... or: how you can discover Hildegard’s herbal tradition for yourself!
The liver is one of the key organs in our body and does some pretty impressive work every day. It performs over 500 different functions at the same time – a fascinating organ that we often don’t pay much attention to in daily life.
Hildegard of Bingen already knew almost 1,000 years ago how important a mindful lifestyle is. In her writings, she paid special attention to nutrition and certain herbs – and many of these traditions are still fascinating today.
One of the cornerstones of Hildegard’s teachings is nutrition. Hildegard recommended a mindful, natural diet with plenty of fruit, veggies, and whole grains. In her writings, the wormwood tonic plays a special role – it’s rich in bitter compounds and is one of the most well-known recipes from Hildegard’s tradition.
The mulberry also gets a mention in Hildegard’s writings. The leaves are packed with bitter compounds and potassium. The mulberry tonic is one of the traditional preparations from Hildegard’s teachings. A lot of people appreciate the mulberry tonic cleanse as a mindful ritual over several weeks.
Besides bitter compounds, high-quality oils also play a role in Hildegard’s approach to nutrition. Cold-pressed camelina oil, for example, with its valuable omega-3 fatty acids, is a staple in a lot of people’s mindful diets. 1–2 tablespoons a day, like in a salad, are super easy to work into your routine.
Of course, a mindful lifestyle according to Hildegard also means getting plenty of fresh air and being thoughtful with indulgences. Light days with mindful meals inspired by Hildegard fit perfectly with this approach. And as a tasty fruit, the mulberry is a great addition to your daily menu.
If you want to explore Hildegard’s herbal teachings for yourself, you’ll find a wide selection of products based on her tradition in our online shop. From bitter compounds in the wormwood tonic to herbs and spices – let Hildegard’s traditions inspire you.
