/2025

Herbal Honey Recipe.

Honey naturally coats and soothes, while herbs like elderberry and rose hips have traditionally been used in winter for their nourishing, antioxidant-rich qualities, and thyme is known for its warming, aromatic properties that feel comforting during cold months.

12/21/2025

From our family to yours.

12/10/2025

We offer unusual Christmas decorations to honor Christmas around the world.

11/19/2025

I don't know why this hasn't received more publicity, but this fifty-foot sculpture was unveiled recently in South Dakota.
It's called 'Dignity' and was done by artist Dale Lamphere to honor the women of the Sioux Nation.