Being healthy: what it means, what is a healthy routine, and how to use herbs as medicine

The concept of health is very broad and interpretable in many personal ways. We tell you how Wilden.herbals conceives it through a routine that can improve our lifestyle, from a body and mind perspective.

What it means to be healthy and what we mean when we talk about it

If we take a look at the definition in a dictionary, we read that health is a state free from disease or injury. Medically, it is the ability to maintain homeostasis (i.e., that state of physical and chemical balance in the body that enables life cycles) and to recover from adverse events. However, WHO has a definition that we feel more akin to:

“Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not simple absence of disease or infirmity.”

This means that health is that overall positive experience that we living organisms are able to have. Having the ability to be physically active, performing normal daily activities is part of being healthy. Mentally, it means being able to work and behave normally, as well as being emotionally balanced. And finally socially, being able to carry on a routine in a social environment by forming and maintaining relationships. Already: health is much more than “not being sick.” Health is seeking (and finding!) balance in all aspects of our lives.

What it means to have a healthy routine

Adopting and promoting a healthy routine is essential to achieve a state of balance. Making time to connect with nature, take a break and have a good relationship with our bodies is key.

What can we do to be healthier?

• Sleep: it all starts with a good night’s sleep. We recommend unplugging from all kinds of lights and technology an hour before bedtime to improve our sleep experience.
• Follow a balanced diet: always remember that we need energy for our bodies to function properly. Also, choosing different foods means receiving different nutrients that are essential for all bodily functions!
• Drink water! Does it really need to be said? Water is essential in every function of the body!
• Engage in active movement: walk when possible, take the stairs, play a sport you enjoy!
• Nourish your mind! Practices such as yoga and meditation are also good for brain function and help avoid stress.
• Connect with people you care about. Social interactions are crucial; they are an invaluable source of serotonin for our brains!
• Whenever possible, choose foods, drinks and products that are good for your health! (And try to avoid toxins such as caffeine: herbal teas are a great substitute!)

How to be more conscious in choosing products for our health

Access to information, scientific studies, and evidence-based medicine is necessary to understand the true efficacy of products. Consumer opinions and certifications are also helpful in establishing a product’s credibility.

A general rule of thumb to follow is this: any catchphrase is probably too good to be true. That’s why you should keep these things in mind:

• Read ingredient lists: products are listed in order of quantity, with the first ingredient being used the most. Pay attention to the division of ingredients (sucrose and glucose are essentially two sugars, but if named differently they may appear to be in smaller amounts).
• Choose whole foods: as a general rule, choose foods with ingredients that you can easily identify at a glance.

Do herbal teas and infusions with herbs work for health?

Noi di Wilden.herbals lavoriamo per valorizzare al massimo le proprietà delle piante. Conosciamo la natura e approfondiamo gli usi tradizionali delle erbe per sapere di più del legame tra piante e guarigione. Per questo abbiamo creato una nuova linea di infusi sinergici e funzionali a base di erbe per promuovere la salute e aiutarci a far fronte ad alcuni bisogni.

All the plants we use have an important scientific background, are based on medicinal studies and reflect a use of plants in traditional culture. We use reliable sources such as the World Health Organization, the German E Commission and theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to do a check on the efficiency and safety of plants. We also work closely with consumers and their opinions and leave the final word to health specialists.

Our products are made entirely from plants-that is why you will never find any additives, flavorings or oils. If you open one of Wilden’s herbal tea sachets and look inside, you will recognize all of our ingredients!

We also work with trusted certifying bodies. Currently our products have organic certification: all the ingredients we work with come from these farming methods. Caring for the earth is also very important to us, so we are also working to become carbon neutral.

For us, infusions are part of an integral approach. We want all people who try our products to get in touch with the plants we use and understand the cycles of our bodies. Most treatments and health benefits do not come from a magic solution, but from a multidisciplinary approach. Connecting with nature, pausing and listening to our bodies is essential in the healing process. That is the promise we Wilden make: to support you in this process.

Wilden.herbals Health: medicinal plants as a health remedy

La nostra nuova linea Wilden.health ti sarà utile per affrontare l’ansia, le infezioni del tratto urinario, la sindrome premestruale e migliorerà l’allattamento al seno. Abbiamo studiato e approfondito tante culture per selezionare 28 piante che possono aiutarci in questi momenti della nostra vita. 

Plants such as rhodiola rosea, bearberry, raspberry, and fennel have been used for millennia for their effectiveness. We look forward to sharing this new line of products that point a multidisciplinary way and connection with nature.

Want to learn more about medicinal plants? Here are some readings for you:

• Barnes J, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines. 3rd ed. London: Pharmaceutical Press; 2007.
• Johnson, Rebecca L. & others. Medicinal Herbs. National Geographic. Washington, DC. 2010.
• Novetti, Franesco. Herbal teas for everyone: practical manual for using medicinal plants. New techniques. Milan. 2020.

Bibliography

• Los Angeles Times: “The Goop-ification of wellness is on the way out (you can thank Gen Z)” The Goop-ification of wellness is on the way out (you can thank Gen Z). Accessed 10/22/22
• Healthwashing – Movementum
• Constitution of the World Health Organization