The Starwest Blog

                              An Earth Day Reflection from Starwest Botanicals When people talk about Earth Day, they often focus on the big picture, climate change, forests,...

Cinnamon is one spice that we hardly think twice about including in our pantry. It is a must have; a trusty standby; the go to spice when the holidays come around. But did you know there are two types of cinnamon in the market today - Ceylon and Cass...

While we may not always grab Cardamom first from our cabinet, culinarians and health professionals alike know that it’s one the wellness world’s best kept secrets.The ayurvedic nature of cardamom has been utilized for centuries. The powerful&nbs...

While it may seem like turmeric has suddenly become all the rage in wellness communities here in the U.S., the use of turmeric dates back nearly 4000 years to the Vedic culture in this part of India. Celebrated for both its culinary and wellness...

Sambucus tree, elderberries contain natural substances called flavonoids that have been reported to help fight inflammation and boost the immune system.* High in fiber, elderberries also have nutritional benefits including Vitamin A, potassium and Vi...